Professional Experience

Hospitality and operations professional with 7+ years of experience managing partnerships, coordinating activations, and supporting operational execution within fast-paced restaurant and event environments. Proven ability to oversee logistics, manage vendor and stakeholder relationships, and ensure seamless guest experiences from planning through on-site execution. Skilled in cross-functional coordination, troubleshooting operational challenges, maintaining timelines, and supporting high-volume events while upholding brand and safety standards.

Deeply connected within the Seattle hospitality community, with experience collaborating with restaurant operators, agencies, commercial partners, and hospitality leaders. Known for relationship-driven leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage complex operational workflows in dynamic environments. Passionate about delivering organized, guest-focused experiences that support successful events, partnerships, and venue operations.
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Director of Special Events & Marketing, Brand

Communion R&B, That Brown Girl Cooks! & Lil’ Brown Girl! — Seattle, WA

Nov 2024 – Present

  • Lead revenue-generating initiatives, partnerships, and marketing strategy for one of Seattle’s nationally recognized restaurants, working closely with restaurant leadership and hospitality partners across the region.
  • Develop and manage strategic partnerships with hospitality groups, event producers, and corporate clients, driving new business and revenue opportunities.
  • Lead outreach and relationship management with restaurateurs, culinary leaders, and hospitality operators across Seattle.
  • Produce 30+ high-profile events annually, including restaurant collaborations, industry tastings, and corporate partnerships.
  • Increased restaurant brand reach to 23K+ followers and 40% engagement growth, expanding customer acquisition and reservations.
  • Collaborated with restaurant leadership to identify operational improvements and revenue opportunities that increased sales by 3%.
  • Coordinate with vendors, partners, and restaurant teams to deliver seamless guest experiences.
  • Represent the brand in media relationships and industry events including collaborations with American Express, Nordstrom, James Beard Foundation, Soho House, and Woodland Park Zoo.
  • Track marketing performance and customer engagement metrics to inform strategic decisions.

Executive Business Partner

Communion R&B & That Brown Girl Cooks! — Seattle, WA

Jul 2021 – Nov 2024

  • Supported executive leadership of a nationally recognized restaurant brand while leading strategic projects that improved operational efficiency, partnerships, and revenue generation.
  • Served as a liaison between restaurant ownership, vendors, and industry partners.
  • Managed relationships with corporate partners and hospitality collaborators.
  • Led operational planning for restaurant events, partnerships, and guest experiences.
  • Coordinated logistics for press, media coverage, and restaurant industry partnerships.
  • Supported marketing and outreach strategies that expanded audience engagement and brand visibility.
  • Developed vendor relationships and partnership opportunities within the regional hospitality ecosystem.

Executive Assistant & Office Manager

DNA Seattle — Seattle, WA

Mar 2020 – Jul 2021

  • Provided operational and administrative support for leadership at a full-service advertising agency working with national brands.
  • Coordinated executive calendars, client communications, and operational workflows.
Managed client invoicing and administrative operations across multiple departments.
  • Collaborated with HR and leadership to improve recruitment processes and hiring systems.
  • Helped develop the BLAC Internship Program, expanding industry access for underrepresented students.
  • Led community outreach partnerships with schools and organizations to build industry pipelines.

PCC Community Markets — Seattle, WA

HR & Recruiting Administrator

May 2019 – Mar 2020

Supported recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives across multiple retail locations within a fast-paced grocery and cooperative environment. Coordinated hiring events, career fairs, and recruiting outreach efforts to strengthen talent pipelines and improve candidate engagement. Assisted with new hire onboarding, interview scheduling, applicant communication, and internal HR administrative processes while partnering closely with store leadership and department managers. Helped foster positive workplace culture initiatives through employee engagement programming, internal communications, and cross-functional team support.

PCC Community Markets — Seattle, WA

Marketing and Membership

Oct 2016 – Oct 2019

Managed membership engagement initiatives and supported marketing strategies focused on customer acquisition, retention, and community connection across the Seattle metropolitan area. Coordinated experiential marketing activations, community partnerships, and outreach events that strengthened brand visibility and customer engagement. Assisted marketing leadership with campaign coordination, analytics tracking, promotional initiatives, and cross-departmental communications. Supported in-store and community-facing events while helping develop meaningful connections between the cooperative, local businesses, and surrounding neighborhoods.