1. Education
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Parks and Tourism
Concentration in Event Planning
To be conferred June 2015
University of New Haven, Florence, Italy
Italian Language and the Culture of Italy
Summer 2014
Professional Experience
Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Administration
Social Media Intern, 2012-Present
Consistent management of department Facebook, Instagram, Linked In and Career Blog
Collaborate with faculty and industry professionals to create successful outreach campaigns and drive awareness
Attend professional development meetings with the RPTA board
Represent Social Media department
Natural Cafe
Hostess, September - June 2013
Responsible for maintenance of the restaurant, customer service and budget and money transactions
Leadership and Involvement
Gamma Phi Beta International Sorority
Philanthropy Chair; Current
Organization and management of two national philanthropic events
Responsible for management of schedule for volunteers, donors and budget to deliver strong results
Assist in coordinating with the Campfire USA Board of Directors to organize fundraising events
Participate and encourage participation in volunteer activities with the sorority
Elected Cass President; January – June 2011
Elected liaison between the class of 2015 and the Gamma Phi Beta Executive Board
Responsible for management of 60-member class
Lead discussions and communicated information across other classes
Rho Phi Lambda; Recreation, Parks, and Leisure National Honorary Society
Treasurer; Current
Allocation of club funds and assist in the planning of professional development excursions
Consistently communicate with faculty and staff to ensure standards are being met
Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Administration
Club Member; Current
Assist in organization of events for the College of Agriculture
Volunteer at non-profit organizations in the San Luis Obispo Community
National Charity League
Elected President, Elected Vice President Philanthropy/Programming; 2006-2011
Elected class President for National Charity League
Responsible for running the monthly meetings and organizing the meeting structure
Coordination of guest speakers and presentations at monthly meetings
Completed over 180 hours at philanthropies including Tri Valley Animal Rescue and Habitat for Humanity
Personal
Strong organizational, management, multi-tasking and leadership skills
Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Power Point
Familiarity in communication with professionals, customer service, and client relations
jbenvenu@calpoly.edu
925.858.4006