1. LISA M. BARTOLOTA
Portland, CT; 860-372-9361;Lisab93@comcast.net
http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabartolotta
Events Specialist/Planner/ Meeting & Planning
Highly productive, motivated and successful Event Specialist with proven leadership and team building skills with
a broad background in coordinating projects, planning events, promoting business services, and ensuring a high
level of customer satisfaction.
• Successful in building client relationships, driving sales and delivering on customer commitments.
• Apt in providing administrative support, preparing daily sales reports, coordinating meetings, events
and recreation activities, marketing products and taking on challenges.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of operating procedures of large conventions, theatrical, or other non-profit and
public facilities.
• Strong principles and practices of supervision.
• Excellent temperament to multi-task and coordinate various activities under high pressure and time
constraints in diversified environment.
KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Revenue & Inventory
Management
• Enthusiastic Customer Service
• Hospitality Management
• Market Report
• Streamlining Operations
• Promotions & Event Marketing
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Team Management
• Meetings & Event Planning
• Business Marketing Plan
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Quick Books, Adobe, Roxio, Microsoft Suite, Sim Quick, Crystal Ball
EDUCATION
Marketing Post Grad. Certificate (Online) at Post University; June 2016
Events Management Certificate (Online) at Art Institute of Pittsburgh May 2015
MBA (Hospitality Management) Online at Sullivan University, Louisville, KY, Dec 2014
BA (Theatre/ Music) at Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT, 1993
CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Prepared Hotel Marketing Plan and News Release for Sales Marketing Class. Maintained leadership,
communications, forecasting, regression and work ethics in MBA classes and team projects.
Conducted Meeting Planning Interview, planned executive event and prepared Business Marketing Plan and Tour
Schedule for MBA projects
EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS
Advantage Sales & Marketing; Indianapolis, IN 08/2015-Present
Sales & Marketing Events Specialist/Merged with Tallgrass Talent Group –Merged 08/2015
Tallgrass Talent Group; Indianapolis, IN 04/2015 – 10/2015
Sales Event Specialist
• Set up and break down display table.
• Explain and promote products in grocery store.
• Complete Market report and demonstrations.
• Take inventory control of event promotional products before and after events.
Portland, CT 06480 • 860- 372-9361• Lisab93@comcast.net • http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabartolotta
2. INDEPENDENT ASSIGNMENTS; Portland, CT 2009-Present
Independent Sales Consultant
• Process merchandise, sales, returns and exchanges and issue receipts, refunds, change and credit.
• Maintain sales and increased customer base to 50 customers.
• Recognized as top 20 sales consultants in district.
• Promotions and advertising to bring in new customer base.
NORTHEND BUTTONWOOD: Middletown, CT 2013-2014
Bookstore Manager (Volunteer)
Responsible for managing all functions of the bookstore including Front Desk, service levels, policy
administration, maintenance of sales and inventory records and end of shift concession reconciliations. Provide
outstanding customer service to a diverse customer base.
MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL: Middletown, CT 2011-Present
Recreation Department Assistant (Volunteer)
Compile and maintain activity calendar and inform residents, staff and family on activity programs and schedule
of events as appropriate. Support Director and Artists in teaching resident’s life enrichment topics and performing
various administrative duties including: training crew, operating games, escorting residents, maintaining Bingo
cash transactions and clerical/administrative duties.
PORTLAND SENIOR CENTER: Portland, CT 2010-Present
Café Assistant for Wheels/ Community Café (Volunteer)
Help to deliver an exceptional dining experience by ensuring the dining room, lobby and service area are clean,
stocked and visually appealing. Assist servers in properly serving food and beverages. Clear, clean and reset tables
to ensure they are ready for the next guest.
PORTLAND CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER: Portland, CT 2010-2011
Dietary Aide-Dining Services
Assisted in preparation, service, and clean-up for meals served to residents and staff in the rehabilitation center
and other special events. Followed dietary nutritional needs and established guidelines; observed patient food intake
and reported progress and dietary problems to dietician management.
PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Portland, CT 2006-2010
Substitute Teacher
Assisted and supported the Classroom Teacher and participated in the planning and implementation of
developmentally appropriate program experiences for an assigned group of children. Provided child guidance and
behavior management according to the program's policies and procedures, and under the guidance and support of
the Teacher.
BURGER KING: Portland, CT 2005-2006
Shift Coordinator/ Manager (2005-2006)
Handled restaurant operations including managing shifts, opening, closing and preparing menus. Consistently
reviewed operations to identify any problems, concerns and opportunities for improvement. Provided coaching
and feedback to team members and assessed performance on an ongoing basis. Created a positive guest
experience by delivering a high level of service and ensuring all team members engaged in conversations with
guests to understand their needs and exceed their expectations.
Projects & Accomplishments:
• Multi-tasked and prioritized by counting inventory, balancing drawers and operating drive-thru at the same
time.
Portland, CT 06480 860 372-9361• Lisab93@comcast.net http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabartolotta
3. LISA M. BARTOLOTA
Portland, CT; 860-372-9361;Lisab93@comcast.net
http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabartolotta
• Balanced cash drawer deposits and safe $800 - $1,200 day and calculated end of shift reconciliations.
Portland, CT 06480 • 860- 372-9361• Lisab93@comcast.net • http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabartolotta