Kelly Li
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Highly organized and detail driven.
Event
Coordinator with 2+ years of experience planning, coordinating, and executing corporate events, conferences, trade shows, and large scale gathering. Proven ability to manage budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver events that align with organizational branding and with over 20 years of customer service experience.
Experience
Event Coordinator - Coast Langley City Hotel & Convention Centre - Langley, BC
(2024-01)
- Plan, coordinate, and execute 200+ events, including conferences, trade shows, AGMs, graduations, holiday parties, meetings and weddings.
- Manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, rental companies, and influencers to deliver seamless events.
- Guide staff on event expectations, client service, safety and operational standards.
- Ensure brand consistency through signage, promotional materials, and communication with clients.
- Oversee hotel bookings, process payments, prepare reports, and maintain accurate event documentation.
- Serve as the primary coordinator for 100+ clients, providing end to end planning support and onsite leadership.
Banquet Server - Cascades Casino - Langley, BC
(2013-01 - 2024-12)
- Supported banquet operations for corporate events, galas, weddings, and conferences.
- Assisted with event setup, teardown, and ensuring compliance with event order standards.
- Provided high-quality guest service and collaborated with event teams to ensure smooth execution.
Financial Advisor's Assistant - Dundee Insurance Agency Ltd. - Vancouver
(2010-01 - 2010-12)
- Organizes files, labeled documents and managed office supplies and administrative task.
Education
Bachelor - Hospitality & Tourism Management - Cape Breton University (2009-01 - 2013-12)