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Emily Petro

Special Event & Hospitality Professional I Client Service Specialist · Making Moves
Washington DC, USA

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What is your work super power?

I am extremely self-motivated and care deeply about my client's experience and goals

What is your proudest accomplishment?

Completing $1 million in catering/event sales during my first year as an Account Executive, without a book of business being handed to me

Bio & Skills

Hello! As a former member of the Sales Team to one of D.C.’s top caterers, I learned an incredible amount of culinary, client service, and large-scale production and logistical knowledge. After living in D.C. for almost 10 years, in 2017, I took my talents out West, where I joined the Design Team for a Specialty Event Décor Company in Orange County. Upon returning to D.C. with a craving for creative, and particular knack for chef-focused events, I found a great niche in the freelance world, working with a major non-profit. I headed event production in 9 major cities for a selection of their large-market fundraisers, which connect over 1,000 guests to local restaurants, businesses and an amazing cause. Other freelance projects have included catering consulting, marketing and design work, and other event production and management ventures. I am excited to join this community to explore future relationships and opportunities!

Business Strategy Creative Strategy Customer Engagement Design Events Leadership
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