Kelly Paige Plato

(713) 851-3350
paigeplato1@gmail.com

Objective

To utilize my leadership experience, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills

to pursue a career in the event planning industry. My background, skill set, and
enthusiasm for the field would be a valuable asset to an organization looking to
plan and execute successful social or business events.

Education

Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas May 2017

Major: Recreation, Park and Tourism Science
Minor: Communication
Certificate: Professional Event Manager Certificate
GPA: 3.5; Deans Honor Roll

Second Baptist School, Houston, Texas Graduated

2013
National Honor Society Magna Cum
Laude
Fighting Eagle Award for Leadership

Event Planning Experience

Keely Thorne Events

Summer 2016
Responsible for assisting the coordinators in the planning process from start to
finish during the summer of 2016
Completed task lists for each coordinator daily, communicated with clients
and vendors to organize wedding day details
Observed client meetings, assisted with rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremony
and reception

Delta Delta Delta Social Chairman 2015-2016

Elected by the Chapter.
Responsible for all social events for the Spring and Fall 2016 semesters.
Responsibilities include planning three date party events for 600 plus
attendees each, including coordinating all details of each event from start to
finish.

Kadupul Hospitality, Program Manager Spring 2016

Planned publicity event for dog shelter located in Bryan, Texas. Responsible
for all aspects of the event, from inception to implementation.
Recruited volunteers and assisted in planning Junior Volleyball Association
Annual World Championship Tournament taking place in Kansas City,
Missouri. Organized volunteer schedule and managed shifts.
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Work History

Keely Thorne Events Summer 2016

Full time intern working with coordinators to plan and execute events

Out of the Box Summer 2014

Full-time retail sales associate handling customers and specialized orders.

Houston Country Club Summer 2012

Day camp counselor responsible for running the cheerleading program for
approximately 60 children.

Leadership Activities and Organizations

Delta Delta Delta RPTS Academic Advisor 2015-2016

Chosen by the Chapter as an academic advisor for Delta Delta Delta
members. Mentor other Delta Delta Delta members interested in the
Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Sciences major, including assisting them in
identifying strong professors and providing advice on which classes to take.

FLiP (Freshman Leaders in Progress) 2013- 2014

Chosen as one of only 56 freshmen to become a member of FLiP, a student
organization that works to enhance the overall leadership experience for
freshmen at Texas A&M University. We dedicated three weekends each
semester to community service.

Member of Student Event Planners Association (SEPA)

Attend weekly meetings that feature guest speakers from the event industry.
The organization also provides opportunities to volunteer at events taking
place at the university.