ANNA BATES
about
My experience in event planning spans both my personal and professional life. My portfolio showcases examples of my creativity and work, highlighting events I’ve contributed to through internships, sorority leadership roles, and even gatherings with friends. Enjoy!
portfolio
Education
University of Kentucky,
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Marketing
Gatton College of Business and Economics, Lexington, KY, May 2025
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Relevant Coursework: Financial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Corporate Finance, Business Marketing, Business Statistics, Micro/Macro Economics, Personal Investing, Intro to Business Analytics, Marketing Research, Digital Marketing, Financial Modeling in Excel, Real Estate Finance, Personal Selling, Marketing Strategy and Planning
Experience
Feburary 2025 - Current
Design and PR Intern
325 Main
Lexington, KY
· Gaining insights from Studio Bird Interior Design and EOP Architects to develop a plan for the first-floor lobby and store, focusing on furniture, lighting, wall coverings, design, and layout to enhance operational efficiency and profitability. · Observing the marketing and PR strategy development process of Cornette and Huff & Co PR firms to inform the creation of a plan the Diner concept at 325 Main. The focus is on enhancing brand presence and awareness in Lexington.
January 2024 - Current
Sales Associate
AJ's Casuals
Lexington, KY
· Maintain a clean and organized store environment by restocking items, arranging merchandise displays and conducting regular inventory checks. · Manage the store’s social media account and provide excellent customer service.
May 2024 - August 2024
Event Planning and Development Intern
Maria Mitchell Association
Nantucket, MA
· Assisted in the planning and execution of fundraising events, logistics, scheduling, and vendor management, while aiding in on-site setup and breakdown. · Maintained and updated the donor database, researched potential donors, and developed a sponsorship program to cultivate local support.
May 2023 - August 2023
Wealth Management Intern
Cerity Partners
Louisville, KY
· Assisted in preparing client financial presentations and utilized software to analyze market trends. · Observed client meetings to gain wealth management insights and participated in training to enhance financial skills. · Researched and developed the “Cerity Partners Training Program” collaborating with a team and presenting to senior management.
involvement
Kappa Alpha Theta Human Resources Director
Event Planning, January 2023 - December 2023
Coordinated logistics for sorority events, including venue selection, budgeting, catering, and decorating, while monitoring expenses to ensure adherence to budgets. Collaborated with committee members to delegate tasks and ensure smooth event executions.
Kappa Alpha Theta Recruitment Team
Spirit Week Chair, August 2024
Organized a week of events prior to recruitment handling decorations, food coordination, and leading morale activities.
Sisterhood Chair, August 2023
Led and coordinated the planning, decorating, and execution of the sisterhood recruitment round, collaborating with the team on overall plans.
Provost Academic Scholarship Recipient,
Dean’s List, Lee Webb Commercial Real Estate Workshop & Pitch, Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, Member Development Committee - Kappa Alpha Theta, CASA Fundraising Volunteer, Greek Sing Philanthropy Competition