Carl Furman
123, Ellis Street
Boston, MA, 01234
(123) 456 789
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging entry-level position in convention/function planning where related education and experience will be utilized.
EDUCATION
TULANE UNIVERSITY, New Orleans, LA
B.S. Degree in Geography, 1994. Concentration:
Travel and Tourism. Dean's list seven semesters.
Course work included: Comprehensive Travel, Travel Management and Planning, Tourism Development, Retail
Travel, Tourism Development, Domestic and International Geography.
SUMMARY
- Completed special tourism development project (The New Orleans Facility Report); produced a guide to area function facilities and developed facility marketing strategies.
- Hands-on travel marketing and development experience.
- Experienced in itinerary preparation, proper usage of Official Airline Guide, Hotel Indexes and Thomas Cook Timetables, and international and domestic manual ticketing.
- Ability in map reading, accounting, reservations and administration.
- Experience in the food and beverage industry.
EXPERIENCE
Fall 93
THE NEW ORLEANS VISITORS CENTER Intern
- Researched and compiled information for directories which included Calendar of Events, Catalog of Historic Sites, and Music Festival Director)'.
- Represented Massachusetts Division of Tourism at the World Trade Center Travel Show; answered questions and provided tourist information on New Orleans cultural events, places of interest and sightseeing.
- Assisted in marketing effort to promote New Orleans; contacted tour planners nationwide.
- Provided tourist information at the New Orleans Visitors Center.
- Completed special project involving compilation and analysis of data on all Mardi Gras visitors; Analyzed market potential for industry expansion and provided detailed reports regarding benefits to affected industries.
1992-93
PALMETTO AUTO. New Orleans, LA Receptionist
- Performed a variety of administration support functions.
- Interacted with customers; extensive telephone communication.
Server 1991-92
CANDLEBERRY COURT, New Orleans, LA
Server 1990-91
THE TEAKWOOD INN, New Orleans, LA
