Hi, I’m Alison Garcia. I’m a Tampa-based events planner with a passion for turning ideas into engaging experiences. I currently coordinate student events and programs, building partnerships, coordinating activations, and delivering impactful learning opportunities. I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams come together to drive participation, community connection, and outcomes. My experience spans event planning, sponsorship cultivation, budgeting, marketing outreach, and donor relations, and I’m fluent in Spanish, which helps me engage diverse communities.

Alison Garcia

Hi, I’m Alison Garcia. I’m a Tampa-based events planner with a passion for turning ideas into engaging experiences. I currently coordinate student events and programs, building partnerships, coordinating activations, and delivering impactful learning opportunities. I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams come together to drive participation, community connection, and outcomes. My experience spans event planning, sponsorship cultivation, budgeting, marketing outreach, and donor relations, and I’m fluent in Spanish, which helps me engage diverse communities.

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Hi, I’m Alison Garcia. I’m a Tampa-based events planner with a passion for turning ideas into engaging experiences. I currently coordinate student events and programs, building partnerships, coordinating activations, and delivering impactful learning opportunities.

I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams come together to drive participation, community connection, and outcomes. My experience spans event planning, sponsorship cultivation, budgeting, marketing outreach, and donor relations, and I’m fluent in Spanish, which helps me engage diverse communities.

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Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Associate at International Plaza
October 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted in planning and executing luxury special events for top-tier clients, supported client outreach, in-store experiences, and elevated brand activations. Delivered exceptional customer experiences by welcoming clients, identifying needs, and providing personalized product recommendations to build lasting relationships and brand loyalty. Consistently achieved sales goals through proactive selling, strategic product add-ons, and in-depth knowledge of merchandise, craftsmanship, and product features. Maintained visual merchandising standards by ensuring the sales floor remained clean, organized, fully stocked, and aligned with company presentation guidelines. Supported store operations by processing transactions, handling cash responsibly, assisting with inventory management, receiving shipments, and conducting cycle counts. Represented the brand with professionalism by upholding company policies, maintaining a polished image, and serving as a brand ambassador in all customer intera
Student Events & Programs Development Coordinator at University of South Florida (USF)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed and implemented operational systems for in-person and virtual programming, ensuring seamless execution of events, workshops, and large-scale student initiatives. Built and managed a growing pipeline of community partners including cultural organizations, local businesses, schools, and student groups—driving visibility, participation, and program revenue. Identified, negotiated, and executed cross-promotional collaborations that boosted attendance and increased awareness of university engagement initiatives. Created and maintained comprehensive partnership tracking systems, documenting deliverables, activation dates, goals, and engagement performance. Planned and produced high-impact onsite and offsite activations — including conferences, multicultural celebrations, orientation events, and career experiences — generating consistent buzz and community engagement. Worked cross-functionally with marketing teams, operations staff, campus partners, and external venues to ensur

Education

Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction at University of South Florida (USF), Tampa, FL
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services