Elodie Coffre

Directrice événementielle & commerciale - Division Mode, Luxe & événements spéciaux // Head of sales & event - Fashion, Luxury & special events dept. - PARIS SOCIETY

Greater Paris Metropolitan Region

About

Experienced event management professional with a strong background in luxury fashion. Proven track record in planning and executing high-profile events, including fashion shows, fashion week afterparties, product launches, and VIP receptions. Skilled in team leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and delivering exceptional experiences that elevate brand presence. Passionate about creativity, innovation, and exceeding expectations.

Experience

  • PARIS SOCIETY (7 yrs 1 mo)
    • Head of Sales & Event - Fashion, luxury & special events dept. Group wide
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

      Oversee and lead all sales & events activities within more than 40 French venues (including restaurants) for fashion & luxury brands. Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets. Lead, motivate, and manage the sales team to deliver results. Conceptualize and design premium events, including fashion shows, product launches, galas, and private gatherings. Build and nurture relationships with high-value clients, designers, influencers, and brand partners. Serve as the primary point of contact for VIP clients, ensuring their requirements are met with precision. Deliver tailored solutions to meet client objectives and uphold brand reputation. Manage event budgets and ensure financial efficiency without compromising quality. Prepare regular performance reports, providing insights into sales metrics and event outcomes. Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.

    • Head of Event - Restaurant Department
      Feb 2022 - Sep 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

      Oversee and lead all sales & events activities within our 24 restaurants in France. Creating effective sales strategies to drive sales teams across all our restaurants. Collaborate closely with my team to set sales targets, track performance, and identify growth opportunities. Design, organize, and execute a variety of events in our restaurants, including private, fashion, and promotional events. Ensure that each event is planned and executed with excellence, exceeding customer expectations and strengthening the company's brand image. Manage relationships with clients and strategic partners, ensuring that customer needs and requirements are understood and met professionally and efficiently. Create memorable experiences for customers through exceptional events, while strengthening our restaurants' position in the French market.

    • Senior Event manager
      Jun 2019 - Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Coordinate high-profile events across seven renowned restaurants, exceeding client expectations Cultivating and maintained strategic relationships with international brands like Miumiu, Balmain, Armani, Dior, YSL, and Chanel. Managed 2 junior event managers, shaping their professional development. Innovated event processes by creating a strategic guideline to be followed for event success.

  • Production manager at BUREAU BETAK
    Dec 2018 - Jun 2019 · 7 mos

    Plan, organize, and oversee the production of fashion shows (TommyNow X Zendaya, Dior, Z&V), events (Clash de Cartier inauguration), and special projects (Audemars Piguet HQ museum inauguration & Omega event in Shanghai) in alignment with Bureau Betak's creative vision. Manage all logistical, and operational aspects of events, including venue sourcing, vendor coordination (and more), while ensuring flawless execution of each project, adhering to tight deadlines and high-quality standards.

  • Event manager at PARIS SOCIETY - GROUPE NOCTIS
    Aug 2017 - Dec 2018 · 1 yr 5 mos

    Managed events at Monsieur Bleu & Loulou, as they were the only restaurants of the group so far. Increasing client and revenue by 15% through targeted marketing and building lasting relationships. Orchestrated high-stakes events like “Solomun+1” first edition & a 3 days “what money can’t buy” experience in Switzerland - Verbier. Collaborated with cross-functional teams for exceptional guest satisfaction.

  • Event planner analyst - Chef de projets événementiels at Accenture France
    Mar 2017 - Aug 2017 · 6 mos

    As a Meeting & Event Planner, I coordinate and ensure the execution of all activities in planning and executing meetings and events in and off site for Accenture including assistance with budgeting, site selection, logistics, on-site support, supplier delivery relationships as well as billing, invoice reconciliation and payments, manage compliance to policies and data capture. My Responsibilities : Strategic/Program Management •Collaborate and team with other M&E Planners •Maintain timely & accurate records documenting the global/local tools Service Delivery •Assist customer in site selection process •Apply, respect and follow corporate policies and guidelines •Select suppliers, prepare budgets, and negotiate in compliance with corporate guidelines. •Purchase Requisition, purchase ordering •Secure best possible venue •Arrange sources for miscellaneous services (e.g., ground transportation (bus, taxi), catering, decorations, off-site dining reservations, entertainment, team building through third party vendors, signage..) •Execute contracts, including any deposits in compliance with corporate guidelines •Oversee cancellations and attrition •Provide detailed logistical information for off-site event execution •Confirm and oversee audiovisual, connectivity and other equipment needs for the event •Provide on-site planning assistance •Oversee Attendee Management process, as appropriate •Monitor event budget according to guidelines •Act as point of contact for all vendors and all relevant internal departments •Act as liaison between client and vendor, manage conflicts and assist in problem solving •Oversee vendors’ performance •Coordinate invoicing and payment to external providers Customer Relationship Management •Collect customer/client feedback and take responsibility for the follow up actions. •Keep Gallia Lead abreast of any key issues and performance levels regularly and in escalation mode when necessary in particular when involving clients

  • CHEF DE PROJET EVENEMENTIEL - CHARGEE D'EXPLOITATION EVENTS at GROUPE CITY ONE
    Jul 2016 - Dec 2016 · 6 mos

    Agence événementielle d’hôtesse d’accueil spécialisée en B2B Etablissement de cahier des charges et gestion de personnel sur le terrain Budgets : 2K€ – 100K€ Contact avec le client, rédaction de briefs, définition des besoins et orientation des choix Recrutement d’hôtes et d’hôtesses sur la région de Paris Sélection de personnel, choix des chefs d’équipe, contrôle de l’adéquation des profils, contrôle de la sélection client Préparation des évènements: réunions d’information, préparation, formation des équipes, suivi de mission et contrôle qualité