Connie Harbby Fmp

Connie Harbby, FMP has a diverse and extensive work experience. Connie currently serves as the Director of Private Events at LM Restaurants, where they manage and directs the private events team for multiple signature brand restaurants in North Carolina and Florida. Connie'sresponsibilities include converting leads into high-profile events such as family parties, weddings, corporate events, and marketing events.

Prior to their current role, Connie was the owner and operator of Be·Spoke Custom Events and Florals. Connie successfully established this event management and floral company from scratch, specializing in weddings, corporate events, and sympathy celebrations. Connie managed various aspects of the business, including P&L, customer service, strategic marketing, social media management, and vendor relations. Connie's company achieved a 5-star Google rating and experienced significant year-over-year growth.

Before becoming an entrepreneur, Connie worked at Sodexo as a Multi Unit General Manager 4. Connie oversaw a high-profile, multi-unit foodservice P&L account, which was the largest in the Sodexo portfolio at that time. Connie'sresponsibilities included managing cafés, commissary operations, Starbucks accounts, and campus-wide catering.

Earlier in their career, Connie held roles at Golden Corral Corporation. Connie served as a Food and Beverage Training/Senior Instructional Designer, where they contributed to the development of training programs. Connie also worked as a Quality Assurance Director, conducting physical inspections in Golden Corral restaurants across the United States.

Overall, Connie Harbby, FMP has a strong background in event management, foodservice operations, training, and quality assurance. Connie has demonstrated their ability to deliver exceptional results in various industries and settings.

Connie Harbby, FMP has an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree in Dietetic Technology with a Hospitality Management Option from Youngstown State University. Additionally, Connie has obtained certifications in ServSafe from the National Restaurant Association in April 2022 and Food Management Professional from the National Restaurant Association in July 2011.