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From Sour to Suite

I AM

IAN MILBY

I AM

HOSPITALITY

Biography

BIOGRAPHY

Ian Milby attended Denver Campus of Johnson and Wales University where he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Lodging management, Where he graduated Cum Laude with a impressive 3.52 GPA. Ian is known for being a creative hospitality professional, with strong people skills, writing skills, excellent communication and full of guest services experience. He is a results-driven achiever and effective team leader, with exceptional interpersonal skills. Ian is an exceptionally motivated self-starter and creative problem solver. He works hard and enjoys a challenge. Ian currently is a Front Agent for the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Hotel owned and operated by the Shiva Hotels Corporation in Aurora, Colorado.

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Experience

 

AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Radisson Yes I Can!™ Training & Certification - 02/2019

 

  • Certified Hospitality Department Trainer (CHDT®) - 02/2019

  • Certified  in the Heart of Hospitality  - A04/2019

  • ServSafe Alcohol Training & Certification -06/2018

  • ServSafe Allergen Training & Certification - 06/2018

  • CAP (Community Awareness Program -Certification   - 03/2018

  • CVENT Supplier Network Student Certification – 01/2017

  • CHIA® Certification, Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics – 12/2018

  • American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation Scholarship – 08/2017, 08/ 2018

  • Boettcher Foundation Scholarship, - 05/ 2016, 05/2017

  • CGSP® Certification, Certified Guest Service Professional

       –07/2016

  • VISIT Denver Convention & Visitors Bureau Scholarship - 06/2015, 06/2016, and 06/2017

  • Anschutz Scholars Scholarship - May 2015

  • Ian James Wallace Memorial Scholarship - 04/2014

  • Johnson & Wales Academic Scholarships– 02/2014

  • Colorado DECA, Restaurant & Food Service Management, State Completion – 08/2014

  • ProStart Management Competition - 03/2013

COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • Pie In The Sky, Project Angel Heart  - November 2018

  • Project Homeless Connect, Mile High United Way    – November 2018

  • Food Bank of the Rockies – May 2016 to November 2017

  • Denver Rescue Mission  – November 2016 to November 2017

  • Student Ambassador, Johnson & Wales, Job & Career Fair  - 2015 to 2016

  • JHOP (Johnson & Wales Hospitality Professionals)   - 2014 to 2018

  • 9News Health Fair Non-Medical Volunteer - 2014 to 2018

  • Smoky Hill High School, Thanksgiving Food Drive   - 2010 to 2014

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton/ Shiva Hotels 

Front Desk Agent

03/2022 to Present | Aurora, Colorado USA

  • Answers guest inquiries and provided information regarding hotel services and amenities.

  • Resolves sources of dissatisfaction and implements processes to prevent future service obstacles.

  • Assist guests with check-ins, account inquiries and any additional services needed.

  • Responds to incoming guests, telephone calls, and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.

Radisson Hotel Group / The Pandey Hotel Corporation

Front Desk Supervisor

03/2021 to 03/2022  | Aurora, Colorado USA

  • Supports the smooth running of the front office department, where all aspects of the guest journey and experience are delivered to the highest level.

  • Supervises the front office team fostering a culture of growth, development and performance within the department.

  • Works proactively to improve guest satisfaction and comfort, delivering a positive and timely response to guest enquiries and problem resolution.

  • Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders.

Radisson Hotel Group / The Pandey Hotel Corporation

Training Facilitator 

08/2019 to 03/2021  | Aurora, Colorado USA

  • Identifies  internal and external training programs to address competency gaps for members of the Guest Services team. 

  • Facilitates learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, Online training, and on-the-job coaching.

  • Tracks and reports on training outcomes of the guest service team. 

  • Organizes, develops or source training programs to meet specific training needs of the guest services team.

Radisson Hotel Group / The Pandey Hotel Corporation

Guest Services Agent

03/2019 to 08/2019  | Aurora, Colorado USA

  • Answers guest inquiries and provided information regarding hotel services and amenities.

  • Resolves sources of dissatisfaction and implements processes to prevent future service obstacles.

  • Assist guests with check-ins, account inquiries and any additional services needed.

  • Responds to incoming guests, telephone calls, and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.

  • Utilizes creativity and effective communication skills to manage guest relations during a 5 day plumbing crisis. 

  • Took initiative by improving guest experience through creation of new printed marketing materials.

  • Assisted local law enforcement to catch a perpetrator of credit card fraud. (He had been responsible for at least $20K in credit card fraud).

Johnson & Wales University 

Office Assistant, College of Hospitality Management 

09/2017 to 05/2018 | Denver, Colorado USA

  • Conducted administrative duties including greeting students at the front desk, answering phones, and organizing documents.

  • Assisted faculty members by coordinating their schedules and quickly completing their administrative requests.

  • Answered incoming calls and messages and responded in a professional manner.

Embassy Suites by Hilton / Dimension Development

Guest Services Representative / Lead Guest Services Trainer

 02/ 2017 to 08/ 2017 |  Centennial, Colorado USA

  • Responded to over 150 check-ins and check-outs on an average AM shift.

  • Facilitated the requests of Hilton Honors guests as the hotel’s Hilton Honors Champion.

  • Managed a bank daily and posted various charges including marketplace purchases.

  • Facilitated the training of new Guest Services Representatives, Guest Service Supervisors, and Night Audits.

  • Enhanced the hotel’s emergency and contingency policies & procedures for efficiency and clarification.

  • Evaluated and responded to all S.A.L.T. (Satisfaction and Loyalty Tracking) feedback, and guest reviews.

Johnson & Wales University

Administrative Assistant, Experiential Education & Career  Services

 02/ 2016 to 02/ 2017 |  Denver, Colorado USA

 

  • Assisted the department with daily operations.

  • Answered an average of 20 daily incoming calls and responded accordingly exceeding department standards. Coordinated Job Fair & Career Expo even consisting of 100+ employers.

  • Assisted faculty members by coordinating their schedules and quickly completing their administrative requests.

Johnson & Wales University

Administrative Assistant, Career Services 

 02/ 2016 to 02/ 2017 |  Denver, Colorado USA

  • Effectively communicated to university guest and internal staff team regarding partnership community events. Provided administrative assistance to faculty and,staff and internal management teams.

  • Monitored the appearance and performance of the university's concierge desk through surveys and evaluations.

PORTFOLIO

Portfolio

MARKETING PLAN

marketing plan

This was a marketing plan for the Ben & Jerrys which is a subsidiary of Unilever. In this unique plan, was to assist in the development of advertising and marketing for Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops specifically a purposed location in Downtown Denver.

WEDDING BINDER

wedding binder

This wedding planning binder could be used for any couple who are planning their dream wedding. In this project, I had the opportunity to plan the entire wedding from the ceremony also including reception with all the details and logistics associated for a dream wedding anyone could want.

CERTIFICATIONS

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