Jillian Waxman
College Park
Summary
MBA candidate at the University of Maryland while working full-time across the College Park campus in events management with progressive leadership experience, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and operations. As Events Manager for a high-profile College Park venue, I regularly coordinate VIP events, university functions, and donor dinners while partnering with faculty, administrators, and alumni to deliver exceptional experiences. Currently serve as Chief of Marketing & Communications for the University of Maryland Part-Time MBA Board, leading communications strategy and campus engagement initiatives. Recognized for building strong relationships, managing complex events, and representing organizations with professionalism and discretion
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Marketing & Communications
University of Maryland Part-Time MBA Board
05.2026 - Current
- Led marketing and communications strategy for PTMBA Association, enhancing engagement among graduate students, alumni, faculty, and university leadership.
- Managed digital communications and branding across multiple platforms, aligning messaging with organizational priorities and enhancing member outreach.
- Developed and executed promotional campaigns for networking events, professional development programs, and community initiatives, increasing participation and visibility.
- Partner with executive board members and university administrators to increase visibility of PTMBA programs and strengthen community engagement.
Event Coordinator and Manager
Grillmarx College Park Steakhouse & Rawbar
College Park
01.2023 - Current
- Plan, execute, and coordinate logistics for high-profile events serving government agencies, corporate leadership, alumni, donors, faculty, athletic programs, and more.
- Coordinated with executive leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless management of event timelines, staffing, budgets, and operational logistics.
- Lead front-of-house operations during high-profile events while resolving issues with professionalism and discretion.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with repeat clients, university departments, and community partners through exceptional service and strategic event planning.
- Trained and mentored staff on hospitality standards and client service to enhance event execution.
Teaching Assistant
Maryland
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated guest speakers and curated course content to enhance relevance with current local and federal events.
- Tracked student participation to foster community engagement and support professional development initiatives.
- Assisted professors in preparing and organizing course materials for lectures.
- Facilitated study groups to enhance student understanding of complex topics.
- Coordinated communication between faculty and students for scheduling needs.
Legislative Intern
Office of Delegate Brian Crosby, Vice Chair of Economic Matters
Maryland
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Researched bills and legal publications to inform legislative decision-making.
- Responded to constituents and managed Delegate's inbox while attending legislative hearings.
- Researched legislative issues impacting economic matters for the Vice Chair's office.
- Assisted in drafting policy briefs and position papers on key initiatives.
- Attended committee meetings and recorded discussions on legislative proposals.
Engineering Intern
NAWCAD SEAP
Maryland
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Took anthropometric measurements for Human Systems Engineering projects at the Test Pilot School.
- Completed training in FaroArm and Polyworks to enhance skills in human-computer interaction analysis.
- Assisted engineering teams with design modifications and technical documentation.
- Conducted research on materials to support project development and implementation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and feedback.
Assistant
A New Hope Therapeutic Services
Maryland
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Co-led Children in Change group, utilizing art therapy for emotional growth among 8 children from nontraditional families.
- Assisted in CBT sessions under LCSW-C supervision, contributing to court-ordered family therapy support.
- Coordinated client appointments and managed scheduling for therapy sessions.
- Assisted therapists with patient documentation and record management.
- Developed and maintained client files using electronic health record systems.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Civic Leadership & Human Services
University of Maryland
College Park, MD05-2025
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- SolidWorks
- Polyworks
- RStudio
- Event planning
- Digital communications
- Community engagement
- Customer relationship management
- Social media engagement
Certification
- RStudio Programming Certification
- CRLA Master Certified Peer Mentor
Languages
Spanish
Activities
- Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, 03/24, 05/25, Treasurer, Fellowship Chair, and PR Chair, Managed chapter finances, led social media marketing, and planned events.
- TERPSExceed, CRLA-Accredited Peer Mentoring Program, Master Certified Lead Peer Mentor, Led a group of 5 other student peer mentors who reported to me to track the progress/goals of our student. Advocated for DEI as a staff liaison.
- BSOS Ambassador, University of Maryland, 2024, Ambassador, Represented the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences at university recruitment, engagement, and alumni events., Served as an ambassador between prospective students, alumni, faculty, and university leadership.
Timeline
Chief of Marketing & Communications
University of Maryland Part-Time MBA Board
05.2026 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Maryland
08.2024 - 12.2024
Legislative Intern
Office of Delegate Brian Crosby, Vice Chair of Economic Matters
01.2024 - 04.2024
Engineering Intern
NAWCAD SEAP
06.2023 - 08.2023
Event Coordinator and Manager
Grillmarx College Park Steakhouse & Rawbar
01.2023 - Current
Assistant
A New Hope Therapeutic Services
06.2021 - 09.2022
Master of Business Administration -
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Civic Leadership & Human Services
University of Maryland