Crystal Haffner

Catering Sales Manager, Omni Severin Hotel | Creating Memorable Experiences

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Contact Info
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With over 17 years of experience in designing experiences, I have a passion for hospitality, beauty, and design that drives me to create memorable and customized events for a diverse range of clients and guests. As the Director of Catering & Events at Hotels, I leverage my skills in hospitality industry, marketing communications, and catering sales to plan and execute events that exceed expectations and deliver results.

I also run two successful businesses that showcase my creativity and versatility: Eagle Point Lodge Indiana, a lakeside lodge that offers a variety of activities and amenities for a relaxing and adventurous stay, and Beauty by Crystal, a high-end event planning and make-up artistry service that caters to corporate, fashion, and bridal events. With a keen eye for detail and a deep passion for service, I help people escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Whether it is a corporate retreat, a fishing adventure, or a bridal make-up session, I ensure that every experience is unique and unforgettable.

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  • Omni Hotels & Resorts Graphic

    Catering Sales Manager

    Omni Hotels & Resorts

    - Present 1 month

    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

  • Owner

    Eagle Point Lodge Indiana

    - Present 1 year 5 months

    eaglepointlodgeindiana.com

    Property owner of lakeside lodge- perfect for a family vacation, a fishing adventure, or a corporate retreat, my property has something for everyone. This property, the stunning lakeside Eagle Point Lodge, has already received significant attention and earned rave reviews from guests. With a keen eye for detail and a deep passion for hospitality, with outstanding service and exceptional properties are the perfect choice for anyone looking to escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary…

    Property owner of lakeside lodge- perfect for a family vacation, a fishing adventure, or a corporate retreat, my property has something for everyone. This property, the stunning lakeside Eagle Point Lodge, has already received significant attention and earned rave reviews from guests. With a keen eye for detail and a deep passion for hospitality, with outstanding service and exceptional properties are the perfect choice for anyone looking to escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Book your stay today and experience the magic of Eagle Point Lodge! airbnb.com/h/eaglepointlodge

  • Owner, Event Planner & MUA

    Beauty by Crystal

    - Present 17 years 3 months

    Beauty by Crystal specializes in high end multi-sensory intimate event experience production. If you have a private gathering of employees, prospects, VIPs or loved ones gathering for a special occasion – Crystal is your dream planner.

    With the experience of having worked with every major make-up and skin care line in the world, every skin color and skin type, you'll find that Beauty by Crystal provides unparalleled skill formal occasions, master classes, high fashion, runway…

    Beauty by Crystal specializes in high end multi-sensory intimate event experience production. If you have a private gathering of employees, prospects, VIPs or loved ones gathering for a special occasion – Crystal is your dream planner.

    With the experience of having worked with every major make-up and skin care line in the world, every skin color and skin type, you'll find that Beauty by Crystal provides unparalleled skill formal occasions, master classes, high fashion, runway, commercial, video shoots, and bridal make-up artistry needs.

    I'm also passionate about using multiple product brands to bring you what I feel are the best products for your needs make-up artistry.

    BIO

    I got my start in make-up artistry while completing my degree at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, California in 2000. Quickly gaining experience on Rodeo Drive with many luxury lines at Barneys and Nieman Marcus, I accepted a position with Christian Dior in Chicago as traveling make-up artist for all Marshall Fields accounts. Upon my relocation to Indianapolis, I kept my artistry honed as a freelancer. My love for make-up then took me to Saks Fifth Avenue where I excelled as a sales consultant and artist for a make-up and skin care line.

    After my husband and I had our first son, I founded Beauty by Crystal and began doing what I loves as a full-time artist (and full-time mommy) in Indianapolis.

    In addition to personal and bridal clients, commercial clients of mine include ESPN, FOX Sports, NBC Sports, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, INDYCAR (formerly Indy Racing League), Chip Ganassi Racing, NHRA, LAT USA,, FFA, NCAA, NCAA Wive's Club and Indianapolis Woman Magazine.

    www.beautybycrystal.net

  • Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts

    Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts

    10 months

  • NFP Graphic

    Director of Events and Hospitality

    NFP

    - 3 years 5 months

    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

    It's my mission to create exceptional experiences for our prospects, clients, business partners and staff.

    From small targeted functions in cozy spaces to unique virtual events to state wide conferences - I plan, lead and execute all internal and external events.

    First Person Advisors was acquired by NFP in May 2021. The integration was finalized in July 2022.

  • FirstPerson Graphic

    Director of Events and Hospitality

    FirstPerson

    - 3 years

    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

    It's my mission to create exceptional experiences for our prospects, clients, business partners and staff.

    From small targeted functions in cozy spaces to unique virtual events to state wide conferences - I plan, lead and execute all internal and external events.

    First Person Advisors was acquired by NFP in May 2021. The integration was finalized in July 2022.

  • Music for All Graphic

    Executive Assistant

    Music for All

    - 2 years

    Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    Managed all board of directors, adjudicators and VIP and staff travel for 11 regional events across the United States per event season within executive budget. Including individualized minute by minute itineraries
    Worked alongside event staff responsible for logistics and on-site customer experience.
    Organized and represented the company at six trade show events per off season. Delivered marketing qualified leads back to sales staff post event.
    Coordinated and hosted quarterly board of…

    Managed all board of directors, adjudicators and VIP and staff travel for 11 regional events across the United States per event season within executive budget. Including individualized minute by minute itineraries
    Worked alongside event staff responsible for logistics and on-site customer experience.
    Organized and represented the company at six trade show events per off season. Delivered marketing qualified leads back to sales staff post event.
    Coordinated and hosted quarterly board of directors meetings.
    Confirmed execution of final event contracts with executives, sponsors and vendors.
    Prioritized email and confidential files for executives and in-house legal counsel.

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