Shelby Phares
About Shelby Phares
Shelby Phares is a Client Relationship Associate in IT and the owner of Shelby Phares, LLC, a digital marketing freelance business based in Chicago, Illinois. With a background in hospitality and event management, she specializes in connecting IT professionals with innovative companies and actively engages in volunteer work focused on animal-related causes.
Work at Kforce
Shelby Phares serves as a Client Relationship Associate in the IT sector at Kforce Inc. since 2021. In this role, she specializes in connecting IT experts with innovative companies to address business challenges and drive results. Her approach incorporates a 'white glove service' mentality, which is informed by her extensive background in the hospitality industry. This position allows her to leverage her skills in client relationship management to foster strong partnerships and ensure client satisfaction.
Current Business Ownership
Since 2021, Shelby Phares has been the owner and digital marketing freelancer at Shelby Phares, LLC, based in Chicago, Illinois. In this capacity, she provides digital marketing services, drawing on her expertise in marketing and client relations. Her work focuses on helping businesses enhance their online presence and engage effectively with their target audiences.
Previous Experience in Hospitality and Events
Shelby Phares has a robust background in the hospitality and events industry, having worked at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in various roles. Her positions included Marketing, Sales, & Events Associate, Conference Services Manager, and Conference Services & Events Associate. These experiences, spanning from 2017 to 2021, equipped her with skills in sales, public relations, and event management. Additionally, she interned at several organizations, including Tamar Productions, Inc. and Backstage Creations, enhancing her event production and marketing expertise.
Educational Background
Shelby Phares earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management from Indiana University Bloomington, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. She also participated in the Semester at Sea program through the University of Virginia in 2016, which allowed her to travel to over 35 countries. Her educational experiences have provided her with a strong foundation in hospitality and event management principles.
Volunteer Activities and Interests
Shelby Phares actively seeks volunteer opportunities in New York City, focusing on animal-related causes both domestically and internationally. In her leisure time, she enjoys engaging in hot yoga classes and watching Netflix. These activities reflect her commitment to personal well-being and community involvement.