Type Of Business:
Event Management and Entertainment Firm
Expertise:
Ms. Dallam's expertise is in the preparation of posters, banners and business cards.
Major Product/SVS:
Children's Parties, Puppet Shows, Magic Acts, Face Painting, Balloon Sculpting
Hobbies/Sports:
Drawing, Singing, Dancing, Baking, Making Puppets, Crafting, Bicycle Riding
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Monroe College, with Honors (2001); Coursework, Borough of Manhattan Community College, New York, NY (1979); Coursework, Herbert H. Lehman College, Bronx, NY (1977); Diploma, John F. Kennedy High School, Bronx, NY (1975)
Industry:
Event Management
Children's Names:
Kathryn, Daoud (Deceased)
Date of Distinction:
10/30/2009
Work History:
FAFSA, Work Study Coordinator, Financial Aid Office, Monroe College, Bronx, NY (2009-Present); Chatty and Katty Klown Entertainers, Bronx, NY (1998-Present); President, Operator, Dallamenges, Bronx, NY (1995-Present); Scheduling Coordinator, Typist, Fieldston Lodge Care Center, Bronx, NY (2001-2002); Office Assistant, Continuation of a Dream Child Care Program, Bronx, NY (1997-2003); Office Assistant, WM Shubert & Co., Inc., Bronx, NY (1993-2007); Office Manager, St. Stephen's United Methodist Church, Bronx, NY (1991-1996); Clerical Worker, Orsid Realty Corp., New York, NY (1989-1991); Office Systems Specialist, Word Processing Instructor, International Business Machines Corporation, New York, NY (1980-1989); Typesetter, We're Your Type, Bronx, NY (1980-1987)
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Dallam believes that the support she has in her church mothers and sisters separates her from her peers. They have taught her from their varied experiences, lessons and advice that gave her a better understanding of the many challenges in life.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Dallam believes that her greatest career achievement thus far is having the ability to learn new things, test them out and see that she can do with them to be profitable. Over the years, she has learned many things that are cost effective and helps her to adequately provide for her family.
Expanded Biography:
Ms. Dallam has several new ventures that she is pursuing with her business. The first is Chatty's Mini Carnival, which would entail bringing a small scale carnival to your home.
The second venture is the Chatty and Katty books, that are geared toward children ages 2 to 6 which will be under The Dahday Series. The books in this series would be educational in nature, teaching children the alphabet, numbers and counting, colors, animal names, bedtime stories and there will also be two books that teach children about God. Another of her ventures is named D and D Artistic Service which features personalized creative services for client's business cards, newsletters, etc. Oils by Dallamenges is another of her pursuits, she sells Afrikan Oils that can be both used on the skin or burned for aromatic purposes. She also promotes BAZI a nutritional supplement rich with vitamins.
Charity:
Volunteer, St. Steven's United Methodist Church, Bronx, New York (1986-Present); Member, The School of Theater and Arts Leadership Committee, Bronx, NY (1999-2000); Board of Directors, Marble Hill Student Achievement Program, Bronx, NY (1995-2000); Executive Secretary, Parent's/Teacher's Association, P.S. 7, Bronx, NY (1992-1994, 1995-1997); Board of Directors, Marble Hill Nursery School, Bronx, NY (1989-1991)
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her ability to be good to people and her love for God and working with children.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her desire to utilize her natural, God-given talents.
Extended Bio Profile:
MS. Dallam has written over 20 books. She and her husband also sell Afrikan Oils and Bazi.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Creating and Designing Personalized Banners, Greeting Cards, Flyers, Labels, Newsletters, Posters and Business Cards with Oil Paints, Planning Children's Parties, Dressing Up as a Clown for Children's Parties, Managing a Small Carnival
Education Certifications:
Certified Lay Speaker, The United Methodist Church (2007); Certified Public Access Producer, BRONXNET; Certification in Field and Studio Production; Club 70 Certificate, Office Technologies Department, Monroe College; Certified, Girl Scout Troop Leader
Awards/Honors:
Certificate of Appreciation, St. Stephen's United Methodist Church (2009); Typing Award and Trophy, Monroe College (2000); Administrator of the Second Quarter, IBM (1984); Niri Nut Award, IBM (1982); Three-Time Recipient, Means Service Award, IBM (1981, 1984, 1985); Five-Time Recipient, Monroe College President List Award; Honorable Mention, Creative Writing Essay Contest; Published Story, Local School Magazine