Her Story
About Bohlokwa Bee
Bee Ntjana is an event planner and catering director with 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Originally from South Africa, she developed a passion for working with people that led her to attend the International Hotel School for two and a half years after completing high school. Ntjana began her career in the United States at St. Andrews Country Club in 2009 and has remained in the country club sector. After taking a break to raise her daughter and work in human resources for two and a half years, she returned to catering and events. In her current role at a Jewish country club in Florida, she manages a wide range of events such as weddings, bar mitzvahs, anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers, and memorial services. Her daily responsibilities include handling client inquiries, preparing proposals, coordinating setups, scheduling vendors, and planning seasonal calendars. Ntjana values the genuine connections formed through her work and the lasting memories created for clients. She advises young women entering the field to believe in themselves and recognize that they are stronger than they think.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Bohlokwa Bee
01What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
You are stronger than you think you are. I've lived through that.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Believe in yourself. You just have to power through the difficult challenges and that kind of stuff, and that you're stronger than you think. Everything just works out.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Dealing with difficult clients or members; adapting when new to a company or after a break, as team members and members may question your knowledge or work ethic.
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