About Riki Waldman

Based in Long Beach, New York, Riki Waldman is an accomplished hospitality professional, community organizer, and artisanal creator. Holding a Master of Science in Hospitality Administration and Management, Riki blends high-level organizational strategy with deep cultural expertise to curate upscale Jewish event experiences and bespoke home decor. Her extensive background ranges from directing large-scale community celebrations and holiday programs across the South Shore and Five Towns to managing backend corporate operations. Today, she channels this unique pairing of logistical excellence and artistic vision into creating memorable milestones and handcrafted resin Judaica that elevate everyday traditions into lasting memories.

Professional Experience & Community Impact

Director of Event Planning & Community Programming
BACH Jewish Center of Long Beach & Long Beach Jewish Experience Orchestrated high-impact community events, holiday programming, and outreach initiatives, managing end-to-end logistics from concept design to flawless day-of execution.

Signature Event Production: Designed and executed prominent community fundraisers and experiential events, including the "Munchkins and Menorahs" initiative, seasonal community markets, and custom holiday gifting programs.
Large-Scale Coordination: Managed operations, table design, and service teams for high-profile gatherings, including the Carlebach Shabbaton (150+ guests) and formal community Passover Seders.
Holiday Services Operations: Assisted in the strategic planning and implementation of High Holiday services (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) to maximize community engagement.
Digital Branding & Marketing: Spearheaded targeted digital and social media marketing campaigns across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook to expand regional reach and drive community participation.

Artisanal Design & Custom Resin Creation
Founder & Designer, Bespoke Resin Arts & Judaica Translates a meticulous eye for design into high-end, functional art pieces that bring modern elegance to Jewish homes and holiday tables.

Bespoke Serving Ware: Designs and hand-pours custom resin serving trays, platters, and charcuterie boards that seamlessly balance striking aesthetics with everyday utility.
Fine Art Judaica: Crafts personalized resin Mezuzah cases, balancing sacred tradition with contemporary styling for home blessings, weddings, and premium gifts.
Client Collaboration: Works directly with patrons across Hewlett, Woodmere, Lawrence, and Cedarhurst to deliver customized colorways and custom commissions tailored to specific home decors.

Operations, HR & Project Management
UniKings Tutoring & Academic Advising Foundations Directed critical corporate administration, human resources, and business operations to maximize efficiency and structural growth.

Operational Infrastructure: Built administrative tracking forms, streamlined multi-department payroll architectures, and utilized Salesforce CRM platforms to capture and monitor business pipelines.
Team Leadership & Training: Spearheaded recruitment, built comprehensive training programs for administrative staff, and provided direct project management support to executive leadership.

Education & Credentials

Master of Science (M.S.) in Hospitality Administration & Management
Lasell University | Specialized training in high-end hospitality operations, logistics, guest experience, and event management.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature
Binghamton University | Developed advanced communication, copywriting, and narrative design skills utilized in brand marketing and client relations.

Core Expertise

Event Production

• Full-Scale Event Logistics

• Theme & Table Aesthetics

• Vendor & Caterer Liaison

• Community Fundraising

Creative Design

• Custom Resin Artistry

• Modern Judaica Crafting

• Social Media Marketing

• Visual Asset Creation

Operations

• Project Management

• HR & Team Training

• Salesforce CRM Data

• Client Relations

About Riki Waldman

Professional Experience & Community Impact

Director of Event Planning & Community Programming BACH Jewish Center of Long Beach & Long Beach Jewish Experience Orchestrated high-impact community events, holiday programming, and outreach initiatives, managing end-to-end logistics from concept design to flawless day-of execution.

Signature Event Production: Designed and executed prominent community fundraisers and experiential events, including the "Munchkins and Menorahs" initiative, seasonal community markets, and custom holiday gifting programs.

Large-Scale Coordination: Managed operations, table design, and service teams for high-profile gatherings, including the Carlebach Shabbaton (150+ guests) and formal community Passover Seders.

Holiday Services Operations: Assisted in the strategic planning and implementation of High Holiday services (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) to maximize community engagement.

Digital Branding & Marketing: Spearheaded targeted digital and social media marketing campaigns across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook to expand regional reach and drive community participation.

Artisanal Design & Custom Resin Creation Founder & Designer, Bespoke Resin Arts & Judaica Translates a meticulous eye for design into high-end, functional art pieces that bring modern elegance to Jewish homes and holiday tables.

Bespoke Serving Ware: Designs and hand-pours custom resin serving trays, platters, and charcuterie boards that seamlessly balance striking aesthetics with everyday utility.

Fine Art Judaica: Crafts personalized resin Mezuzah cases, balancing sacred tradition with contemporary styling for home blessings, weddings, and premium gifts.

Client Collaboration: Works directly with patrons across Hewlett, Woodmere, Lawrence, and Cedarhurst to deliver customized colorways and custom commissions tailored to specific home decors.

Operations, HR & Project Management UniKings Tutoring & Academic Advising Foundations Directed critical corporate administration, human resources, and business operations to maximize efficiency and structural growth.

Operational Infrastructure: Built administrative tracking forms, streamlined multi-department payroll architectures, and utilized Salesforce CRM platforms to capture and monitor business pipelines.

Team Leadership & Training: Spearheaded recruitment, built comprehensive training programs for administrative staff, and provided direct project management support to executive leadership.