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Objective
To provide positive leadership and to lend expertise derived from 15 years of real-world experience across the fields of media, technology, food/beverage services, event production, marketing and business development. An ideal position would be one where I can utilize my diverse skill sets and background to problem solve, innovate and drive success throughout the organization.
Qualifications
- Productive in high stress and fast-paced environments
- Intimate understanding in the use technology to streamline workflow and communication
- Driven by Metrics to refine procedures and campaigns in order to achieve sets goals
- Experienced in giving presentations to investors, clients and internal staff
- Deeply rooted in Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainable practices
- Self starting Entrepreneur with a track record of operating profitable businesses
- Knowledgeable in social media marketing strategies
- Years of successful Event planning, Marketing and Production
- Well verse in Agile/Scrum Practices for Software and Business Development
- Proficient in Metadata Cores and best practices including DublinCore, XMP and OpenGraph
- Proven experience in developing products and services for diverse customer bases
- Highly-developed in resource management, communication and problem solving skills
- Able to think creatively and execute systematically making the best of available resources
- Detail orientated especially in the areas of usability, process and efficiently
Technical skills
MS Windows & Mac OS X [desktop/servers/infrastructure], Linux, Virtualization, Adobe Creative Suite, GoogleApps/Analytics/Adwords/AdSense/Drive, MS Office, Media Editing, Web Development [PHP, MSSQL/MySQL, HTML/CSS/AJAX], xCode + iOS, Android SDK, Flash/Flex [ActionScript], Project Management tools, Advanced Networking Devices [switches/routers/firewalls], WiFi Deployment
Employment History
Sole Proprietor, Random Synergy New York, NY 2004 ~ 2013
- Operated all aspects of the Business including sales, production, development and marketing
- Provided CTO/ CMO/ Product Owner (Intrapreneur) as a consultant services to clients
- Brainstormed with clients and production teams in order to convert ideas into tasks
- Used Agile/Scrum methodologies and framework in developing products and business concepts
- Outlined project goals and milestones then directed the execution through completion
- Managed the development of applications across platforms including Web, Mobile and Social Media
- Supplied Clients with IT Support such as Network Design, Server Deployment and Desktop Training
- Produced events and concerts from concept to execution meeting client profit goals
- Created and managed budgets for the Business and individual client projects
- Oversaw Product Management and Marketing for clients acting as or augmenting the inhouse team
- Implemented end to end solutions for clients with technical and marketing elements
- Provided product/service management based on research and demand
- Scaled operations of the company including Staffing to meet the project goals
Director of Events & Marketing, Tonic Times Square New York, NY 2011 ~ 2013
- Provided direction and leadership for the Events, Branding and Marketing of Tonic Times Square
- Handled execution for all Special Events including New Years Eve and the Super Bowl
- Lead Event Sales Strategies for the Venue consistently exceeding previous records
- Directed Event Space configuration, food orders and decoration for all events and seasons
- Trained staff on execution of events from venue setup to tending to client requests
- Oversaw the Front & Back of House operations of the establishment during “On The Floor” shifts
- Coordinated the maintenance of the venue including cleaning, repairs, renovations and A/V equipment
- Successfully Executed day-to-day social marketing that increased food and beverage sales
- Ran the Concierge Program which provided incentives to Concierges for Reservations and bookings
- Performed resource allocation and staff training to ensure consistent service levels at all times
- Focused on customer and partner marketing by developing co-branded promotions to drive sales
- Sole marketing agent responsible for all corporate marketing and public relations initiatives
- Developed and coordinated all communication, advertising, online programs and media relations
- Acted as liaison between the ownership, vendors, staff and clients providing advice and direction
- Developed materials focused on branding, direct marketing, online marketing and promotional material
General Manager, G.T.R. Group >> Honey Lounge New York, NY 2008-2010
- Managed transition from previous ownership including staffing, vendors and event partners
- Drafted and executed policies, employment agreements, vendor and event contracts
- Launched various social media campaigns to increase patronage and participation
- Developed interactive Technology to assist in our ability to leverage social networks
- Oversaw all internal operations including dealings with various city and state authorities
- Personally trained staff on proper customer support and creating a comfortable environment
- Initiated then managed the process for re-branding and the renovation of the venue
- Provided Quality Control and correction on food / cocktail preparation and presentation
- Worked with Owners on a regular basis to provide updates, set goals, and execute directives
Systems Engineer, Extensis New York, NY 2005-2008
- Traveled 50% of any given month on sales calls, trainings and to perform on-site intergration
- Implemented Digital Asset Management workflows with best practices training and technology
- Designed Font Management Strategies for creative teams to handle licensing and system resources
- Engineered solutions across multiple platforms to create automated creative workflows
- Trained clients on how to use the customized DAM solutions to insure brand consistency
- Collaborated with Client IT, Creative and Management to deploy company-wide solutions
- Created customized Asset libraries for the clients to reduce duplication of creative effort
- Wrote documents to assist in troubleshooting, implementations and marketing for Clients
- Worked with the Sales team to Demo solutions and provide pre-sales support
- Provided insight and feature recommendation to the Product Marketing and Management team
- Developed customized plugins and Web Front End for the Portfolio Suite
CIO/CTO, Urban Box Office (UBO) New York, NY 2000-2004
- Responsible for the design and implementation of the information technology infrastructure
- Performed Product Management and Marketing enabling the raising of $3Mil in funding
- Travelled Internationally to perform investor and partner presentations and team management
- Drafted Patent documents for inhouse innovations effectively converting it into Intellectual Property
- Worked directly with Industry Leaders such as our board chairman, Nicholas Negroponte (MIT)
- Directed the development of a Content Management System which managed 17 websites
- Crucial in the restructuring of the Business, successfully exiting Bankruptcy Protection (DIP)
- Managed the liquidation of physical and software assets in order to satisfy creditors
- Oversaw Media and Content management systems responsible for video, sound and 3D editiing
- Maintained the relationships with our media production, mastering and fulfillment partners
- Lead Research and Development of new systems / devices used for Mobile Broadcasting
- Proved key in business development and marketing strategies through technology evangelism
Technology Support, MTV Networks >> Viacom New York, NY 1998-2000
- Provided over-the-phone and on-site IT customer support for 3,000+ end users
- Evaluated then standardized new hardware and software platforms for user groups
- Wrote internal technical documents to assist in troubleshooting, documentation and inventory
