Adham Elsharkawi Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Created an independent production company that curates live shows, seminars and community spaces throughout Brooklyn, New York. Fostered a network of over 1000 Middle Eastern artists, creators, and young professionals living in the diaspora & beyond.- Organize events which generate up to 500 ticket sales monthly- Oversee event budgets and logistics for 8-10 events simultaneously- Manage teams of up to 15 PA's, coordinators and volunteers- Coordinate event staffing and outsource external vendors including venue, catering, security, AV, transportation needs and more- Book diverse entertainment including dancers, singers, speakers, performers & DJs- Built and earned media strategy that secured placement in The New York Times, BuzzFeed, NowThisNews, amongst other international publications. Implemented additional strategies which organically grew digital following to over 10K- Secure partnerships, event sponsors and organize national tours around the United States to reach wider audiences - Designed merchandise line and developed a marketing strategy to increase profits and further enhance brand identity - Utilize creative vision to build sets, concepts, props, and photoshoots- Lead fundraising efforts and raised over $5,000 for an immigration firm which aids asylum seekers in the United States (June 2019)

Manhattan, New York, United States