Bart Stevens Email & Phone Number

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Estate Collection ManagementWorking with individuals and families to help manage racing and motorsports collections they have inherited or acquired over the years.• Organize collections to get a better understanding of the size, importance, and value of the collection.• Document and catalog the stories, history and information about the objects so their provenance can be fully appreciated.• Appraise items as needed for resell, consideration for auction, or for Date of Death Value.• Sell and broker collections for maximum returns by connecting buyers and sellers.Motorsports Event PlanningResearch, develop, and implement programs, events, and fundraisers that drive the mission, while events entertain and pique the interest of customers, applying best practices.• Plan and implement a traveling exhibition event honoring motorsports dignitaries.• Research and produce engaging presentations and programs on varied topics.• Design and deliver presentations on historical content with an emphasis on oral history.• Coordinate and facilitate high-profile guest speakers and the display of memorabilia.• Delegate responsibilities to a staff of 15-20 in the areas of speakers, catering, auction, stage manager, emcee, memorabilia display, and retail sales.• Design and create collateral, booklets, and newsletters that entertain and inform.• Research and catalog precious collectible objects for private owners and museums.• Develop an online database to manage appraisals and track collectible objects on loan.Clients & Dignitaries: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, City of Irving, Heritage Auctions, Autism Society of America, A.J. Foyt, Mike Curb, Johnny Rutherford, Al Unser, Mario Andretti, Bobby Unser, Tony Stewart, Jim Hall, George Follmer, Christopher Bell, Donald Davidson, Raymond Beatle, Cary Agajanian, MacArthur Boulevard Church, Chili Bowl Nationals, Racers for Autism, Children's Medical Center Dallas, Irving Citizen’s Fire Academy, and Texas Motor Speedway.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture is a highly recognized historic cultural facility in the most heavily visited tourist destination in the DFW Metroplex.• Acting Executive Director• Coordinate, manage, and monitor the workings of various departments in the museum.• Review financial statements and data and utilize financial data to improve efficiency. • Manage vendor relations, prepare and control operational budgets, and control inventory. • Direct fundraising efforts, monitor government regulations, and guide public policy.• Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals.• Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output. • Establish work schedules, supervise staff, and monitor/evaluate the performance between the Guest Services, Education, and Events departments in partnership with the ED.• Liaise with Board and ED and assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activity.• Implement and manage operational plans.• Identify the resources necessary to achieve the organization's goals through donors and fundraising activities.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

• Responsible for over $30 million in solution sales in the management of digital assets for the Media and Entertainment industry.• Designed and developed audio/video systems to enhance customer environments.• Successfully expanded sales and services to surrounding states.• Maximized sales and met quotas in the short and long term.• Maintained excellent relationships with all clients in the executive's portfolio.• Trained and mentored staff on professional project management policies and procedures.• Integrated technology and interactives into the mission and vision of customers.• Developed, nurtured, and maintained positive client relationships through excellent service.• Approached potential clients through new leads, cold calls, existing relationships, and promotional events.• Honed and delivered a skilled sales pitch and executed customer-facing presentations to potential clients to secure a sale.Key Accounts: Texas Instruments, National Videogame Museum, Southwest Airlines, Gateway Church, Dallas Stars, Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, Reel FX, Little Rock Zoo, Children’s Medical Center, Dallas County Community College District, JC Penney, The Richards Group, PCS Productions, London Broadcasting, and Kenneth Copeland Ministries.

• Staff and freelance professional audio engineer.• National television programs and commercial audio engineer.• Managed and facilitated high-profile artists' requirements for creative environments.• Executed complex technical design and wiring of equipment and recording studios.• Designed, built, and installed engaging visitor experiences at Michael Jackson’s home - Neverland Valley Ranch.• Participated in the technical process of recording many award-winning music projects, commercials, and motion pictures.Projects included: Michael Jackson, Neverland Valley Ranch, Joe Satriani, Boz Scaggs, Joe Sample, Spinal Tap, Yellow Jackets, Kenny Loggins, KISS, Jellyfish, The Simpsons, Russ Taff, Randy Newman, Roundhouse, Married with Children, Barney and Wishbone.