Blake Hess Email & Phone Number

Austin, Tx, Us

Del Mar, California, United States

Beach Street Development & Operations (Beach Street Surf) is pioneering a new segment – barefoot lifestyle destinations and resorts anchored by man-made surfing lagoons. These surf lagoons provide ocean-like waves and a surfing experience that often rivals the ocean. Creating an entirely new asset class requires experience, vision and authenticity. Our active projects include DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, California, HTX Surf in Houston, Texas and we have also been part of the development team and will also be operating the surf destination within the Atlantic Park project in Virginia Beach, VA. We have several additional projects we are actively working on developing both here in the United States and international locations which have not yet been publicly announced.The Beach Street Development & Operations team has over 90 years of combined experience in surf technology, real estate development, investments, private equity, project finance, construction / project management, hospitality and surf destination operations. We are uniquely qualified to lead efforts to develop, fund and operate projects of this scale and we have hands-on experience designing, funding, building and operating similar projects in surf, hospitality and other industry sectors.

Palm Desert, California, United States

Beach Street is the developer and operator for DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, CA.

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Beach Street is the surf lagoon operator for Atlantic Park in Virginia Beach, VA.

Houston, Texas, United States

Beach Street is the founder, developer and operator of HTX Surf in Houston, TX.

Austin & Lemoore

The Surf Ranch General Manager is the site wide management representation at Surf Ranch. The General Manager provides leadership and direction to ensure overall guest satisfaction and financial success of the location. The GM is responsible for short and long-term planning, strategic direction and successful operation of the Surf Ranch and related areas. As Surf Ranch GM I am responsible for understanding of the Wave System, Water Safety, Hospitality, Maintenance and Administration functions.• Guest Experience: Delivering a memorable, high-quality guest experience. • Networking: Maintain positive relationships with the local communities, business, vendors and guests.• Employees: Manages all areas of Surf Ranch in order to attract retain and motivate employees; hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance reviews, resolve problems, provide open communications, as appropriate. Provide leadership and direction to people leaders.• Compliance: Administers and ensures enforcement of all Surf Ranch and WSL rules, regulations, processes and policies• Operations: Responsible for providing overall leadership and direction for the Surf Ranch.• Covid Protocol: Create, Implement and oversee all guest and staff covid protocol.

Austin, Texas

As General Manager, I am responsible for all aspects of operations at the park, from day-to-day staff management to guests. Manages NLand’s executive team and overall park values to deliver an excellent guest experience. Directs and coordinates all Department Heads/Directors: Marketing, Operations, Food & Beverage, Facilities, Guest Services, HR & Accounting.• In 2018 led NLand to record the company's largest total revenue, while simultaneously cutting labor by over 10%.• 2017 Austin Chamber Facebook Innovation Award WinnerRESPONSIBILITIES:- Ensure all decisions are made in the best interest of the park and owner. Developing improvement actions and carry out costs savings.- Deliver park budget goals as well as setting other short and long term strategic goals for the property. Manage on-going profitability of the park, ensuring revenue and guest satisfaction targets are met and exceeded. - Hold regular briefings and meetings with all head of departments. Oversee the operations functions of the park, as per the organizational chart. Ensure full compliance to park operating controls, SOP’s, policies, procedures and service standards. Provide effective leadership to park team members.- Helping in the procurement of operating supplies and equipment, and contracting with third-party vendors for essential equipments and services.- Monitors the performance of the park through verification and analysis of guest satisfaction systems and financial reports. Initiates corrective action. - Ensures good safety practices of employees and guests, assisting in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures. Maintains a valid Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification. - Maintains an appropriate level of community public affairs involvement.

Austin, Texas

NLand is a surf destination and brewery in southeast Austin, just five miles from the airport. NLand’s 14-acre surf lagoon is the largest of its kind in the world, producing waves for surfers of all levels, from beginners to pros.. A 1,000 foot pier spans the lagoon and provides access to a sand beach at the north end of the lagoon. NLand Brewing Company overlooks the lagoon, offering craft beer brewed on site and a farm-fresh menu featuring locally sourced ingredients. NLand offers surf sessions, one-on-one or group lessons, kids camps, yoga, live music, and group events. Find out more at NLandSurfPark.com.

New Braunfels, Texas

Responsibilities included managing staff, preparing & running major events, marketing, sponsor/partner relations, employee training, college course instructor, site improvements and more.• 2016 Water Sports Industry Association - WSIA Wake Park of the Year (TSR)• 2015 Water Sports Industry Association - WSIA Larry Meddock Leadership Award (Blake Hess) • 2006 Water Sports Industry Association - WSIA Retailer of the Year (Boardshop)• 2004 Water Sports Industry Association - WSIA Boat Dealership of the Year (Wakezone)Created and organized TSR Cablestock, an annual Wake & Music Festival for 15 consecutive years. Cablestock combined International Wakeboard competition with Live Music. Annual events have brought in over 10,000 spectators with music acts such as: Action Bronson, RiFF RaFF, Slim Thug, Curren$y, Mickey Avalon, Schwayze, Bun B, Andy Milonakis, Driicky Grahm, Dirt Nasty, & more.

Orlando, Florida Area

Chief Judge and Tournament Director for Cable Wakepark events around the world. Thailand, Abu Dhabi, Philippines, Mexico, United States and more.

6700 Ih 35 North New Braunfels, Tx 78130

Spring Loaded Trampoline Park is a 16,600 square foot facility with indoor trampolines. Open to the public for open jump sessions and birthday parties every day. Spring Loaded is quickly became one of Texas' most fun attractions! Spring Loaded was a family business where you would often find any or all of my family members working together.

San Marcos, Texas

Instructor of wakeboarding to students at Texas State University for over 10 years. Up to 500 students enrolled each year in two semesters. As a faculty member I also mentored the Texas State Wake team.

Yearly over 1100 Wakeboarders compete at 25 different parks nationally to qualify for the National Points Championship. The Championship is the largest wakeboard competition in the world. This event brings qualified riders of all levels together for one of the most memorable events in all of wakeboarding.

San Antonio, Texas

Professional waterskier and manager for waterski and stunt shows around the world. The last 16 years of my skiing career was at Sea World in San Antonio, ran by Bonnier/World Entertainment. Prior to that I traveled around the world: Germany, Australia, Ireland, California, Wisconsin, Indiana, Florida and California.

US Distribution and Consulting for Rixen Cable Wakeboard and Waterski systems

Responsibilities include coming up with creative vision for campaigns for customers such as HEB Grocery, San Antonio Zoo, The Blue Angels, Burger King, Grapevine CVB, Fredericksburg CVB, Dallas Market Center.