Brian Wright, Mba, Cvp Email & Phone Number

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

-Responsible for maintaining “cutting-edge” at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.-Manage $5.8 million annual Capital Project budget, from planning to RFP to execution; reporting back to AMBSE Executive Leadership Team, Georgia World Congress Center Authority, and the State of Georgia.-In first eight months, managed brand-new Team Store buildout which resulted in 200% increase in revenue and first of its kind Girls Flag Football Wall build from concept to completion, on schedule, and under-budget.-Initialized Project Management tool to improve collaboration, documentation, and approval flow of projects.-Developing internal Project Management department.-Lead the MBS Green Team, overseeing sustainability initiatives, associate and fan engagement, and operational projects.-Worked for event management firm Populous during Super Bowl LI in Houston, TX.-Recognized in inaugural “Emerging Leaders” class for the Blank Family of Businesses in June 2018.-Hosted world-class events, including: 2018 College Football Championship, 2018 MLS Cup, and Super Bowl LIII.

Greater Atlanta Area

-Oversaw day-to-day facility maintenance, repairs, and projects for the building, managing 10 full-time associates.-Implemented “proactive” maintenance program focused on systematic upkeep of the building.-Started and manage Stadium Operations Internship program; which has resulted in 5 full-time promotions.-Oversaw annual budgeting for service agreements and maintenance and repair projects totaling over $800,000.00.-Found 10% budget savings in the first six months through efficiencies and bidding out services.-Primary liaison with property insurance provider, FM Global. -Serve as a Manager-on-Duty for Stadium Operations on event days.

Greater Atlanta Area

-Responsible for implementation and upkeep of comprehensive CMMS system, including all work order management.-Built digital inventory and preventive maintenance programs for over 4,000 building assets.-Developed a mobile-based event day inspection module to confirm building readiness for events.-Oversaw life safety and developed workplace safety training program: “Rise Up Work Safe.”-Directly managed Inventory Specialist, Purchasing Asst., and Operations Coordinator-Project Manager for over $2 million in FF&E prior to opening from RFP to procurement.-Commissioned building from construction through Punchlist, Turnover Training, Attic Stock and Warranty-Primary Operations representative in the Stadium Command Center for all Major Events.

Chattanooga, Tennessee Area

-Oversaw facility operations and annual building expense budgeting of Finley Stadium and the First Tennessee Pavilion – directly managing in-house Operations and Guest Services staff and facility services contractors. -In 2015, started a comprehensive sustainability initiative “Pass it Forward,” resulting in a 25% decrease in energy usage and 32% recycling diversion rate in the first year. -Saved $35,000 annually in cleaning services by building an in-house cleaning staff.-Oversaw installation and field paint conversions of $500,000 Astroturf field. -Primary Event Manager for all full-stadium events at Finley Stadium, as well as managed field-use calendar.-Built an in-house Guest Services staff, increasing revenue and client/ fan satisfaction.-Lead Event Manager for sold-out US Women vs. Costa Rica match in August 2015 (first sellout in 8 years).

Chattanooga, Tennessee Area

Chattanooga, Tennessee Area

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Area

Chattanooga, Tn

Master'S Of Business Administration, 3.8 Gpa

Bachelor Of Science, Sport Administration; Business Administration, Minor, 3.64

Graduated Cum Laude in three and a half years.