Chad Biesman Email & Phone Number

Seattle, WA, US

Seattle, WA, US

Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, Washington

The 5th Avenue Theatre is one of the nation's premier incubators for new musical theater. Since 2001, The 5th has premiered 16 new works, nine of which have subsequently opened on Broadway. They include Disney’s Aladdin; First Date; A Christmas Story, The Musical; Scandalous; Shrek; Catch Me If You Can; The Wedding Singer; and Best Musical Tony.

Bellevue, WA

Bellevue, WA

Hartman Group is a consumer culture consultancy that helps clients across a diversity of industries from consumer packaged goods to retail to technology and other businesses that comprise the consumer marketplace. Powered by primary qualitative, quantitative and trends research we know how consumers live, shop and use brands, products and services within.

Bellevue, WA

Although my career has included a great deal of Marketing, Advertising, and Promotions in my job responsibilities, it is recently that I made the decision to go back to school and get more formal education and a degree in Marketing Management. I am excited to use all of the updated information I have learned in my next career in Marketing!

Washington State Chapter

Director in charge of Community Outreach and Promotions for the MPI Washington State Chapter.

• Developed and maintained relationships with the Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau (SCVB), clients, industry partners, and facilities
• Cold called and procured new business, as well as encouraged repeat business with existing clients
• Wrote proposals and negotiated contracts; entry into schedule and CRM database
• Concept and design of advertisements and marketing campaigns
• Participated in various industry events, association meetings, sales trips

Seattle, WA

Worked as Show Director on the It's About Life Gay Expo. When the decision was made to disolve the company and discontinue the event, I was hired by the Parent Company, Triumph Expo & Events Inc, as a National Sales Manager.

Seattle, WA

• Responsible for sales of all exhibition booths and sponsorship
• Management of three day Exposition with a total of 250 booths
• Production and execution of large trade show & exhibition, including entertainment, décor, and coordination with Washington State Convention Center staff, Audio Visual, Electrical, and other vendors
• Wrote and produced show event guide; procured sponsors and advertisements

• High-end Sales on site at The Cosmopolitan tower, Seattle’s leading residential high-rise community
• Successfully closed 235 of the 250 homes, in less than three months
• Cultivated high level of enthusiasm with buyers and potential buyers of high-end Penthouse homes
• Maintained a strong working relationship with the Development Team, advising them of current market status, advertising needs, and changes in contracts, scheduling and closing dates
• Dealt directly with lenders, title and escrow to ensure closings occurred in a timely and professional manner

• Managed the planning and execution of one of Seattle’s largest fundraising events, The JDRF Dream Gala
• Provided guidance and worked closely with chapter executive director and volunteer leadership to develop and implement plans for sponsorships, underwriting, marketing and event production
• Raised a record $4.4 million in March 2004 (goal $1.6 million) and $4.2 million in March 2005 (goal $1.8 million)
• Responsible for all auction procurement (items ranging from $100 to $70,000)
• Managed and coordinated volunteer committees and vendors; worked closely with the Auction Founders, Sherry and Larry Benaroya
• Managed production of set-up, décor and entertainment (Jay Leno)

• Managed filming and production of videos to be used as PSA’s (public service announcements), sales tools, and for marketing for diabetes awareness campaigns
• Managed the editing process of video production with editors and music composers at Sony Music Studios
• Cultivated strong relationships with high profile celebrities, CEOs, well-known sports figures and political VIPs, assisting JDRF in advocating more funds for a cure for diabetes
• Maintained a database, tracking all celebrity and VIP involvement with JDRF
• Managed all photo shoots for prints ads, public service announcements and marketing pieces

Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York

Since William B. May's inception, quality has been the focus of their elite staff of expert brokers and associates. Representing penthouses, lofts, condos, coops and everything in between, William B. May’s brokerage has been at the forefront of New York’s residential Real Estate industry for over a century. As a Licensed Real Estate Agent, I represented.

• Worked directly with Senior Publicist on writing and distributing press releases
• Coordinated Publicist’s schedule
• Managed planning and supervision of film premieres; dealt with all celebrities at events
• Heavy phones and General Office Duties

• Responsible for planning, implementation, and management of passenger programs
• Supervised and trained all Cruise Staff and managed entire Social Activities Program
• Emceed large group activities (shows, game-shows, sports activities, parties and themed events)
• Gave ship tours for media and inaugural events
• Facilitated efficient disembarkation/embarkation process, and delivered all ship-wide announcements
• Socialized with, and was highly visible to over 1,200 guests per cruise, ensuring guests had a great vacation experience with Holland America Cruise Line

• Assisted with planning and managing employee programs and special events
• Coordinated and participated in The Walt Disney “Volunt-EARS” program, helping various charities
• Planned and coordinated the Disney Family Picnic, Family Christmas Party and other events

• Appeared as featured performer and publicity representative at various Disney special events, shows, film shoots, celebrity promotions, and tours
• Auditioned, orientated, and trained new cast members
• Wrote and directed Character Department Awards Show and Ceremony

Associates Degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Associates Degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General