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Senior Executive Hospitality,Entertainment & Sports Mgmt✦ Elevate operational Productivity and Profitability ✦Strategic Planning ✦Sales & Business Dev. ✦Change Management ✦ Organizational Culture ✦ Contract Management. at COO | Senior Vice President
Location: Labrador, Queensland, Australia 7 work roles 5 schools
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Senior Executive Hospitality,Entertainment & Sports Mgmt✦ Elevate operational Productivity and Profitability ✦Strategic Planning ✦Sales & Business Dev. ✦Change Management ✦ Organizational Culture ✦ Contract Management.
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Labrador, Queensland, Australia

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Chris Cochrane is listed as Senior Executive Hospitality,Entertainment & Sports Mgmt✦ Elevate operational Productivity and Profitability ✦Strategic Planning ✦Sales & Business Dev. ✦Change Management ✦ Organizational Culture ✦ Contract Management. at COO | Senior Vice President, based in Labrador, Queensland, Australia. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Chris Cochrane.

Chris Cochrane previously worked as Director of Operations Thrive Services Group at Coo | Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Focus One Consulting. Chris Cochrane holds Bachelor'S Degree, Business Hotel And Resort Management from College Of Central Australia.

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As a proven C-Suites Executive in the sports entertainment and Hospitality industry, I propel organizations to new heights through the relentless pursuit of operational excellence, strategic foresight, and transformative leadership. With a proven foundation in business administration and operational efficiencies and a track record that speaks to both innovation and results. I am actively seeking executive roles that want to grow their footprint and drive meaningful change.My career is punctuated by an entrepreneurial mindset, underscored by a commitment to building scalable processes and systems. I thrive in environments that demand strategic insight, innovation, and a collaborative spirit. My approach to operations is rooted in a blend of innovation and practical application. By integrating organic systems and automating key processes, I not only bolster efficiency but also set new industry benchmarks.I understand that the heart of a successful operation lies in its relationships. Leading by example, I foster a culture where teams are motivated, functional synergies are harnessed, and transparency is paramount. From this, I drive measurable improvements and outcomes in quality, efficiency, and innovation.Career Appointments :🔹General Manager Lancemore Group of Hotels. Yarra Valley Resort, Lindenderry,Milawa 🔹Regional GM All Seasons Hotels 🔹General Manager Brisbane Cricket Ground 🔹General Manager ANZ Stadium 🔹CEO KPST Stadium and Trust🔹Deputy CEO Aquis Operations - Horse Racing,Training and Breeding 🔹COO Fenwick Farm - Horse Racing and Hospitality Management 🔹General Manager Gold Coast Turf Club - Commonwealth Games and Major Projects 🔹Business transformation and strategy of major public entertainment and sports precincts. Negotiated and managed high level advocacy processes to enable capital funding works and upgrades of major multi site international sporting and entertainment precincts. $180M.🔹Highly experienced Hospitality Leader within Hotel & Resorts, Major Stadiums and Arenas.My leadership and organization development experience is expansive, and my skills are transferable to a broad range of industries. I am open to roles that offer strategic & operational responsibilities, whether in leadership or as an individual contributor. Remote opportunities are as welcome as on-site roles.

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COO | Senior Vice President
Coo | Senior Vice President
Senior Executive Hospitality,Entertainment & Sports Mgmt✦ Elevate operational Productivity and Profitability ✦Strategic Planning ✦Sales & Business Dev. ✦Change Management ✦ Organizational Culture ✦ Contract Management.
7 roles · 10 years

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Director Of Operations Thrive Services Group

Current
Coo | Senior Vice President

Scottsdale AZ

  • Thrive Services Group Phoenix Arizona CurrentDirector Operations – Food Services
  • Developed the strategy, overlay and project plan of this new start up business.
  • Coordinated & managed company wide dept’s to deliver infrastructure & operational capacity.
  • Planned & delivered transportation plan including routing & transport logistics for 160 locations.
  • Delivered fleet management transport and delivery program.
  • Developed new team recruitment policy and rollout of training for operational excellence.
Apr 2023 - Present

Chief Operating Officer

Focus One Consulting

Australia

  • CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER| FOCUS ONE CONSULTING | SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT 01/2018-12/2022.As a highly successful executive I have developed a strong network of industry relationships and professionals. This allowed me to.
  • Delivered within 12 months operational consistency through the recruiting of several key management positions including GM of Finance, GM Marketing & Communications, GM of Bloodstock and most importantly GM People and.
  • Owned by Billionaire Real Estate magnate Tony Fung out of Hong Kong.EXECUTIVE GENERAL MANAGER | LANCEMORE GROUP OF HOTELS Yarra Valley Golf Resort | Lindenderry Hotel | Macedon Ranges Conference Centre| Milawa.
  • Delivered the multi-million-dollar Refurbishment program for the group. CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | FENWICK FARM TRAINING AND RACING. SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – COMMONWEALTH GAMES, GOLD COAST AUSTRALIA. SENIOR VICE.
Oct 2018 - Dec 2022

Ceo Kardinia Park Stadium Trust

Victoria, Australia

  • Engaged to launch a start-up Stadium Trust for the Victorian Government to match a high star quality in line with the MCG, Melbourne Olympic Park, and MSAC at Kardinia Park (Simmonds Stadium) Geelong. Delivering to the.
  • Grew the organisation from 1 employee to 10 employees within the first 4 months of operation.
  • Delivered stadium-wide wi-fi capabilities for catering transactions and fan engagement increasing food & beverage turnover per event by 16 %.
  • Delivered a comprehensive Business plan and Strategy Model within the first 6 months.
  • Major stakeholder and member of Project Control Group Delivering the stage 4, $90m stand for Kardinia Park Stadium Trust.
  • Successfully advocated for $10m of funding from the Victorian Government for the final stage 5 stand scope of works. Negotiated and presented new ticketing revenue contracts for the venue of $400k per annum.
2016 - 2017 ~1 yr

Chief Executive Officer

Curves Australia - Women First Pty Ltd

Southeast Queensland

Franchising Curves Australia. 2009-2011.Women First Pty Ltd# 1 USA Based Membership Franchise world wide - Women Only.Large network stakeholder based business (Internal /External). Large scale Sales and Marketing responsibilities. Product and services training. Financial, Commercial & operational Management.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2015

President

The Brisbane Cricket Ground - Stadiums Queensland

Brisbane, Australia

  • Charged with delivering major public and corporate events, sponsorship opportunities and negotiating commercial agreements. Delivered this through effective management of operational budgets, relationship development.
  • Delivered final stage of major stadium redevelopment program on time and on a budget ($72M).
  • Facilitated multimillion-dollar revenue growth after leading upgrades/refurbishments of the stadiums, catering outlets, patron facilities, and member amenities. Efforts enabled per-head price increases in member fees.
  • Grew Stadium food and beverage turnover from $9m - $12m per annum to $25m-$30m over three years.
  • Concentrated efforts in strategic opex and capex planning and delivery.Grew M.I.C.E space significantly.
  • Negotiated and signed profitable sponsorship deals for back-of-house and front-of-house (e.g., pourage 8< naming rights). Secured sponsorships with leading corporate badges.
Jan 2000 - Dec 2008

General Manager Stadia

Brisbane, Australia

General Manager Major Venues Brisbane.Sports, Leisure & tourism, Major Events, Commercial Mgmt, sponsorship procurement & Asset Management- ANZ Stadium,Queensland Sport & Athletics Centre-River Stage. 15000 capacity ampitheatre. Festivals, Concerts.-Sleeman Sports Centre. Velodrome, Gymnastics, Theatre, Netball/Basketball, Major events.- Hibiscus Sports.

Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

Regional General Manager

All Seasons Resorts And Hotels

Darwin, Australia

Regional General Manager All Seasons Hotels & Resorts. 1998-2000Hotel and Resort Mgmt. Large Asset Management remote areas, Stakeholder Mgmt – indigenous,Local, Wholesale and retail. Strong corporate network responsibilities

Jan 1999 - Dec 2000
5 education records

Chris Cochrane education

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Hotel And Resort Management

College Of Central Australia

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Hotel And Resort Management

College Of Central Australia

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Community College Of Central Australia

Business & Hotel Management

School Of Tourism & Hospitality N.T

Scrum Master - Agile Project Management

Six Sigma Management Institute
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Chris Cochrane works for COO | Senior Vice President.

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Chris Cochrane is listed as Senior Executive Hospitality,Entertainment & Sports Mgmt✦ Elevate operational Productivity and Profitability ✦Strategic Planning ✦Sales & Business Dev. ✦Change Management ✦ Organizational Culture ✦ Contract Management. at COO | Senior Vice President.

Where is Chris Cochrane based?

Chris Cochrane is based in Labrador, Queensland, Australia while working with COO | Senior Vice President.

What companies has Chris Cochrane worked for?

Chris Cochrane has worked for Coo | Senior Vice President, Focus One Consulting, Kardinia Park Stadium Trust, Curves Australia - Women First Pty Ltd, and The Brisbane Cricket Ground - Stadiums Queensland.

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Chris Cochrane holds Bachelor'S Degree, Business Hotel And Resort Management from College Of Central Australia.

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