I am the CEO of an internationally-operated modeling and talent expo and competition. I recruit agents, clients, and scouts for auditions throughout the U.S. and Canada. I also produce our annual convention, manage logistics, direct complex schedule, and generate marketing for the event. In my role, I develop and maintain relationships with regional scouts, photographers, artistic directors, videographers, and audio/visual technicians. I have been a speaker at various annual conventions. I create and implement marketing strategy, including participation in promotional events and trade shows. Additionally, I manage human resources and staff performance, including hiring, training, and evaluations.My key accomplishments are:● Expanding a local event to an international expo with auditions throughout the U.S. and Canada.● Increasing annual sales by +35% each year.● Maximizing net profits and increasing revenue by streamlining processes.● Building and growing network of independent contractors, resulting in business relationships with +1,000 independent contractors.● Managing up to five regional talent auditions each month.● Traveling internationally to conduct business with clients.● Monitoring and evaluating effectiveness of email campaigns, online advertising, and direct mail.● Securing contracts with hotels, celebrities, photographers, guest speakers, and vendors.

Executive leader of full-service modeling and talent agency for print, television, and film following a career as an international model. As President, I develop and manage relationships with hundreds of clients and agents. I also establish and maintain communications as business liaison with internationally-recognized accounts.Some highlighted accomplishments include:● Demonstrating repeatable success in growing business to increase revenue and profits.● Negotiating contracts on behalf of clients with well-known national organizations.● Maintaining active relationships with +300 models and talent.● Acquiring hundreds of major accounts including SAKS Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Marriott, Apple, Toyota, Bank of America, Ford, Citgo, Lands' End, WWF, University of Phoenix, VacationMyrtle Beach.com, Lowcountry Parent, GulfStream Communications, Kiawah Island Resorts, Wild Dunes Resorts, Tanger Outlets, and Victoza Pharmaceuticals.● Discover, develop, and placing new talent with prestigious agencies and companies globally.

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