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Management Consulting Firm providing the best service and solutions to help clients with their tax incentive needs. Specializing in Tax Credits | WOTC | Hurricane Retention Credits | Empowerment Zones | Federal Credits | State Credits | Hurricane Credits | Wildfire Credits | R&D | Disaster Relief Credits | Tax Incentives | Hiring Incentives | Research and Development | Training Incentives | Training Grants | Negotiated Incentives | Work Opportunity Tax Credit | CARES Act | FFCRA | Employee Retention Credit

Charleston, South Carolina

South Carolina Governor's Cup Billfishing Series TournamentsCarolina Billfish Classic 2010-2021Charleston Harbor Billfish Tournament 1998-2009Bohicket Marina Billfish Tournament 2005-2011Edisto Governors Cup Billfish Tournament 2005-2011South Carolina In-Water Boat Show 2005-2007

South Carolina

Established strategic partnerships with community leaders, elected officials, educators, and local and state allies by representing the organization at regional and community events.Focused on developing and cultivating relationships through communications, events, and outreach.Liaison between Board of Directors, committees, partners, and SCMA. Worked with Board of Directors to establish action plans, timelines, and strategies. Prioritized interactions with individual board members to build relationships, gain support, and gather feedback.Leveraged personal contacts and relationships to identify potential partners.Managed multiple projects simultaneously including program development, website design, re-branding, membership, sponsorships, events, and community relations.Functioned as regional public relations director, industry representative and legislative conduit for issue escalation to the state level. Connected manufacturing and technology companies with students through SC Future Makers initiative and other key players in workforce development.Organized workforce forums with ultimate goal of creating pipeline to aid local companies in recruiting skilled associates.

Charleston, Sc

Planned, oversaw and managed $2M+ budget and two offices, representing six boat lines Developed forecasts, monitored expenses and established timelines. Managed sales, operations, accounting, human resources, benefits, and contract negotiations.Established organizational policies, paperwork systems, and technology systems.Cultivated commitment and teamwork through accountability and rewarding team accomplishments.Demonstrated an ability to manage conflict and facilitate problem-solving and collaboration among various parties.Represented company at events throughout the Southeast. Responsible for all marketing efforts including boat shows, special events, website design, and social media. Utilized media and social media to enhance company's image.

Charleston, South Carolina

Marine finance program sales for $30K-$5M yacht purchasesDeveloped and managed relationships with over 50 brokers in the Carolinas and GeorgiaNegotiated final agreement terms with brokers and buyers to ensure repeat business through development of long-term relationships

Charleston, South Carolina

Atlanta, Georgia

Directed division for over 15 tradeshows per year (Atlanta), plus Surf Expo (Orlando), Light Fair International (New York), Great Outdoors Expo (Boston), and the California Gift Show (Los Angeles) including staffing, training, hardware setup, negotiating and managing vendor contracts for signage, security, medical, lodging, and transportation sourcesManaged $1.5 million departmental budget including forecasts, variances, and invoice approvalDelivered corporate presentations and workshops for 100+ employeesDeveloped registration and database management programs for tradeshows