Andrew Ebert Email & Phone Number

United States

United States

Tower, Minnesota, United States

• Direct over 600+ staff across the casino, hotel, golf, marina, convenience stores, cannabis, franchises, retail, real estate & government contracting.• Develop and implement organizational policies and objectives aligned with BFDC goals, ensuring consistency and performance across all divisions.• Direct short and long-term strategic planning, analyzing internal and external factors to drive operational improvements and enhance profitability.• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Tribal laws, including gaming regulations, employment laws, and financial reporting requirements.• Lead financial performance evaluation and provide regular reports on stability, liquidity, and growth, monitoring progress against key objectives.• Evaluate financial feasibility for new ventures and capital improvements, optimizing ROI and increasing company net worth.• Identify and capitalize on strategic opportunities; develop pioneering initiatives for review and approval by regulatory bodies.• Manage and oversee P&L, budgeting, financial reporting, and business activity analysis, ensuring accuracy and transparency.• Lead the hiring and contracting processes for consultants and contractors in alignment with procurement policies.• Evaluate executive management performance, conducting regular performance reviews and providing strategic leadership guidance.• Introduce comprehensive public relations and guest services strategies to enhance company reputation and community relations.

Lincoln, Nebraska Metropolitan Area

• Lead the PEDCO Native APEX Accelerator, overseeing operations for the Midwest states & fostering indigenous relationships across the CONUS.• Direct implementation of critical assistance programs for new & existing businesses, enhancing the Department of Defense industrial base through a focus on advanced manufacturing and applied research.• Crafted a strategic plan for the Tribe's economic development in collaboration with the Executive Team, Board of Directors, and Tribal Council; revamped & operationalized the business plan, financial model, organizational structure, and considering legal, operational, and facility aspects.• Manage company operations, establishing key business, economic & community development practices; present monthly reports to the PEDCO Board and quarterly reports to the Tribal Council.• Modernize & restore the nation's industrial commons, aligning business capabilities with current & future needs of the Department of Defense.• Drive expansion of PEDCO's presence within federal government & private industry to drive collaboration, regional growth & innovation.• Establish collaborative partnerships with private & public businesses, federal & state agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and more.• Manage and oversee state & federal grant programs, ensuring seamless utilization and compliance.• Lead public relations (PR) and marketing efforts to communicate and promote PEDCO's initiatives and impact.

Homeland Security with QualX, IT Property Management Analyst (2023)• Oversaw management of government IT property; contributed to development of processes, focusing on process control & measurement for key business units. • Widelity, Compliance & Regulatory Consultant (2021 – 2022)• Collaborated closely with client data to secure reimbursement from the FCC for security-sensitive equipment and processes.• Excel Development Group, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Developer (2020 – 2021)• Evaluated project feasibility through analysis, including cost assessments, market research, finance availability, physical inspections, contract negotiations, environmental assessments, and compliance considerations; developed financial models, capitalization plans, and operating budgets.• Established relationships with strategic partners, including funding agencies, non-profit organizations, communities, and financial institutions.• Dynamhex, Contract Consultant (2020)• Led Sprint Scrums to refine product management techniques for the Kansas City Metro area, the state of Alaska, and key territories within the US.• Mid-America Regional Council, Program Analyst (2017)• Conducted program evaluation, analysis & compliance assessments for the "Planning Sustainable Places" initiative in the Kansas City Metro area; evaluated economic impact of projects, comparing them to similar initiatives nationwide.• Missouri Housing Development Commission, Intern to Tax Credit Administrator & Legislative Coordinator (2016 – 2017)• Collaborated with Executive staff from various agencies, including DED (Department of Economic Development), DSS (Department of Social Services), DHSS (Department of Health and Senior Services), Senators, House of Representative members, state boards, and national staff members of HUD (Housing and Urban Development) and the IRS (Internal Revenue Service).

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

• Served as a trusted strategic advisor; conducted in-depth research, analysis & marketing of organizational structures to optimize business practices.• Instrumental in achieving $250m+ in quarterly profits for an external stakeholder's portfolio by delivering comprehensive financial, marketing, and pro forma strategies for commercial real estate sales tactics.• Founded a successful workout device startup with cross-functional physical therapy applications, holding majority ownership.• Shared ownership in an entertainment retail business.• Provided branding & advocacy expertise for several nonprofits, including the International Relations Council, Guadalupe Centers, Global Secular Humanist Movement, and Medical Missions Foundation.• Led all production aspects of commercials, feature-length films, short films, and music videos for private companies over 6 years.• Creator of GripSanity and Set the Tone, an inspirational brand encouraging individuals to be their best selves.

Kansas City Metropolitan Area

• Played an integral role in positioning the company for increased sales by maximizing consumer awareness across local, national, and international markets, leveraging various media platforms to improve brand visibility & engagement.• Enhanced online presence by leading a website redesign, improving user functionality, implementing upgrades, and targeting key customer groups.• Developed and executed innovative multi-media campaigns to maximize exposure for new branding and logo identity.• Assumed the role of software & product manager, leading internal meetings to leverage user and client feedback for continuous improvement.

Master’S Degree, Public Administration

Activities and Societies: Leadership and Management Enterprise Architecture Strategic Change Management Asset Management Financial.

Bachelor'S Degree, Film And Media Arts; Journalism And Mass Communication

Activities and Societies: Media communications (Digital, Film, TV, Radio, Paper) Marketing research and development Advertising Public.