Eric Sichau Email & Phone Number

Roanoke, Va, Us

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

In addition to the tasks and initiatives outlined below under "Director of Membership Services":-Expand and grow membership engagement & retention through video showcase pieces: Membership Monday & Chamber Chat. *see links below for examples*-Oversee the project management of the Total Resource Campaign (TRC). The TRC is a dynamic business development campaign utilizing volunteers as the relationship builders and catalysts.-2020 was the Inaugural TRC for the Roanoke Regional Chamber. This was through the direction & guidance of Jason E. Ebey, IOM with YGM Total Resource Campaigns.-The TRC consists of the following volunteer tree - One Chair, Vice Chairs, Team Captains, and volunteers each under each Team Captain. In total - approx. 50-75 folks help execute the TRC.-I am the Campaign Manager/Chamber Liaison and responsible for the engagement and execution of the entire campaign. We did weekly 'Rally Sessions' to share successes, and talk about areas of improvement and opportunity. Multiple calls, e-mails, videos, etc. were done to drive the reach and countless opportunities to the region and membership.-The TRC is a Win-Win-Win. It's a win for the Chamber, the volunteers, and the business community. -For the 2020 TRC (Sponsorships for the 2021 Calendar Year) - it was an overwhelming success. In total - over 8 weeks - the total revenue exceeded just over $228,000. This was over a 100% increase from sponsorships in 2019 & 2020. We had 19 new members join, and over 120 different companies purchased an opportunity in the TRC.-For 2021 - the Target Goal was $230,000. That was exceeded by $20,435 as the final raised total was $250,435. -There was 11 new members who joined the Chamber, 129 different members purchased an opportunity, and there were 274 unique sales as a part of the 7 week TRC.-4 events/programs completely sold out in all sponsorships.

Roanoke, Virginia Area

-The Chamber is located in beautiful downtown Roanoke, VA - but we serve the broad region of Virginia's Blue Ridge which includes: Botetourt County, Roanoke County, Salem, Vinton, Roanoke City, Cave Spring, parts of Bedford County, parts of Franklin County, and more.-Oversee the organization, communication, growth, & engagement of the 800 + members of the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce. From small business to large businesses, retail to trade, to services and more - we have a robust & diverse membership all focused on the betterment of Virginia's Blue Ridge.-Cultivate relationships in the region to further grow membership.-Work closely with the Executive Committee & Board of Directors on the 'why' of the Chamber: "We strive to improve the community and economy by maximizing the business climate of the current generation for future generations." "We do this by promoting, stimulating, & improving business."-Manage & lead full time Communications Manager.-Manage & lead part time Manager of Events & Programs.-Manage & lead 'Ambassadors" program. Chamber Ambassadors are employees through our members that volunteer their time to assist the Chamber with connecting with members. They update member information, share upcoming news & updates within the Chamber's program of work, and assist in requesting from members how we can help them.-Responsible for assisting in the execution of our entire program of work. Aspects include: Annual Meeting, Chamber Cup (Golf Tournament), Small Business Awards, Leadership Roanoke Valley, Women of the Chamber, State of t he City, State of the County, Legislative Wrap-up, Capitol Reception, Workforce focused Summits, Thursday Overtime (evening networking events), Coffee & Contacts (morning networking event), and other events as they are planned throughout the year.-Assist Communications Manager in marketing and branding initiatives to further share the stories of the membership & the value of the Chamber.

Salisbury, Md, United States

• Create & execute yearly paid Marketing budget of $70,000.o Includes aggressive blend of Digital, Web, Social Media, E-Mail, Traditional (Radio & TV), & Grassroots objectives.• Oversee & execute creation of approximately $120,000 dynamic promotional schedule.o Includes blend of premium giveaways, fireworks, and theme nights designed to drive online ticket sales, and share the story of excitement with Shorebirds fans. • Oversee & execute approximately an additional $28,000 of miscellaneous marketing budget funds dedicated to assisting with above two pieces. • Lead and develop three full time employees.o Communication Services Coordinator (started November 2016)o Community Relations Manager (started January 2017)o Director of Broadcasting (seasonal – March to September)• Oversee and direct all aspects of press releases, website updates, community relations, media requests, growth of social media, and other facets of the organization for clear, consistent, and engaging messaging. • Create and develop lasting relationships in the local communities to establish and execute valued corporate partners of the organization through sponsorship opportunities. • Responsible for selling sponsorship, group, and ticket (FSE) packages.• Adobe creative suite proficient and knowledgeable. (InDesign, Photoshop, & Illustrator)

• 2016 Seasono Exceeded sponsorship target by $34,000. (175.82%)o Exceeded groups target (113.21%)o Exceeded FSE target (109.63%)• Oversee approximately 25-30 game day seasonal employees.o “Flock” Entertainment crewo Press Box & Production crew This includes Official Scorer, MiLB First Pitch, Public Address Announcer, Music, Videoboard, Four Cameras around the ballpark, and Director. • Create and develop nightly game production script for execution by staff for enjoyment of fans into Arthur W. Perdue Stadium each and every night.• 2017 Seasono Brand new state of the art Daktronics Videoboard installedo Oversee and direct nightly execution of video replay - 3 play system, tricaster and cameras for live video capturing, and show control videoboard system. • Prior to Community Relations Manager starting in January of 2017:o 2016 Season: Organized & executed a plethora of dynamic community programs including:• Hit the Books Reading Programo Over 100 schools & 50,000 students participated• Silver Sluggers Programo 55 & over club of the Shorebirds o Annually approximately 1,000 members• Summer Reading Programo Over 30 libraries & 12,000 kids participated• Over 100 community appearances attended.

• Created and developed relationships in the local community both with businesses and individuals to use the power of Shorebirds baseball to achieve objectives and goals.• Responsible for selling group and ticket (FSE) packages• 2015 Season:o Exceeded FSE target by $2,500 (107%)o Exceeded Group target by $2,300 (108%)o Exceeded Scout Night target by 93 tickets (1,345 total)• 2014 Season:o Exceeded FSE target by $1,000 (104.19%)o Achieved 91% of Group targeto Scout Night – 1,252 tickets sold – at the time was the most sold to record

Arthur W. Perdue Stadium

• Instrumental in the development and execution of on field and in game promotions designed for our valued corporate partners to achieve their objectives.• Worked closely with General Manager, Assistant General Manager & Director of Marketing.

Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, Salisbury Md

Responsible for creating relationships with fans via cold calling and the process of creating business and excitement for our 2013 season. Focus was strictly on cold calling fans who have been to the stadium before for a game. I was responsible for selling Ticket Plans, Group Outings, and other opportunities as they were the best fit for a particular person or business. -Sold 13,500 + in total Sales. This includes Full Season to Mini Plans, and group outings including catered food for some clients. -Minimum of 60 calls a day from January-April• Developed and created relationships through ticket (FSE) and group sales.• This inside sales program was all new business revenue.• Cold calling done through list generation and data collection from the $25 giveaway promotion executed each game.• 2013 Season:o $1,660 – new FSE revenue Eight clientso $12,020 – new Group revenue $6,924 – ticket revenue $5,096 – food/catering revenue (through catered group outings)o 33 Group Contracts

Princess Anne, Maryland

PA Announcer for 10 Men's games and 9 Women's games over the course of the 2018-2019 Season. Responsible for properly and professionally calling the games action as it happens over the public address microphone.

Salisbury, Maryland

Governor's Challenge Basketball Tournament. This is the largest Holiday Basketball Tournament in the Country each December the days following Christmas. Showcase event for high school and college prep teams from across the entire United States. Responsible for properly and professionally announcing the games action as it occurs throughout the tournament. Also conduct in between game and on court promotions and entertainment to excite fans attending throughout the tournament. Additionally - each July since 2014 - Master of Ceremonies for the annual USSSA Opening Ceremonies. This is one of the largest Summer Softball Tournaments in Wicomico and Worcester Counties. Over 300 teams over the course of 3 weeks from across the Mid-Atlantic region travel to the area for this dynamic experience. 3 Opening Ceremonies are done as the showcase is split in age groups over the timeframe.

Store # 2614- Berlin, Md

-Assisted with various Customer Service desk tasks including: Refunds, Lottery Sales, Money Order purchases, Western Union transactions, Rug Doctor rentals, product requests, products within store, and other customer questions and concerns. -Assisted Cashier's with customer issues including complaints, overrides for products coupons, checkout, and other questions as asked.-Oversee and organize Front End staff including lunch breaks, cashier breakdown on registers, Surge plan if needed during peak times, and other issues as they occur.-Properly and securely monitor safe and inside office that includes large amounts of currency and other store secure information and documents. -Complete closing accounting procedures including in evenings: preparing cash deposit, closing cash registers and reporting in IBM system, running and matching reports for other miscellaneous transactions, as well as preparing office and front end for next day's business-Complete Morning Accounting closing procedures following direct step by step process. This includes report filing for previous day sales, register variances, cash deposits, and other store preparation. -Organize secure store information through report filing -Work with Store Management on other various tasks throughout store.-Fast paced environment in which on the move decisions must be made. -Customer service is an essential part.

Salisbury, Md

-Assist students in finding class textbooks and materials-Organize and prepare online book orders as they are received-Using integrated financial aide system, assist students in charging books and materials to their accounts-Work with textbook manager to organize and prepare book tags and inventory on shelves -Work with store manager on advertising around campus for customer traffic to increase awareness about bookstore services

Salisbury, Md

-Work various sporting events during home events.-Accumulate and call official NCAA statistics as needed for sports-PA Announcer for Volleyball when directed.

Salisbury, Md

- Contributed with a "Catching Up" with a former player article for free Gameday program-Organized Father's Day Theme day including Marketing tables for local businesses, and prize giveaways throughout game (June 17th, 2012)-Involved in community outreach by participating in mascot appearances. Would also be "Sherman the Shorebird" mascot on some occasions.-Created and helped with gameday music prep, including player walk ups, fireworks theme creations, and other in game sounds. -Responsible for setting official lineups on board on 2nd level concourse before each home game. -Assisted with Social Media presence on Facebook and Twitter coordinating contests, and posting about community outreach and events coming up at the stadium. -Assisted with monthly gift shop inventory process -Helped with various gameday preparation• Instrumental in helping team achieve 10,000 Facebook followers.• Assisted in development of Instagram presence & growth of Twitter.• Assisted in executing over 100 community appearances.• Worked closely with Director of Marketing at the time to execute grassroots marketing objectives.• Instrumental in creation of content for fan game day magazine, Playball.

-Run Pro Shop including organizing "Chelsea" tee time system, online outside play tee time site, and cash register transactions for golf customers.-Monitor inventory and assist managers with ordering and promoting new products. -Organize and assist with Tournament preparation, including creating scorecards and prizes for winners. -Monitor outside staff with Bag Drop and Range duties including customer service, range balls, and cart barn -Prepare deposits when needed -Assist and help membership with various duties including club cleaning and repair, tee time requests, and other questions as requested. -Assist outside staff in various assignments with keeping outside aspect of country club presentable and running efficiently.

Bachelor'S, Marketing

Activities and Societies: Fall 2011 DMAW-EF MAXI Case Competition, I-MIX August 2012 Participant - First Student at the time to be.

Associate'S, Business Management & Transfer

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa InducteeCompleted the Business Transfer degree program in which upon transferring, allowed me.

Business Interest

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society (Junior & Senior Years) NJROTC (All 4 Years), Varsity Golf (3 Years), JV Golf (1 Year).