Eric Wright

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Operations, Events and Hospitality Manager @ Cliffs Hotel and Spa
united states
Eric Wright's Location
San Luis Obispo, California, United States, United States
About Eric Wright

Agile hospitality and operations professional experienced in working in fast paced environments that demand strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Trustworthy, ethical, discreet; committed to building meaningful relationships. Confident and poised in interactions with individuals at all levels. Detail oriented and resourceful in completing projects; able to multi-task effectively.Specialties: Hospitality, Guest Experience, Client/Customer Relations, CRM, Corporate Communications, Project Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Event Marketing, Social Media Management, Brand Management, Account Management, Word of Mouth Marketing, Talent Management

Eric Wright's Current Company Details
Cliffs Hotel and Spa

Cliffs Hotel And Spa

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Operations, Events and Hospitality Manager
united states
Employees:
23
Eric Wright Work Experience Details
  • Cliffs Hotel And Spa
    Assistant Food And Beverage Director
    Cliffs Hotel And Spa Jun 2018 - Present
    Pismo Beach, Ca
    Oversee a team of 85+ staff in a fast paced, high end restaurant at a luxury resort. Manage budget expenditures, responsible for all hiring, training and vision casting for the department. Oversee day to day operations and develop best practices. Set growth markers and mentor staff.Highlights:*Manager of the year - 2020*Doubled profit margin from 2018-2022, from 11%-22%*Increased gross revenue 38%
  • Mountainbrook Community Church
    Operations And Events Director
    Mountainbrook Community Church Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
    San Luis Obispo, Ca
    I was responsible for the overall operations of a 2,000 seat facility. This included the interviewing, hiring and contracting of third party companies (Plumbing, HVAC, cleaning). I also was the venue side contact for all events, which included site tours, contracting and event management. On Sundays, I lead welcome teams and was the point person for any on site issues. I oversaw the overall operations at this venue and was a key member of the executive team managing the events calendar and… Show more I was responsible for the overall operations of a 2,000 seat facility. This included the interviewing, hiring and contracting of third party companies (Plumbing, HVAC, cleaning). I also was the venue side contact for all events, which included site tours, contracting and event management. On Sundays, I lead welcome teams and was the point person for any on site issues. I oversaw the overall operations at this venue and was a key member of the executive team managing the events calendar and leading all organizational internal communication. Show less
  • Wayne Hughes Jr. Foundation/ Mighty Oaks Foundation
    Marketing And Events Director
    Wayne Hughes Jr. Foundation/ Mighty Oaks Foundation Jan 2014 - Oct 2016
    Paso Robles, Ca
    As part of both foundations, my responsibilities included event management, community relations, branding, digital content curation, social media marketing, newsletter creation and delivery, marketing collateral development, PR initiatives, key client and donor relations and strategic partnership management. I also oversaw the launch of a new music and events venue from the ground up. This included licensing, city code compliance, and creating contracts and standard operation… Show more As part of both foundations, my responsibilities included event management, community relations, branding, digital content curation, social media marketing, newsletter creation and delivery, marketing collateral development, PR initiatives, key client and donor relations and strategic partnership management. I also oversaw the launch of a new music and events venue from the ground up. This included licensing, city code compliance, and creating contracts and standard operation procedures.Highlights: *Grew donor fundraising by 40% through 2015-2016, increasing donations from $1 Million to $1.4 Million. *Led our speaker initiative by increasing speaker events by 28% 2014-2016. *Executed the launch of a second yearly, large fundraising event. Show less
  • Harbinger Management
    Owner
    Harbinger Management Jun 2010 - Jan 2014
    Franklin, Tn
    Artist Management, Brand Management, Social Media Management, Talent Management and Event Management for entertainment clients including film, television, books, and music projects.Clients have included 20th Century Fox Films, Sony Pictures, CMT (Country Music Television) and Thomas Nelson Publishers. Additionally, artist management clients The American Secrets were featured as the freecreditscore.com band.
  • Miracle Hockey Pro Shop
    Social Media And Customer Service Consultant (Freelance)
    Miracle Hockey Pro Shop Sep 2012 - Aug 2013
    Franklin, Tn
    Partnered with a local coach in the hockey community to help increase costumer reach and engagement at his full service hockey store. Developed a social media marketing plan and customer service protocol to further sales goals. Drove customer engagement through coaching relationships and interactions in store during weekend games and tournaments.
  • Viacom
    Talent Manager, Cmt Music Awards (Freelance)
    Viacom May 2010 - Jun 2013
    Nashville, Tn
    This was a freelance job that I was contracted for throughout a three year period for specific shows. I was responsible for all interaction with artists for appearances on the network. This included being the contact for the network for talent from initial booking through the end of a show cycle. This required high levels of communication and discretion, the ability to multi-task in a very high paced and fluid environment.
  • North American Breweries
    Key Account Manager - National Accounts
    North American Breweries Apr 2009 - May 2010
    Buffalo, Ny
    Handled large accounts throughout Western and Central New York State. Drove sales and marketing initiatives throughout the stores of these chains while implementing targeted promotional events for maximum brand exposure and sales increases.Brands represented included Labatt Blue, Labatt Blue Light, Dundee Craft Beers, Genesee Beers, and Seagram's Wine Coolers.
  • Clevermethod
    Account Manager
    Clevermethod Jul 2007 - Apr 2009
    Buffalo, Ny
    Handled key accounts for this national digital marketing agency. Developed online marketing strategies and promotions for local and national brands including website creation, contest development, online promotional pieces. Worked with designated Advertising Agencies on social media integration. Managed multiple project budgets, deliverables and timelines in order to land on time and on budget. Worked with both the development and creative sides of the house to communicate the clients needs and… Show more Handled key accounts for this national digital marketing agency. Developed online marketing strategies and promotions for local and national brands including website creation, contest development, online promotional pieces. Worked with designated Advertising Agencies on social media integration. Managed multiple project budgets, deliverables and timelines in order to land on time and on budget. Worked with both the development and creative sides of the house to communicate the clients needs and keep the projects on course.Clients included Birdseye Foods, Mentholatum Pharmaceuticals, Rich Foods and New Era caps. Show less
  • Buzzplant
    Account Manager, Social Media
    Buzzplant Jan 2005 - Jul 2007
    Franklin, Tennessee, United States
    An entertainment industry focused digital marketing agency. Clients included 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Studios, INO Records, Thomas Nelson Publishers.Developed online/offline marketing objectives, strategies, and promotions for wide array of entertainment clients on both small and large scale campaigns. Oversaw the conception and execution of client websites, ecards, podcasts, email blasts, enhanced CDs, video web casts, online chats and street team promotions. Edited copy and… Show more An entertainment industry focused digital marketing agency. Clients included 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Studios, INO Records, Thomas Nelson Publishers.Developed online/offline marketing objectives, strategies, and promotions for wide array of entertainment clients on both small and large scale campaigns. Oversaw the conception and execution of client websites, ecards, podcasts, email blasts, enhanced CDs, video web casts, online chats and street team promotions. Edited copy and designed conceptual layout for web promotions and marketing tools. Project managed timelines, budget, milestones, critical deadlines, and overall campaign execution. Partnered with social media manager and street team manager on ongoing day-to-day communication and strategies. Networked new business through regular interfacing with national companies and organizations. Show less
  • Wright Management
    Co-Owner/ Artist Manager
    Wright Management Nov 2001 - Jan 2005
    Franklin, Tennessee, United States
    An artist managment firm. Clients included Rachael Lampa, Cindy Morgan, All Together Separate.Handled long term career development, brand marketing and day-to-day management for recording artists. Negotiated performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Responsible for artist’s domestic and international events. Orchestrated tour sponsorship (signage, VIP reception, etc), negotiated all travel, executed tour merchandising, assisted promoters with regional… Show more An artist managment firm. Clients included Rachael Lampa, Cindy Morgan, All Together Separate.Handled long term career development, brand marketing and day-to-day management for recording artists. Negotiated performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Responsible for artist’s domestic and international events. Orchestrated tour sponsorship (signage, VIP reception, etc), negotiated all travel, executed tour merchandising, assisted promoters with regional marketing, and hosted VIP sponsor receptions. Planned, coordinated and executed artist’s retail appearances, media events, and fan meet and greets. Responsible for creation and updating content on artists’ websites including news items, message boards, tour dates, and street teams. Developed online fan promotions and interfaced directly with fan base. Oversaw email campaigns. Provided creative direction for all artists’ visual media including photo and video shoots. Represented artist roster in all strategic alliances with record companies, publicist, booking agents, promoters, radio stations, media, sponsorships, endorsements, and both music and book publishing companies. Fielded interview requests, media inquiries and coordinated publicity events Show less
  • Blanton Harrell Entertainment
    Artist Manager
    Blanton Harrell Entertainment Aug 1999 - Oct 2001
    Nashville, Tn
    An artist management firm. Clients included Grammy and Dove Award winning artists Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Cindy Morgan and Rachael Lampa.Management team member involved with long term career development and day-to-day management for recording artists. Coordinated artist appearances and advanced tour dates. Negotiated and executed performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Researched photographers and filmmakers for artists’ visual media including photo… Show more An artist management firm. Clients included Grammy and Dove Award winning artists Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Cindy Morgan and Rachael Lampa.Management team member involved with long term career development and day-to-day management for recording artists. Coordinated artist appearances and advanced tour dates. Negotiated and executed performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Researched photographers and filmmakers for artists’ visual media including photo and video shoots. Key contact between management firm and record companies, booking agents, promoters, radio stations, media, sponsorships, endorsements, and both music and book publishing companies. Facilitated budgets and tracked expenses. Consulted and advised independent artists on overall career direction, marketing initiatives and strategies. Coordinated and executed all retail, media and live event appearances on a 40 city tour. Planned and booked all travel logistics including air, ground and hotel accommodations. Oversaw tour merchandise load in/load out, sponsorship signage placement on site. Coordinated and hosted VIP receptions and fan club meet and greets Show less
  • Refugee Management International
    Artist Manager
    Refugee Management International Mar 1997 - Sep 1999
    Nashville, Tn
    An artist management firm. Clients included Grammy Nominated Artist Jo Dee Messina (Curb Records) and band River Road (Capitol Records).Management team member involved with long term career development. Day-to-day manager for recording artists. Coordinated artist appearances and advanced tour dates. Executed performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Researched photographers and filmmakers for artists’ visual media including photo and video shoots. Liaison… Show more An artist management firm. Clients included Grammy Nominated Artist Jo Dee Messina (Curb Records) and band River Road (Capitol Records).Management team member involved with long term career development. Day-to-day manager for recording artists. Coordinated artist appearances and advanced tour dates. Executed performance contracts, recording contracts, and publishing contracts. Researched photographers and filmmakers for artists’ visual media including photo and video shoots. Liaison between management firm and record companies, booking agents, promoters, radio stations, media, sponsorships, endorsements, and both music and book publishing companies. Coordinated monthly artist newsletter with the fan club director including news items, tour dates, photos, etc. Developed fan promotions and interfaced directly with fan base. Show less
  • Blanton Harrell Entertainment
    Management Assistant
    Blanton Harrell Entertainment Jan 1996 - Mar 1997
    Nashville, Tn
    An artist management firm. Clients included Grammy and Dove award winning artists Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Susan Ashton, Ashley Cleveland, and best selling author Frank Peretti.Handled general office administration and operations. Managed merchandise road sales including organizing, cataloging and managing inventory of artist merchandise . Set best practices for office flow and operational management. Responsible for external and internal communications for key team members.

Eric Wright Skills

Social Media Marketing Social Media Email Marketing Marketing Creative Direction Entertainment Event Planning Event Management Brand Management Video Management Online Marketing Music Strategy Facebook Publicity Sponsorship Seo Customer Service Graphic Design Radio Customer Retention Customer Oriented Crm Film Publishing Customer Satisfaction Editing Television Sales Leadership Public Relations Advertising Marketing Strategy Live Events Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Google Docs Google Apps Community Outreach Donor Engagement Team Leadership Digital Marketing Nonprofits Fundraising Public Speaking

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