Does your business sometimes feel like an out of control circus? Do you feel like your enterprise could be so much more, if you could just marshal the unique skills and talents of your team? If you think this even for a second, you need Ringmaster.Why? Because leading a circus requires understanding and valuing the unique skills and talents of everyone under the tent. From the lion tamer to the concessionaire, each brings a piece of the magic that defines a circus. Ringmasters who… Show more Does your business sometimes feel like an out of control circus? Do you feel like your enterprise could be so much more, if you could just marshal the unique skills and talents of your team? If you think this even for a second, you need Ringmaster.Why? Because leading a circus requires understanding and valuing the unique skills and talents of everyone under the tent. From the lion tamer to the concessionaire, each brings a piece of the magic that defines a circus. Ringmasters who know their stuff arrange this constellation of talent into a whole that is far greater than the sum of its parts.After a 20-year career working in and managing a circus, I created Ringmaster because I knew that Ringmaster skills, though uncommon in daily business, were needed in the corporate and non-profit world just as much as they are under the big top.As consulting Ringmaster, I collaborate with and serve as confidante to senior leaders and their teams, helping:• You as a leader negotiate the overwhelm and isolation that often accompany your executive role while building the skills you need to step confidently into the spotlight.• Your team become collaborative, innovative, inclusive, engaged, and effective – all while developing each team member’s unique superstar potential.If you’re ready to master your circus and create something spectacular, or if you simply want to learn more, contact today. Show less

With decades of experience in live entertainment, I coach clients who want to gain confidence with public speaking or to improve their leadership and management skills.I work with individuals and teams who want to function at a higher level and achieve greater success, to develop and share powerful mission-stories, and provide high-level event consultation to motivate audiences.

Coordinate projects of all sizes and scopes and provide management coaching and support for non-profit clients.

•Established a synergistic Management Team to maximize efficiency and communication, identify new opportunities, address organizational challenges and maintain alignment when dealing with staff and other constituents.•Maintained a strong, functional and supportive relationship with all managers to streamline workloads, enabling managers to allocate time to major initiatives.•Directed research and implementation of technology solutions to increase sales, improve loss prevention… Show more •Established a synergistic Management Team to maximize efficiency and communication, identify new opportunities, address organizational challenges and maintain alignment when dealing with staff and other constituents.•Maintained a strong, functional and supportive relationship with all managers to streamline workloads, enabling managers to allocate time to major initiatives.•Directed research and implementation of technology solutions to increase sales, improve loss prevention and monitor systems to increase accuracy in reporting. •Collaborated with VP of Sales to coach Group Sales Team to achieve record revenues, develop new markets and promote full range of company products.•Led Strategic and Financial Planning retreats, developed implementation processes, coached managers and tracked progress of Strategic Plan Implementation. •Interacted with employees at all levels while continuing to perform duties of General Manager. Show less

•Coached managers to facilitate ongoing organizational growth and change through communication and teamwork, operational efficiency and high standards while developing a positive atmosphere.•Built internal processes and infrastructure to support successful operations.•Managed and oversaw resources to successfully implement strategic plan, reported on progress made and challenges encountered.•Developed and maintained customer and employee feedback loops to maintain high… Show more •Coached managers to facilitate ongoing organizational growth and change through communication and teamwork, operational efficiency and high standards while developing a positive atmosphere.•Built internal processes and infrastructure to support successful operations.•Managed and oversaw resources to successfully implement strategic plan, reported on progress made and challenges encountered.•Developed and maintained customer and employee feedback loops to maintain high levels of internal and external customer service.•Built and cultivated relationships with internal and external stakeholders to generate excitement around opportunities for growth.•Created ‘big picture’ change using strategic analysis of complex challenges to identify achievable opportunities; developed specific action plans to accomplish goals. Show less

•Restructured Department staffing to maximize collaboration, efficiency, consistency, and quality while concurrently reducing costs.•Administered complex scheduling of performers and support staff for 365-day operation.•Managed a diverse group of employees and talent to foster a harmonious workplace.•Coordinated and ran rehearsals and launch of seasonal shows around primary performance.

Performed various acts on horseback in a major equine entertainment venue featuring 60 horses performing 500+ shows per year. Featured acts included Walter Farley's Black Stallion, Royal Lippizanners, torch drill, square dance on horseback, circus bareback riding, chariot race, roman riding, and much more.