Harry Centa Jr. Email & Phone Number

Brecksville, Ohio, United States

The PMPA has been in continuous operation since its inception in 1933. The success of the organization can be directly attributed to the on-going involvement of its members at the chapter level, committee level, and on the Board of Directors. The PMPA consists of industry leaders who understand that a strong trade association is critical to ensure the future of manufacturing in North America.Through PMPA membership, companies have a distinct competitive advantage over their global competitors, with daily access to a full range of programs and services designed to help them meet their operational challenges and focus on new business opportunities. The precision machined products industry consists of a diversified manufacturing base producing highly engineered components to customer specifications using a variety of materials such as: steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, plastics and various aerospace and medical grade metallic alloys.Utilizing the latest technology, including CNC turning and milling centers, rotary transfer machines, CNC and automatic screw machines, these companies produce complex parts and complete assemblies for finished goods such as: automobiles, aircraft, heavy truck, medical devices, appliances, construction equipment and much more.

Oberlin, Oh

Senior Program Manager, Association Affinity Shipping Program Partnerships- Proactively managed affinity shipping benefit programs for 80 trade association partners, overseeing a $25M portfolio comprising 8,000 corporate accounts.- Conducted proactive business reviews and strategic marketing sessions, fortifying program performance for sustainable growth and member engagement.- Demonstrated proficiency in budget planning, forecasting, analysis, and management, ensuring financial health.- Spearheaded corporate account sales with leading national shipping carriers including FedEx, TForce Freight, XPO Logistics, SAIA, ArcBest, R&L Carriers and many others, driving new enrollments, account activations, and optimization.- Collaborated internally across sales, marketing and operations teams to execute targeted sales and marketing campaigns seamlessly.- Represented the organization at association trade show events and conferences, developing new business leads, conducting benefit presentations, and nurturing association relationships.- Leveraged webinar platforms for impactful shipping benefit presentations to help educate and drive benefit awareness and member participation.- Led end-to-end development of association affinity shipping programs, including prospecting, contract negotiation, execution and fulfillment.Achievements:- Engineered growth of association partnerships 420% from 25 to over 130 partners during tenure.- Managed tradeshow and conference sales, marketing and public relations to strengthen relationships, maximize benefit awareness, and foster lead generation.- Engineered 73% increase in FedEx Advantage corporate member enrollments employing direct email campaigns, newsletter & social media content, and print & digital advertising campaigns.- Pioneered lead follow-up strategies, resulting in a 25% surge in conversion rates.- Commended for exceptional program management and contributions to company growth.

Directed and managed ticket sales team focused on renewing, servicing and selling ticket packages. Responsible for hiring, training and developing staff on phone, meeting and presentation skills. Governed ticket sales budget, and escalated sales by 30% via implementation of new sales strategies and ticket packages/programs. Managed exclusive ticket holder and group outings, including the largest in Barons’ history with 1,000+ attendees. Cultivated partnerships with Medical Mutual of Ohio, GE, IBM, Baker & Hostetler, Cleveland Clinic, Lesco, YMCA, NE Ohio Health Services, Boy & Girl Scouts of America, Word of Life Church, and Ohio PTA, focused on special events and ticket offers.

Directed and managed ticket sales team focused on renewing, servicing and selling ticket packages. Responsible for hiring, developing and training staff on phone, meeting and presentation skills. Governed ticket sales budget, and exceeded ticket sales goals annually. Increased community soccer sales by 25% per season through the creation of the Community Soccer Partnership Program. Coordinated game day operations, including national anthem, and color guard ceremony. Assisted with the sales & marketing for the Kraft Coaches Guide sponsorship, and the 2002 MISL All-Star Game.

Coordinated and managed special events, games and fundraisers for youth hockey programs. Managed Invacare Employee Appreciation Day, the largest event in organization history for over 1,500 attendees. Developed and implemented youth hockey email promotions to increase special event awareness and exposure. Assisted with game day operations, including promotions, customer service and pre & post-game special events.

Managed over 100 key accounts, including season ticket holders, group outings, and corporate partnerships. Assisted with the management of ticket sales department, including business plans, account servicing & renewal, prospect development and database maintenance. Managed ’99 ticket sales telemarketing campaign and escalated sales 300%. Assisted with game day operations, including promotions, customer service and pre & post-game events.

B.S. Sports Sciences, Exercise Physiology

Master Of Education, Sport Management

Management Development Certificate