Managing Director
Ams Pictures - Public Interest
Austin, Texas
Spearheaded strategic planning, developed business goals and instituted programs to achieve objectives. Managed all aspects of business development, account management, marketing, contracting, customer service, financial management and operations. Key accomplishments:o Leadership. Envisioned, developed and executed business plan to shape satellite production studio into an industry leader in developing communication strategy and tools for statewide public sector initiatives. Introduced new model to other divisions and integrated into companywide strategic direction. o Business Development. Doubled division business, achieving record-setting revenue. Consistently exceeded profit goals.o Account Management. Grew existing and cultivated new accounts by developing a core expertise in statewide communications initiatives, government contracting and education and workforce development issues. Key clients include: Texas Education Agency, Texas Workforce Commission, SXSWedu, Health and Human Services Commission and Department of Agriculture.o Personnel & Resource Management. Grew Austin office headcount by twofold during acquisition of new business. Hired, trained, managed team of 12-30 employees including multiple freelancers and vendors. Retained talent, culture and quality of service.o Systems Improvement. Researched, collaborated, defined and implemented standard operating procedures that improved efficiency and developed a sales/business development system that was implemented companywide.• General Manager, Austin Branch, 2005-2008 • Marketing/Project Manager, Austin Branch, 2003-2004