With a proven track record of exceeding targets, I am responsible for defining the process for business growth, leading all aspects of growth at WheelHouse IT, orchestrating the various teams that contribute to business success. Act as a guide to the internal business development team, outside sales partners, client engagement/account strategy efforts, and leverage communication and messaging groups for strategic new business opportunities. Additionally, fully responsible for the brand image and marketing direction behind WheelHouse IT.

Responsible for identifying and developing strategic business relationships with potential customers and vendors. Lead the development of new business opportunities that supports WheelHouse IT’s overall growth strategy—leveraging my entrepreneurial spirit, passion for sales and a proven track record of success, while taking a hands-on approach to building business opportunities. Working closely with marketing, sales, and product management teams to achieve established sales goals and implement business development initiatives that maximize and grow the WheelHouse IT footprint and generate bottom-line revenue for the company.

Present clear, informative and entertaining information to our audience during the three hour radio talk show. “Into Tomorrow with Dave Graveline” is the radio network program covering the latest in consumer electronics and technology. The program is hosted by Dave Graveline, one of the most talented and professional award-winning radio and television hosts in the business. The show is a dynamic blend of listener interaction and insightful and informative guests speaking on a variety of topics related to technology. “Into Tomorrow" airs on nearly 200 radio stations across the nation as well as on several online platforms.

Serve as the figurehead to the guests; be the face and voice of the Carnival Cruise Line brand mission statement: Consistently deliver fun, memorable vacations at a great value. While embracing the Carnival Cruise Line Service Values, the Carnival Cruise Line commitment to Safety. Drive both guest satisfaction and revenue through appearances, public address announcements and activity creation. Create a fun and entertaining environment for guests. Run, assist, train, create and observe many activities at different levels.interactive trivia, and themed parties onboard the Carnival Fun Ships. Duties and skills include audience interaction and improvisation.

Within this elected leadership position Rory was responsible for managing and directing large scale programming and events. Responsible for advancing the vision and strategic direction of the Florida Scholastic Press Association. Leveraging superior leadership, organization, negotiation and communications skills, as well as the ability to manage resources and budgets effectively and creatively. Working as a brand-building ambassador while marketing the event. Utilizing strong networking / partnership skills to attract local and national media professionals to mentor high school students annually. Collaborate cross-functionally with other members of the team to ensure a premium event. Support the work of the Florida Scholastic Press Association through the University of Florida and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by the Florida Scholastic Press Association’s executive director, the Board-Executive Director relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and vital.

Plan and execute events, with an expertise in implementing the overall creative, technical and logistical elements that help the event succeed. Manage all aspects of the event production process from concept, to implementation, to live show, to load in/out. Reporting directly to the Executive Director demonstrate the ability to multi‐task and be responsive to the needs of our brand and staff. Responsibilities included managing assigned projects in the area of meeting/event planning for a variety of meetings, conferences, and workshops. Oversee all committees related to client events scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and providing appropriate follow‐up. Develop and monitor budgets to ensure revenue and expenses are kept within established boundaries. Review financial information for accuracy, such as invoices for services and materials; the hotel invoice, subcontractor invoices, etc. and assist in the preparation of the final financial report for the organization. Work with appropriate individuals to develop and monitor timelines and deadlines related to all aspects of events, ensuring the information is communicated with staff, volunteers, contractors and other constituents. Manage and work with appropriate staff to evaluate all events, ensuring continual improvement and quality.

Lead all elements of volunteering within the organization. The role involved assessing the productions needs and then meeting those needs through the recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers.Lead volunteers and their relationship with those they come into contact with, including employees and vendors, and VIP's attending the event. Monitored, evaluated and accredited volunteers. Worked across all sectors of the production including but not limited to operations, VIP services, parking, ticketing, food and beverage, merchandise, public relations, security. This production consisted of a beachfront air show in Fort Lauderdale, FL with an estimated audience of 650,000 spectators per year on average over a two day period.

Combine executive vision with field execution and contribute to the future success of McDonald's. Develop individuals, build teams, and affect growth across several McDonald's Restaurants. Even when not present, I maintain a constant influence — articulating the McDonald's vision to inspire and make an impact on my management teams and employees.Constantly represent McDonald’s In the Local Miami and Broward market while, planning and executing events at local restaurants and bringing the community into the world of McDonald’s. Creating partnerships with local city governments, businesses and school systems.Supervise multiple McDonald's restaurants focusing on building sales, addressing P&L issues and solutions by balancing and coordinating changing priorities. Coaching and motivating restaurant teams while promoting company's strategy and initiatives. Utilizing all available resources to support management development and optimize retention.Plan and execute a strategic marketing plan for 18 McDonald’s restaurants in the Miami-Dade / Broward County market.Work with The Ronald McDonald House of South Florida to plan and execute annual events such as Home for the Holidays, & Ladies Fish Off. Conceptualized and facilitated a holiday toy drive benefitting RMHC two consecutive years while partnering with WPOW-FM. Conceptualized in less than six hours and facilitated in a forty-eight hour window, a non-perishable food drive (May 2013) for the victims of the Moore Oklahoma tornados. Partnering with WPOW-FM, WTVJ & JM Family to personally deliver the non-perishables.

Currently a sitting member of the Board of Directors thats supports the work of the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment’s executive director, the Board-Executive Director relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specific Board Member responsibilities include:Leadership, governance and oversight• Serving as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director as she develops and implements the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment’s strategic plan • Reviewing outcomes and metrics created by the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment for evaluating its impact, and regularly measuring its performance and effectiveness using those metrics; reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings • Approving the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment's annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities • Contributing to an annual performance evaluation of the Executive Director • Assisting the Executive Director and board chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members • Partnering with the Executive Director and other board members to ensure that board resolutions are carried out • Serving on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments • Representing the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment to stakeholders; acting as an ambassador for the organization • Ensuring the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment's commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects the communities the National Voices for Equality and Enlightenment serves.

Created a retail environment that inspired both employees and customers. Assisted the process of building dynamic teams with unique individuals and delivering positive experiences for customers as they learn, shop, and get support. Shared the Apple vision with employees and encourage their growth. Connected consumers to the incredible Apple products using my unparalleled people skills and tremendous product knowledge. Represented the Apple brand inside the Apple Retail Store and out.