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Tampa, Florida, United States

Clearwater, Florida, United States

Oversaw Development department of a non-profit organization with the mission of preventing animal homelessness in our community and providing care and assistance to animals in need. Responsible for all fundraising, donor relations, and event sponsorships. Represented the organization in media interviews and spoke at public events.

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Successfully generated private revenue dollars through corporate sponsorships and partnership sales for an award-winning Destination Marketing Organization. Actively solicited area businesses to join Visit Tampa Bay as a partner to support the mission of increasing tourism and economic development in Tampa. Represented organization and spoke at industry meetings and events. Researched and pursued major corporate sponsorships and consistently exceeded revenue goals.

Clearwater, Fl

Developed strategic business plan for corporate partnerships program of a non-profit organization that operates two world-renowned entertainment venues, Ruth Eckerd Hall and The Capitol Theatre. Identified, researched and recruited new corporate partners while retaining current partners. Prepared and presented partnership proposals and then negotiated agreements. Planned and managed special events such as annual Corporate Partnership Reception. Responsible for overall management… Show more Developed strategic business plan for corporate partnerships program of a non-profit organization that operates two world-renowned entertainment venues, Ruth Eckerd Hall and The Capitol Theatre. Identified, researched and recruited new corporate partners while retaining current partners. Prepared and presented partnership proposals and then negotiated agreements. Planned and managed special events such as annual Corporate Partnership Reception. Responsible for overall management, distribution and advertising sales for SPOTLIGHT, the official monthly program for both Ruth Eckerd Hall and The Capitol Theatre. Accountable for annual fund raising goals. Exceeded annual budget in first three fiscal years. Show less

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Developed integrated marketing solutions for current and prospective advertisers. Special emphasis on sports and event sponsorships, endorsements by on-air personalities and digital marketing. Oversaw multiple key accounts for the Tampa Bay cluster while consistently prospecting and signing new business to exceed budget.

Grew client portfolio and served as primary account services point person for award-winning agency specializing in social media marketing, shareable Facebook games, video production, 3D animation, interactive on-line experiences and other emerging technologies. Negotiated contracts with new and existing clients. Participated in creative brainstorming and strategic marketing planning sessions for clients such as Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Dollywood, and the Florida… Show more Grew client portfolio and served as primary account services point person for award-winning agency specializing in social media marketing, shareable Facebook games, video production, 3D animation, interactive on-line experiences and other emerging technologies. Negotiated contracts with new and existing clients. Participated in creative brainstorming and strategic marketing planning sessions for clients such as Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Dollywood, and the Florida Aquarium. Show less

Developed marketing partnerships and corporate ticket/hospitality packages for the KENNY CHESNEY “GOIN’ COASTAL” 2011 tour stop at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL on March 19, 2011. Provided expert consultation to the Tampa Sports Authority to maximize revenue opportunities.

Sold and executed marketing programs for multiple Live Nation-owned entertainment venues and festivals, including Tampa’s MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, the Orlando House of Blues and the Fillmore Miami Beach. Negotiated contracts and supervised sponsor fulfillment, activation of marketing programs and collections. Purchased print and radio campaigns to support sponsorship activation. Hired, trained and supervised Sponsorship Coordinator and interns. Sold two name-in-title sponsorships… Show more Sold and executed marketing programs for multiple Live Nation-owned entertainment venues and festivals, including Tampa’s MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, the Orlando House of Blues and the Fillmore Miami Beach. Negotiated contracts and supervised sponsor fulfillment, activation of marketing programs and collections. Purchased print and radio campaigns to support sponsorship activation. Hired, trained and supervised Sponsorship Coordinator and interns. Sold two name-in-title sponsorships and generated over $8 million dollars in sponsorship revenue during tenure. Show less

Primary contact for team sponsors including Raymond James Financial, Coca-Cola, Tampa Tribune, Checkers Drive-In Restaurants and Bank of America. Developed and executed Buccaneer-related advertising, marketing and community outreach programs. Planned and supervised major events such as Buccaneer FanFest, NFL 101 Football Clinic for Women and charity golf and volleyball events. Facilitated new business development and participated in sales presentations. Developed creative concepts and wrote… Show more Primary contact for team sponsors including Raymond James Financial, Coca-Cola, Tampa Tribune, Checkers Drive-In Restaurants and Bank of America. Developed and executed Buccaneer-related advertising, marketing and community outreach programs. Planned and supervised major events such as Buccaneer FanFest, NFL 101 Football Clinic for Women and charity golf and volleyball events. Facilitated new business development and participated in sales presentations. Developed creative concepts and wrote copy for sponsor video scoreboard messages and on-field promotions. Show less

Managed the top 25 on-premise accounts for the Miller Brewing Company. Implemented promotional programs with media outlets. Collaborated with sales and marketing team for wholesaler to sell-in products and to establish dominant POS in the market.