Event Technology Sales - Hotel Services.Four Seasons Minneapolis, Hilton Minneapolis, Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown, Hotel IvyPlan & execute event beyond clients expectations.Coordinate event technology and scenic décor alongside F&B and 3rd party vendors.Oversee creative content - motion graphics, images, video recordings.Software: Microsoft Office, Teams, Navigator, Compass CRM.

Commonwealth Co. Multi-Venue Sales: The University Club of Saint Paul, The Commodore, The Saint Paul Athletic Club.Company Operations Manager: Boutique Hotels, Restaurants, and Events.Director of Catering: weddings, corporate, entertainment, memberships, etc.Coordinated: tours, contracts, tastings, menus, bar program, hotel rooms (The Davidson & Hotel340), floorplans, vendors, bands, etc.Booked Entertainment: partnership with FEVERUP, created ticketed performances/F&B events, donation performances, happy hour sets, etc.BEO Software: Allseated, CaterEase.

Event Operations Manager: Assistant General Manager/Production Coordinator.Oversee day-to-day operations in a multifaceted event venue with ticketed entertainment/catering/restaurant services.Manages the preparation and work-flow of ordering vendor services, researching cost estimates, and oversee the communication of information to the broader team.Software: Tripleseat, Resy, Allseated, Toast, 7 shifts

Ensures superior operation of corporate events from conception to completionManages vendors, site-visits, meetings, deployment of staff, and deadlinesAble to display a high level of creativityAbility to engage in multitasking effectivelyAble to work under intense pressureStrong project managing skillsEye for detailManage budgets for eventsProficient in multiple software programs including CaterEase and Microsoft Office

Herbie’s on the Park/Minnesota ClubDirector of event sales (wedding related, social, corporate) in a high-end restaurant.Responsible for promoting the restaurant through contacts as well as building new relationships with outside businesses, organizations, associations, event planners, etc.Responsible for the planning, organization, and administration of special events, from the initial contact to planning menus, preparing contracts, handling correspondence, budgets, coordinating event details, booking bands, working with outside vendors and billing.Interact positively with guests and clients promoting the restaurant and event center services.Act as the primary point of contact and maintain communication for the group sales office and collaborate restaurant events as part of Sports and Entertainment business as a whole, communicating event specifics to affected departments including internal (Levy operations) and external (MN WILD executive offices and 317 on Rice Park Event Center).Collect, develop, and submit content to update property websites, social media and marketing with MN Wild marketing team and Levy operations (Xcel Energy Center)Ability to lead a team and manage resources involved with event setup including third party vendors.Strong negotiation and problem resolution skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel), Reserve, Docufree, Boss, Aloha, Open Table, ScheduleFly

UFC: Target Center, Mpls, MN. June 28th-29th 2019 – Desk TalentSuper Bowl LII: State Theatre, Mpls, MN. Feb 2018 – Stage ManagerBIG TEN/ESPN: TCF Stadium (UMN), Mpls, MN. Nov. 15th 2015 - Audio techFox Sports North: Target Field, Mpls, MN. July 19th 2015 and June 21st 2016 - Graphicstraining in mobile truck for MN Twins BaseballNWCT (CCX) Channel 12: Brooklyn Center, MN 2005-2015 - High School Sports Television(Audio, Camera, Graphics, Scorebox)WSS Media: Mpls, MN 2004-2006 - In-studio television camera operator and visual stylist(directed creative styling for on-air product and set design for a national live broadcast)First Avenue Night Club: 2002-2004 - Designed concert/stage lighting for main room

Herbie's On The Park: Saint Paul, MN 2016/2020D'Amico Kitchen/Chambers Hotel: Mpls, MN 2009/2010Seven Sushi Ultra Lounge/Steakhouse: Mpls, MN 2007/2009First Avenue Concert Venue: Mpls, MN 1999/2006Knowledgeable BartenderFamiliar in steakhouse, sushi, Italian and upscale tavern fareAdditional Experience in managing, serving, banquets, room serviceHigh volume sales, cash handling, retail sales, training service orientated staff

* Provided personal wellness coaching through consumer-focused wellness development and solutions* Core areas of focus include physical activity, stress management, weight management, heart health, diabetes lifestyle, nutrition, and tobacco cessation* Assisted in the various pilots, development, promotion, and delivery of the department’s programs, products and services * Worked with diverse population and tailored advising sessions to the individual through active listening and clear communication* Basic Skills for Working with Smokers (UMASS) TTS Certified* Knowledgeable in Stress Reduction Techniques - MBSR program (UMN)/MAPS Program (UCLA)* Implemented Cognitive Behavioral Techniques* Utilized multiple behavioral change models including (MI) and Awareness, Skill Building, Maintenance (ASM) * Evaluated biometrics such as BP, A1C, Cholesterol, and BMI as a Personal Health Consult

* Directed creative styling for on-air product and set design for a national live broadcast* Worked and effectively communicated with on-air host and studio/control room* Troubleshot problems with Directors and Producers* Planned and ensured set and product ready in timely fashion* In charge of setting up and double checking Broadcast departments paperwork * Professionally operated camera in the highly demanding field of live broadcast* Moved studio set in timely fashion

* Hired as part of the service staff and promoted late 2002* Preformed hundreds of hours in Lighting Designer roles* Prepared utility and video recording equipment for concerts and promotions* Video cable technician for small venues * Operated First Avenue’s three concert lighting systems independently* Designed and managed color, focus and set space in high pressure situations imaginatively* Knowledgeable with low voltage audio/lighting systems and safety* Positioned aerial stage props creatively * Experienced with stage set up and tear down