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North America

Greater Chicago Area

Greater Chicago Area

Floor Manager for Two Large Venues • Oversaw all daily front of house operations of two very high volume venues in Chicago’s largest tourist attraction, Wrigleyville.• Entrusted with hiring, managing, training, key holding, as well as scheduling for over 200 employees and being responsible for revenue deposits and accounting for daily/weekly revenues. • Executed policies and programs that increased profit and therefore weekly revenue and have implemented new marketing programs such as promotional techniques and marketing strategies.• Supervisory role over all employees and all cash drops of 20+ employees daily during two extremely busy Cubs seasons including the World Champion Season of 2016.

Chicago, Il

Directed all Front of House (FOH) staff during catered events, with particular focus on timely and proper set-up of events according to floor plan and timeline. Discuss details with salespersons to ensure all specifics and special needs are covered prior to the event.Checks- in all FOH staff as they report to job site and assign them to team specific job duties.Continuously monitor all elements of event execution to ensure all service staff are upholding responsibilities and performing delegated tasks.Participates in hiring, performance reviews and corrective action as needed.Convey pertinent event details to all service staff by conducting a staff meeting including; menu items, proper flow of kitchen, and specific duties for service staff throughout the service period.Ensure all service personnel have a professional appearance (i.e. uniforms and grooming).Supervise the proper breakdown of the dining room. Ensure all equipment is utilized properly and stored appropriately.Monitor staffing budgets and makes use of staff accordingly. Conduct training on site at Blue Plate as well as in the field.Other duties as assigned by management.

Chicago, Illinois

Responsible for all operations of popular high volume nightclub in downtown Chicago, IL. Responsible for staffing, training, and managing a crew of 35-40 employees. Negotiated deals with suppliers and distributors regarding product inventory and promotions. Director of social media for the venue utilizing facebook and twitter. Coordinated all events and private parties managing multiple promoters weekly as well as booking entertainment weekly.

Chicago, Il

Educate and make recommendations to customers utilizing my knowledge of the distillation and aging processes that cause differences in types of Tequilas. Mix, serve and create high-end cocktails using around 90 Tequilas including Blancos, Reposados, Anejos and Reservas at this upscale lounge. Barkeep and promote for one of the busiest and most popular nightclubs in Wicker Park, Evil Olive, managing a large customer base of returning patrons, via social media tools and traditional methods.

I designed and implemented a cross promotional strategy for members to promote their business' with in the company's member network. I was placed in charge of the company's social media pages (facebook, Twitter) and developed a strategy for maximum long term benefit. I spoke to social media experts and researched and increased my knowledge of social media marketing. I created a new custom background Image for the social media pages and helped the overall image of the business for the online community. I set up and supervised promotional events. I posted craigslist ads looking to hire street team members in Los Angeles and in Chicago. I coordinated interviews for new hires and supervised Street teams here in Chicago.

Chicago, Il

Produced and mixed one EP album, one LP full length album, as well as several tracks for compliations using audio production software programs such as pro tools. Recorded in multiple studios in Chicago, as well as; , working with emmy winning producers.Negotiated record deals with indie music labels, Thick Records and Underground Communique, leading to distribution across the U.S. and Europe via traditional channels as well as internet avenues such as iTunes, Amazon.com, MP3.com, etc.Coordinated four national tours, booking venues and arranging travel across the U.S. to perform and promote original material.Directed merchandising ventures, including manufacturing CDs, t-shirts, buttons, stickers, etc.

Managed daily operations of nightclub, including opening and closing, paying vendors and depositing revenue, as well as supervised, hired and trained team of up to 25 employees.Initiated and maintained relationships with bar vendors/suppliers, promoters, performers, etc.Created nightly themes and specials (music, open mic nights, concert ticket giveaways, Wii videogame night, etc.) increasing customer retention and acquisition and weekly revenue.

Composed and mixed one full length album and several EPs of original music in multiple studios using digital pro tools software and traditional analog tape techniques. Booked and promoted four month-long national tours to promote and perform original material. Managed finances and directed merchandising ventures.

Bachelor Of Arts, Telecommunications, With A Focus In Information Technology, Business

High School Diploma