At iFLY, we design, build, operate and franchise the vertical wind tunnels that have made the dream of human flight a reality.We are a experiential entertainment company that created modern indoor skydiving; 27 tunnels worldwide since 1997; 8 in production now; None has ever failed or closed; Flown 5 million people in almost a dozen countries over the last decade; Clear market leader with 75% global market share; 38 patents and 18 trademarks cover 148 countries.I'm responsible for growing the group & event sales business and for Marketing efforts for the Orlando Market's indoor skydiving tunnel.

At iFLY, we design, build, operate and franchise the vertical wind tunnels that have made the dream of human flight a reality.We are a experiential entertainment company that created modern indoor skydiving; 27 tunnels worldwide since 1997; 8 in production now; None has ever failed or closed; Flown 5 million people in almost a dozen countries over the last decade; Clear market leader with 75% global market share; 38 patents and 18 trademarks cover 148 countries.I'm responsible for growing the group & event sales business for the Houston Market's two indoor skydiving tunnels.

At iFLY, we design, build, operate and franchise the vertical wind tunnels that have made the dream of human flight a reality.We are a experiential entertainment company that created modern indoor skydiving; 27 tunnels worldwide since 1997; 8 in production now; None has ever failed or closed; Flown 5 million people in almost a dozen countries over the last decade; Clear market leader with 75% global market share; 38 patents and 18 trademarks cover 148 countries.I'm responsible for growing the group & event sales business for the Houston Market's two indoor skydiving tunnels.

Proskydiving, Inc.  Rochelle, IL  2011 – Present Brand Marketing/Sales Manager• Directly oversee and implement all promotions and brand activities/strategies to establish and maintain a strong brand presence in the competitive marketplace• Increased partner acquisition and sales levels by 200% within the first 12 months through deliberate efforts strategically implemented in research, strategy, financial planning and relationship management• Develop and integrate key B2B sales and marketing strategies to successfully acquire a number of new partners• Efficiently conduct daily CRM activity both with partners and end users to ensure optimal business growth and success• Productively handle all aspects of social media marketing including actively engaging potential customers through social network channels such as Facebook and Twitter (xxx followers), newsletters and customizable reminders

Chicagoland Skydiving Center  Rochelle, IL  2012 – 2013 Chief Instructor: 2012 - 2013• Recognized as the “Top Personality” instructor for accompanying a number of celebrities and high profile customers on skydives and promoting an extremely enjoyable and safe atmosphere while providing a “total customer experience” beyond the skydive• Improved customer retention and first time customers by 70% as the top instructor and personality

General Manager for Flight Deck Bar and Grill: 2012 – 2013• Responsible for the “ground up” creation, design, permitting and implementation of a new bar and restaurant at CSC, awarded Illinois’ best airport restaurant for 2013• Coordinated with all state and local officials and distributors for strict compliance and regulations for a successful start-up• Successfully managed the brand strategy, promotions, vendor and supplier relations, event coordination and personal relations for both CSC and Flight Deck Bar and Grill

• Conducted extensive business analysis to determine consumption, market trends, production and inventory for building the company into a market leader• Effectively managed a 6-person customer service and marketing team to successfully launch new products and determine brand positioning/repositioning• Executed comprehensive competitive analysis and recommended key adjustments to company initiatives in response to market trends in order to ensure the company maintained a competitive edge• Championed the product line both internally and in the marketplace while creating an invigorating work atmosphere and environment • Established, developed and implemented a strategic brand awareness campaign, increasing sales and profit margins by 60% • Spearheaded the development of numerous media initiatives and advertising to further increase brand awareness• Introduced overall marketing plans and budgets, overseeing all facets of several projects from initiation to completion • Organized and conducted a number of local and international company expos, seminars and events while ensuring all activities ran smoothly and efficiently• Developed strategic social media marketing campaigns resulting in record breaking increases in traffic, revenues and overall web exposure

• Collaborated closely with the marketing manager to create the Reseller Relationship Program from initial concept and inception while overseeing the day to day management of the program• Managed RRP of over 150 resellers and served as the point of contact for the entire reseller network• Planned and attended a variety of local and international company expos, seminars and events

• Provided comprehensive product management expertise when advising the marketing team and corporate management on brand positioning and marketplace/consumer research• Meticulously monitored and enhanced profitability, growth and the brand image of multiple product lines• Thoroughly revamped and reinvigorated the overall sales and marketing strategy developing the company into a viable enterprise in the skydiving market segment• Successfully increased sales by 35% within the first 12 months• Regulated an extensive product line while ensuring market success for all merchandise• Coordinated all nationwide product demonstration events, sales tours, industry expos and seminars to cultivate national brand perception• Utilized the Internet as a medium to market products and services with low-cost strategies and techniques using services such as Google Adwords, social networking sites and targeted content positioning