Wesley Frugé

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Managing Director at Intiman Theatre @ Intiman Theatre
seattle, washington, united states
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Seattle, Washington, United States, United States
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About Wesley Frugé

Highly motivated, passionate, creative thinker. Producer of live events. Director of theater and drag shows. Outside-the-box Administrative Professional. A self-starter who thrives in challenging, high-demand work atmospheres. Resourceful, positive, and extremely confidential. Currently seeking new opportunity in highly creative environments.Previous experience includes EA and Special Assistant to the CEO at williamsworks, EA to the CEO at Treehouse, EA to the SVP of Merchandising & the VP of Marketing at Ralph Lauren, EA to the VP of Retail Development at Ralph Lauren, and 2+ years Personal Assistant work.Also the Founder and Artistic Director of Forward Flux Productions, a 501(c)(3) non-profit live arts production company that presents innovative projects and brand new plays. And the Executive Director of BeautyBoiz, a queer nightlife event company.Specialties: Event Production and Management, Advanced Calendar Management, Travel Planning (International & Domestic), Writing, Organizing, Budget Planning, Fundraising, Creative Marketing, Adobe Photoshop, Office Suite, Outlook, Effective Communicator, Project Planning & Management, Arts Management

Wesley Frugé's Current Company Details
Intiman Theatre

Intiman Theatre

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Managing Director at Intiman Theatre
seattle, washington, united states
Website:
intiman.org
Employees:
31
Wesley Frugé Work Experience Details
  • Intiman Theatre
    Managing Director
    Intiman Theatre Apr 2022 - Present
  • Intiman Theatre
    Development And Communications Director
    Intiman Theatre Aug 2019 - Apr 2022
    Seattle, Wa
    Lead Intiman towards financial sustainability and guarantee accessibility for audiences of all backgrounds at this Tony-award winning regional theatre ($1M annual budget).• Guided the company through a crisis in 2019, managing intense press coverage and rallying the community to raise over a quarter million dollars in 3-months• Developed strategy to diversify the board of directors, changing over the entire board in one year • Manage a four-person team to set and reach contributed and earned financial goals• Create and direct communications campaigns and press strategy for all programs and announcements• Sustained audience engagement during COVID by launching digital events and virtual Town Halls • Developed and managed a strategic planning process that engaged 200 people from the community• Grew the grant funding for the company, surpassing 2020 goals by over $40k• Redeveloped company website, donation portal, box office, and oversaw rebranding of all programs• Manage all tech platforms, including Google Apps, Salesforce / PatronManager, MailChimp
  • Intiman Theatre
    Consulting Marketing Director
    Intiman Theatre Mar 2019 - Jul 2019
    Seattle
    Consulting at Intiman Theatre in marketing, branding, fundraising, board recruitment and development, and community engagement.• Created and directed the “Free for Everyone” access program, including fundraising strategy (which brought in over $130k) and awareness campaign, doubling the number of tickets distributed show over show• Designed demographic capture strategy, tracking the impact of the program: 40% of attendees were people of color, 9% were attending the theatre for the first time in their life, and over 55% earn less than $45k/year
  • Forward Flux Productions
    Founder + Executive Director
    Forward Flux Productions Nov 2010 - Dec 2023
    Greater Seattle Area
    Executive Director of BeautyBoiz project, providing a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. beautyboiz.comLead all aspects of this 501(c)(3) non-profit theatre production company, expanding access for audiences of all ages to the live arts, and amplifying the work of women, LGBTQ, and POC artists.• Manage board recruitment and on boarding process, successfully recruiting 10 members.• Lead all fundraising efforts and strategy development, raising $150,000 for this brand-new company in 5 yrs.• Direct all programming, from material selection to the stage, including all hiring & budget setting processes.• Recruit and manage a volunteer staff, ranging in size from 6-12 local producers and artists.• Lead marketing and brand development efforts, including website and social media audience of over 5,000.• Produced over 50 events at 40 different venues throughout Seattle, including 8 main stage productions, parties, staged readings, fundraisers, a podcast, silent discos and more. • Launched the queer nightlife brand BeautyBoiz, growing Forward Flux’s parties into an ever-expanding mix of theater meets nightlife, employing local LGBTQ artists and providing a safe space for queer people.• Cultivated an audience and donor base, with dynamic programming that has reached over 7,500 people.• Provided over 600 paid opportunities for artists in Seattle, with a focus on gender parity and race equity.
  • Washington State Department Of Transportation
    Program Administrator - Diversity & Inclusion
    Washington State Department Of Transportation Mar 2019 - Jul 2019
    Seattle
    Contract staffed by Robert HalfAssist Bobby Forch in managing and administering diversity and inclusion plans for WSDOT mega-programs, specifically the Alaskan Way Viaduct removal and tunnel replacement.
  • Williamsworks
    Consultant
    Williamsworks Mar 2018 - Mar 2019
    Assist with projects, hiring, and consulting as needed.
  • Williamsworks
    Special Assistant To Ceo
    Williamsworks Oct 2015 - Mar 2018
    Provide Project Management support to the Founder + CEO on client accounts that she is heavily involved in. Manage special events for our firm's many clients as needed.• Manage CEO's calendar, overseeing scheduling with high-profile clients and politicians.• Create and manage company annual budget, and assist with tracking quarterly progress.• Provide administrative support to the board, founder, and for the fundraising efforts of Eastern Congo Initiative, which CEO co-founded with Ben Affleck and serves as Vice Chair of the board.• Manage and update company website (WordPress).• Manage and oversee new hires and vendors, including interview process.• Project Manager for key clients.• Draft briefing memos for clients, including research.• Manage event details and logistics for client events, including guest list tracking and RSVP's, venue contracts, gifts for guests, etc.• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key partners to the firm, including high profile clients.• Plan and book elaborate domestic and international travel itineraries.• Work directly with high profile clients on travel and logistical support (including private planes).• Track and allocate all monthly expenditures for CEO and oversee non-billable expenses for the company.• Sign checks on behalf of CEO, and manage relationship with bank.• Welcome CEO's personal guests to Seattle, and assist with logistics and reservations.• Book and manage vendors at CEO's personal home.
  • Williamsworks
    Executive Assistant To Founder & Ceo
    Williamsworks Dec 2013 - Oct 2015
    Provide consistently flawless support to the Founder + CEO of this boutique philanthropic consultancy firm, overseeing communications, company goals, and internal project deadlines for the entire team.- Manage the CEO’s complicated calendar, setting meeting priorities with very little input, and allowing maximum exposure across clients and internal team as needed.- Represent CEO in internal meetings when she is out of town.- Provide administrative support to the board, founder, and for the fundraising efforts of Eastern Congo Initiative, which CEO co-founded and serves as Vice Chair of the board.- Draft and manage the company-wide goals and operational protocol.- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key partners to the firm, maximizing CEO’s access to important business and personal contacts around the world.- Oversee and edit team correspondence and business briefs before delivery to CEO.- Manage the firm’s financial forecast and budget, providing weekly updates to the CEO.- Oversee the firm’s new business pipeline, ensuring all potential clients are receiving adequate attention, and send weekly updates on team progress.- Plan and book elaborate domestic and international travel itineraries, building in last minute change options based on our constantly shifting client needs.- Work directly with high profile clients on travel and logistical support.- Event Planning and Management for high profile clients and prominent political figures.- Project Manager for certain client accounts.- Work on CEO’s behalf 24/7 to provide real-time responses to any and all requests.- Oversee client expense billing, reducing non-billable expenditures dramatically year over year.
  • Casey Family Programs
    Sr. Administrative Assistant To The Ceo
    Casey Family Programs Jan 2018 - Sep 2018
    Seattle
    Temporary assignment staffed by Robert HalfAssisted with managing and running the CEO’s office at this nationwide non-profit specializing in child health services, foster care support and advocacy. • Booked all travel for CEO, working closely with his lead assistant on all logistics • Reconciled all expenses for CEO• Handled all executive team meetings, including catering and technical details
  • Treehouse – Giving Foster Kids A Childhood And A Future
    Executive Assistant To Ceo
    Treehouse – Giving Foster Kids A Childhood And A Future Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
    Seattle, Wa
    Supported the CEO, executives, and Board of Directors in their day to day of running this highly successful non-profit while they conducted a search for a full time EA. Duties:-Calendar management-Meeting planning-Prep materials for board meetings-Take minutes of committee and board meetings-Draft and edit correspondence-Assist with projects as needed
  • Ralph Lauren
    Executive Assistant To Svp Of Merchandising And Vp Of Marketing (Women'S Wholesale)
    Ralph Lauren May 2012 - Oct 2013
    Greater New York City Area
    Supported two high-level executives and worked across divisions to keep our team running on schedule.- Managed the Merchandising team calendar working cross-divisionally with Design & Production to keep product development on time and ensuring all deadlines are met.- Floor Manager for 5th floor at 550 7th ave. overseeing the printer room, annual supplies budget, and ensured all supplies and needs of the floor were met in a timely manner.- Managed Ms. Aronson & Ms. Bacal’s extensive Outlook calendars and assisted with emails.- Handled monthly expense reports including international spending. - Booked all business and personal travel and appointments for Ms. Aronson.- Covered vacations for the other division assistants, at times supporting as many as six executives at once (including Kim Roy, President).- Worked remotely to train new assistant in this role, teaching all processes that were established during my time that are now the standard for operation.
  • Ralph Lauren
    Executive Assistant To The Vice President Of Retail Development
    Ralph Lauren Jan 2012 - May 2012
    New York City
    Provided consistently flawless support to Mr. Baldo LaRussa, Vice President of Retail Development at Lauren Ralph Lauren while his current assistant was on Maternity Leave. - Managed daily Outlook calendar and email correspondence- Oversaw Mr. LaRussa's direct reports in the field to ensure all deadlines and duties were fulfilled- Collected information from the field team of 100+ to create and manage comprehensive spreadsheets for the central office- Created and approved monthly budget reports to account for all personal expenses - Learned a brand new online system introduced by RL corporate and was a main contact for the field team on this new method- Took ownership of special projects including organizing volunteer events, planning offsite meetings, and equipment ordering for the field and central team- Built a strong knowledge of the workings of Retail Development, Ralph Lauren, and our many accounts including Macy's and Lord & Taylor quickly and efficiently after less than one week's training
  • Atrium Staffing
    Temp
    Atrium Staffing Jul 2011 - May 2012
    New York City
    Temp positions include:Receptionist at Ralph Lauren Executive OfficeOffice Administrator at Polo Ralph Lauren, Children's Trim Division (Long term position)Receptionist at Spring Design Partners
  • Private Entrepreneur
    Personal / Executive Assistant
    Private Entrepreneur Jun 2009 - Jul 2011
    New York City
    Contributed to the overall success in this private entrepreneur's personal life and businesses.Personal Assistant- Head Asst. & Gate Keeper checking emails, making appointments, and interviewing / managing staff.- Worked out of home and two offices over-seeing all areas as needed.- Booked travel, cars, reservations, etc. and managed calendars. - Maintained correspondence with celebrities and A-list contacts.- Occasional travel for meetings and / or events.Epic Group Worldwide – Events and PR Services: Event Coordinator- Oversaw client communication, Created illustrative proposals, Drafted contracts and assisted with negotiations, Assisted with venue selection and client tours, Composed Excel budget spreadsheets, Conducted casting calls and made casting decisions.- Managed staff during events and ensured that all planned elements ran smoothly. Called stage show cues and worked with venue management on timing of food serve out.- Other duties included: developing creative ideas to drive sales for restaurants, nightlife, and lounges; assisting with brand re-launches; red carpet film premiere promotion; associate design and promotion for celebrity events and magazine launches.Plus Factor, Inc. – Manhattan Loft Share Rentals: Operations Manager- Oversaw the day-to-day operations for two Manhattan locations with over 35 rooms.- Developed and streamlined rental operations (ads for the rooms, screening of potential tenants, scheduling of showings, showing procedures, applications, and leases) to maximize tenant occupancy while minimizing vacancy losses.- Brought occupancy levels from 55% to 96% in one year’s time increasing revenue.- Procured two large business accounts to provide local schools with student housing and managed the business relationships personally.- Conducted preliminary interviews, trained new hires, and supervised maintenance staff.
  • The Premier Group
    Temp
    The Premier Group Aug 2008 - May 2009
    Established an excellent reputation for quality work by filling in where needed, adapting quickly, and displaying a friendly and professional demeanor for this staffing agency.Cartier:- Assisted the North American CEO while his assistant was out of town.- Held a recurring position as the front desk receptionist for Cartier’s flag ship store on 5th Ave.IWC:- Managed and ran the NYC headquarters while all staff attended off-site meetingsDirect Marketing Association:- Recurring position as receptionist for NYC headquarters
  • Omaha Community Playhouse
    Actor/Dance Captain
    Omaha Community Playhouse Nov 2008 - Dec 2008
    Nebraska Theatre CaravanA Christmas Carol - Beggar
  • Little Theatre On The Square
    Actor
    Little Theatre On The Square Jun 2008 - Jul 2008
    West Side Story - Action
  • Nickel Spa
    Front Desk Attendant
    Nickel Spa Feb 2007 - Jun 2008
    Contributed to the high-class experience held by this spa by maintaining professional and attentive front of house service.- Built a loyal client base by ensuring a rewarding and satisfying spa experience for all.- Over saw all aspects of guest’s stay including check-in, suggesting add on services, check-out, and handling any complaints.- Managed the client bookings for all spa services to ensure maximum amount of appointments and revenue.- Handled highly private information discreetly and dealt with celebrities and high profile clients.- Balanced the books nightly and handled large amounts of money.- Provided excellent customer service over the phone with bookings, promotions, and new client intake.
  • Prather Entertainment Group
    Actor
    Prather Entertainment Group Oct 2007 - May 2008
    Guys and Dolls - Angie the OxHolly Jolly Christmas - Featured PerformerNote: 6 week break between February and April.
  • Restaurant Associates
    Butler
    Restaurant Associates Jan 2006 - Mar 2008
    Contributed to Restaurant Associates reputation of superior event service by leading service teams and providing attention to the order and manner of service.- Provided strong attention to detail and superior service skills to make every guest at every event a VIP.- Top Butler requested for host tables, celebrities and maintaining that new staff are serving to R. A. standards- Team leader (“A” Butler) for sit down dinner service and Sweep Team Leader for large dinner serve out.NOTE: I remained a part-time employee working occasional nights and weekends as needed until June, 2010.
  • Jenney Wiley Theatre
    Actor
    Jenney Wiley Theatre May 2007 - Aug 2007
    Disney's High School Musical - RyanWest Side Story - Action
  • Wohlfahrt Haus
    Actor
    Wohlfahrt Haus Sep 2006 - Oct 2006
    Oklahoma! - Ensemble / Dancer
  • Jenny Wiley Theatre
    Actor
    Jenny Wiley Theatre May 2006 - Aug 2006
    Music Man - Ensemble / Tommy U/sFootloose - Lyle / Willard U/s (performed)
  • Stages Repertory Theatre
    Asst. Director
    Stages Repertory Theatre Oct 2005 - Nov 2005
    Silence - Asst. Director to Rob BundyLight Board Operator for the show
  • Alley Theatre
    Teaching Artist
    Alley Theatre Sep 2005 - Nov 2005
    Traveled to Houston area schools teaching after school performing arts classes.
  • Main Street Theatre
    Actor
    Main Street Theatre Aug 2005 - Oct 2005
    Red Badge of Courage - Henry (Lead)If you take a Mouse to the Movies - Walter (Lead)
  • Main Street Theatre
    Actor
    Main Street Theatre May 2004 - Aug 2004
    Seussical the Musical - Ensemble / Vlad Vladikoff

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