Winston Welch Email & Phone Number

Honolulu, Hi, Us

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Manage all aspects of Hawaii's oldest and most respected environmental organization with branches throughout the state. Work included representing organization at large to the public, political advocacy & legislative testimony/work; press and media coverage; overseeing fundraising efforts; direct work with board and committees on all matters for the organization; financial oversight and best practices policy implementation; organizational management including daily operations; 501c3 compliance and Human Resources work; collaboration with other nonprofits, governmental entities, corporations, foundations, and individuals; and all other areas expected of an organization of this type.

Scottsdale, Arizona, Us

Consultant with with companies and organizations on their site selection and meetings procurement needs

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

12/2006 - 6/2007 and 12/2008 - 10/2014 Managed all aspects of 501(c)3 International Academic Society working with five successive elected boards Liaison with Executive Officers, Executive Council, committees, members, internal & outsourced staff, sponsors, publishers, donors, universities, non-profits, governments, and other stakeholders • Arranged conferences in Asia, Europe, Australia, Latin America and USA• Responsibility for all aspects of domestic and international conferences, all stages of planning, all hotel, venue, and tour negotiations, complete timeline, & overall organization • Increased total meeting revenue by 50% and quadrupled number of conferences per year• Completely overhauled complex organizational website. Selected and implemented new AMS online membership servicing, introduced electronic conference submission/planning, initiated conference apps, installed social media platforms, and other virtual improvements • Revamped accounting procedures for transparency and accountability, earning Guidestar Gold Rating. Initiated Annual Campaign. Fostered and obtained new grants. • Strategized with board for increased organizational business development advances• Exhibited skillful use of tact, diplomacy and humor for effective and positive outcomes • Demonstrated success globally, competence in intercultural awareness, effective communication skills and flexibility

Orlando, Fl, Us

Current Licensed Real Estate Agent, State of HawaiiVacation Ownership Sales and Service for Hilton Grand Vacations from 7/09-2/10; Wyndham Vacations from 6/03-5/04 and 6/03-3/04• Ended in top 3 sales place at Hilton to focus full-time on association management work• Experienced in Entry, Front line and In-house Sales

Kyoto, Kyoto, Jp

Various private and public schools, including the Doshisha University, Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Ritsumeikan University, and University of Hawaii, Academia Language School• Designed curriculum/courses; Recruited and advised students • Taught Business and ESL courses with emphasis on Global Studies/Issues & Current Affairs

1/2004 - 11/2006 and 10/2007 - 11/2008Managed all aspects of the 501(c)3 HGLCF and related Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival, one of the world's oldest LGBTQ Film Festivals• Facilitated the transition from its original founders to a sustainable, long-term board• Implemented robust online presence, including submissions, pass/ticket sales, & scheduling• Served first as Advertising Manager, and one concurrent year as Festival Director

Orlando, Fl, Us

I worked at Wyndham twice. The first time was from June of 2003 - May 2004 and then again from June 2006 - March 2007. I worked in Entry Program, Front Line, and In-House sales.

Hawaii health and wellness, eco-adventure, and culture magazine

Master Of Business Administration (Mba) In International Management

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba) Cum Laude, Economics Major & American Studies Minor

Education record