Adam McCarty
Foristell,MO
Summary
Accomplished operations and event professional with extensive experience managing teams, optimizing workflows, and delivering high-impact experiences in sports, hospitality, and large-scale production environments. Demonstrated success serving as Manager on Duty, training and directing staff, coordinating event logistics, implementing safety and compliance standards, and collaborating with stakeholders to execute complex, multi-department initiatives. Background includes operational leadership and event execution at Cedar Lake Cellars, sales, and hospitality with the St. Louis Cardinals, support staff for the Lindenwood University football team, 13 years of production experience at Anheuser-Busch, and youth football coaching.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator (Corporate)
Cedar Lake Cellars
05.2025 - Current
- Manage the full premium event sales cycle, including prospecting, consultations, contracting, and upselling.
- Coordinate large-scale events and premium experiences, overseeing staffing, execution logistics, guest flow, and client relations.
- Build sponsorship packages, and secure partners for major events.
- Operate as Manager on Duty to ensure premium-level service, issue resolution, and smooth operations.
- Assist the Event Sales Manager with creating schedules, interviewing prospective staff members, and training staff.
- Take on operations tasks, and direct the team on facility work.
- Handle Operations Manager tasks when they are not present at the winery.
- Serve on the Executive Board for the company charity, assisting with strategy and event leadership.
- I took ownership of the company's LinkedIn page, posting regularly on it and creating videos.
Journeyman Brewer
Anheuser-Busch
09.2012 - 05.2025
- Managed raw material inventory and executed production requirements in a high-pressure environment.
- Took ownership in learning and creating the layout of a new production position along with developing a planning schedule.
- Managed production planning for the entire brewing department.
- Developed SOPs and training curricula for department staff.
- Oversaw shipping, receiving, and logistical workflows.
- Helped achieve KPI results desired by tracking and maintaining PIs in my areas.
- Complete annual safety training and serve as a safety coordinator for the department.
Defensive Analyst (Intern)
Lindenwood University
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Performed opponent film breakdown using Catapult; produced analytical insights for coaches.
- Managed SkyCoach systems, headsets, and gameday technology.
- Assisted with practice operations, drills, and recruiting evaluations.
Ticket Sales Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Use ProVenue (CRM) to find prospective seat selections and complete transactions for guests
- Handled ticketing sales and customer service via inbound calls.
- Assisted with stadium publications and theme-night promotional events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Rawlings Sports Business Management (Data Analytics Focus)
Maryville University
St Louis, MO05.2025
Skills
Software
Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, SQL, Acadia (SOP creator), ProVenue (CRM), Catapult, SkyCoach, Teamworks, Caterease (CRM), Google Docs
Certifications
ServSafe (2025), Hazwopper, Fork Truck Certified, NSLS Member, USA Football Tackle Certification (2021)
Interpersonal & Leadership
Union Shop Steward (4 yrs), B2C Sales, B2B Sales, Staff Training, Safety Coordinator, Event and Winery Management
Accomplishments
Helped increase event sales from 44 events in 2024 to 100+ for 2025.
Most booked Corporate Holiday Parties in a single calendar year
Created, planned, cold called partners for prize donations, coordinated, and executed Cedar Lake Cellars first ever car show (Chrome & Corks)
July 2025 Employee of the Month (Cedar Lake Cellars)
Selected by peers to be their Shop Steward (Anheuser-Busch)
Hands on creation of the New Products Flavors position at Anheuser-Busch
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Coordinator (Corporate)
Cedar Lake Cellars
05.2025 - Current
Defensive Analyst (Intern)
Lindenwood University
07.2024 - 12.2024
Ticket Sales Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
05.2023 - 10.2024
Journeyman Brewer
Anheuser-Busch
09.2012 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Rawlings Sports Business Management (Data Analytics Focus)
Maryville University