Knowledgeable professional with strong background managing wide range of business operations. Adept at developing and implementing new strategies with strong understanding of industry landscape. Motivated self-starter quickly adapts to changing environments and manages multiple tasks simultaneously.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist Manager
Dream Crew Entertainment, LLC
01.2015 - Current
Supported artist goals with corresponding action plans and timelines.
Leverage networks to identify and generate opportunities to increase exposure and revenue for clients.
Established strong relationships to partner with and navigate artists with wide range of personality types.
Oversaw budget and worked with artist to drive fiscal responsibility and profitability.
Set realistic expectations with clients to consistently deliver on expectations.
Assist clients with developing personal brand and public image.
Confirmed smooth operations between clients and talent by acting as liaison.
Negotiate with managers, promoters and union officials regarding client contractual rights and obligations.
Oversee diverse aspects of talent representation and bookings, confirming efficient operations.
Fostered relationships with industry professionals for future connections.
Hospitality Consultant
The Carver Companies
07.2014 - 09.2021
Collaborated with various team members to meet guests' requests.
Trained and supervised staff to provide highest level of customer service.
Established and maintained relationships with key customers to promote satisfaction and loyalty.
Stayed up-to-date with industry regulations and standards to offer compliant hospitality services.
Sought and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
Enforced provision of services in line with company standards.
Developed and executed strategies to improve customer experience in hospitality settings.
Planned, organized and managed events, following client specifications to enhance satisfaction.
Developed and executed strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Coordinated with vendors to get prompt delivery of hospitality services.
Negotiated with vendors to reduce costs and improve quality of services.
Managed day-to-day operations of hotel facility, scheduling staff and overseeing budgets.
Director of Food and Beverage
Doubletree By Hilton
03.2009 - 07.2014
Planned operations to effectively cover needs while controlling costs and maximizing service.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Worked with qualified chef to diversify menu with new offerings.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Customer Service/Whole Sale Manager
The Tyler Perry Company
05.2002 - 01.2006
Was successful in placing the Madea video series in the Walmart drug stores nationwide.
Created and developed the distribution process of the Madea video series to independent black bookstores
Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
Assumed ownership over team productivity and managed work flow to meet or exceed quality service goals.
Collaborated with marketing department to launch and manage promotional activities and campaigns.
Researched and observed emerging markets and market shifts to take advantage of potential leads and new markets.
Tour Manager
The Tony Rich Project
01.1999 - 01.2021
Staff Road Manager
South Paw Entertainment
01.1995 - 01.2000
Brown Stone
The Braxton's
Janet Jackson
Shades
Mya
Deborah Cox
Road Manager
TLC
01.1991 - 01.1993
Road Manager
Ralph Tresvant
01.1990 - 02.1991
Production Assistant
Triple Treat Tour
03.1990 - 05.1990
BBD
Keith Sweat
Johnny Gill
Wardrobe Manager
Stephanie Mills
05.1987 - 01.1990
Christopher Williams
Wardrobe Stylist
Jeffery Osbourn
01.1987 - 01.1989
Education
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
Skills
Providing Feedback
Complex Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Supporting Artist
Professional Relationships
Active Learning
Business Growth
Timeline
Artist Manager
Dream Crew Entertainment, LLC
01.2015 - Current
Hospitality Consultant
The Carver Companies
07.2014 - 09.2021
Director of Food and Beverage
Doubletree By Hilton
03.2009 - 07.2014
Customer Service/Whole Sale Manager
The Tyler Perry Company
05.2002 - 01.2006
Tour Manager
The Tony Rich Project
01.1999 - 01.2021
Staff Road Manager
South Paw Entertainment
01.1995 - 01.2000
Road Manager
TLC
01.1991 - 01.1993
Production Assistant
Triple Treat Tour
03.1990 - 05.1990
Road Manager
Ralph Tresvant
01.1990 - 02.1991
Wardrobe Manager
Stephanie Mills
05.1987 - 01.1990
Wardrobe Stylist
Jeffery Osbourn
01.1987 - 01.1989
Louisiana State University And A&M College
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