Blake Bryant
Ponte Vedra Beach,FL
Summary
Results-driven marketing and events professional with expertise in media relations, sponsorship acquisition, and strategic partnerships. Skilled in producing editorial content for top publications like Elle, Numéro, and L’Officiel and securing collaborations with brands such as Charlotte Tilbury and Rebecca Minkoff. Experienced in talent scouting, contract negotiation, and team-building initiatives, including corporate events. Strong organizational abilities in executive support, meeting coordination, and confidential data management. Adept at streamlining operations, optimizing vendor contracts, and leading onboarding and training programs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
The Dragons Management
01.2024 - Current
- Oversaw sponsorship acquisition and media relations for the launch event of several music videos and a film.
- Worked with global teams to produce editorials for leading publications like Elle, Numéro, and L'Officiel.
- Established strategic partnerships with prominent companies such as Charlotte Tilbury, Rebecca Minkoff, and Ema Savahl.
- Expanded casting territory and launched scouting programs in Atlanta and New York.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise for special events.
- Planned team-building events, including a polo match at The Villages, to strengthen company culture.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Executive Assistant
QSS
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors and president.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
Business Development Specialist/ Brand Partnership
CelebExperts
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Advised corporate clients on influencer marketing strategies and managed onboarding of new clients.
- Launched Jen Selter's partnership with BlendJet, selling millions of units in 38 countries, and coordinated special appearances and in-person activations at events such as FitExpo and the New York Fitness and Wellness Expo
- Initiated and managed Jen Selter's partnership and campaign for Guess activewear, selling out the collection.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online database.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Supported customers by offering online styling services, recommending new products from their favorite brands, and upselling accessories
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Exceeded sales goals by 15% on a regular basis
- Managed our store's social media
Marketing Intern
Celeb Experts
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Created content for the company's website and social media accounts
- Wrote and distributed press releases to highlight clients' recent projects and achievements
- Monitored website performance and tracked SEO metrics, such as page rank, link popularity, and keyword rankings
- Researched competitor trends and interpreted findings to report conclusions to supervisors.
- Assisted in coordinating all aspects of corporate events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
UNF
Jacksonville05-2020
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Incidents management
- Marketing
- Production
- Unsurpassed work ethic
Timeline
Operations Manager
The Dragons Management
01.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant
QSS
02.2022 - 01.2024
Business Development Specialist/ Brand Partnership
CelebExperts
03.2021 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
03.2020 - 02.2021
Marketing Intern
Celeb Experts
10.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
UNF
Similar Profiles
Matthew HonakerMatthew Honaker
Assistant Swim Coach at CARY PARK SEA DRAGONSAssistant Swim Coach at CARY PARK SEA DRAGONS
Caleb FarrCaleb Farr
Assistant Clubhouse Manager at Dayton DragonsAssistant Clubhouse Manager at Dayton Dragons
Ryan JacksonRyan Jackson
Club Lacrosse Positional Coach at Dragons Lacrosse ClubClub Lacrosse Positional Coach at Dragons Lacrosse Club