Chanda Calentine
Covington,KY
Summary
Energetic Events Coordinator and Economic Development Director with 20+ years of programming, organizing, and managing event experience in NYC, NC, Ohio and KY. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, collaboration, and excellent organizational skills. Training in the arts and non profit organizations, with a clear understanding of fiscal responsibility, venue management, and business principles. .
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator & Economic Development Director
The City Of Fort Thomas
07.2021 - Current
- Manage event operations and enhance community event experiences by planning and executing event logistics with cross-functional teams and city leadership.
- Utilize social media platforms, websites and apps effectively to promote upcoming events, reaching a wider audience base.
- Manage budgets effectively, negotiate contracts and cultivate strong partnerships with local businesses, churches, and schools, securing in-kind donations or sponsorships for various events.
- Create a safe and positive work environment for various individuals/groups.
- Utilize Bludot, CRM database, to maintain clear communication with businesses, leadership, and other departments for events and zoning.
- Support entrepreneurs or businesses relocating to our city by providing pertinent information and connections to ensure their successes.
Artistic Director
Asheville Community Theatre
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Created, developed and implemented artistic vision and direction of the theatre while working collaboratively with the Board and Staff.
- Hired and supervised production teams in order to uphold the artistic quality and standards of the theatre.
- Co-created annual budget (pre-pandemic 1 million) and developed a comprehensive plan to accomplish company objectives while staying within budget.
- Fostered community relationships and partnerships by participating in meetings, supporting and collaborating with other organizations.
- Created and maintained events calendars for 2 theatres and rehearsal spaces for ACT's Mainstage season, educational shows and classes, Autumn Players, and other local groups/partnerships.
Program Director
Asheville Community Theatre
08.2012 - 12.2019
- This title included the roles of Education Director, Box Office Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
- Developed and implemented education curriculum and programs from the ground up, laid out framework and defined roles.
- Created and oversaw education budget, including adult and youth classes, production classes, summer camps and student matinees.
- Hired all classroom teachers, production teams and summer camp staff members. Created contracts and schedules, held meetings to ensure the education of students, supported staff members and the overall success of programs.
- Managed all schedules for ushers, house managers, box office and concessions staff.
- Ran box office ticketing systems, Vendini and Salesforce/Patron Manager. Oversaw daily cashflow, ran reports for all receipts and cash deposits for shows and daily activities of theatre.
- Communicated with the public, families, volunteers and production teams to ensure the best costumer service, strong community connection and support of the theatre.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organization Communication
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2000
Skills
- Project Management and Multitasking
- Scheduling
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Policy Implementation
- Marketing
- Negotiation
- Food Service Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Budget Management
Accomplishments
Leadership Northern Kentucky Class of 2023
AVL Leadership Community Award - Forty Under 40 in 2018
Affiliations
- Fort Thomas Renaissance Board
- Fort Thomas Education Foundation - Board member
- Fort Thomas Village Players - Board member
- Victorian at Riverside - Board member
Timeline
Event Coordinator & Economic Development Director
The City Of Fort Thomas
07.2021 - Current
Artistic Director
Asheville Community Theatre
12.2019 - 06.2021
Program Director
Asheville Community Theatre
08.2012 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Organization Communication
Ohio University