Christopher Reed

Marietta,GA

Summary

Accomplished director with a proven ability to develop, implement and deliver clients vision that support event objectives. Emphasis on business development, execution and future growth. Recognized as an expert in identifying and directing client's vision. Respected leader, able to build highly motivated management teams focused on achieving 100% client satisfaction and event financial goals. Performance-driven Vice President with 30 years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business judgment.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Technical Operations (Sr Event Director)

Medalist Sports LLC

11.2012 - Current

Large scale national/international professional and caused related cycling/running events
Manage budgets that range from $50,000 to $2 million
Consult/Execute with client on brand and marketing objectives and initiatives
Create sponsor packages, manage sponsorship activations
Work/Negotiate with vendors, federal, state and local agencies; permits and contracts
Project Oversight - all aspects of project, work with team to plan and execute timeline.

Co-Owner/Event Director

Ascent Productions, Inc.

01.2007 - 11.2012

Produce national level events
Coordinate and implement large-scale volunteer, transportation, marketing and grassroots promotional campaigns
Design multi day sports related events from conception through execution
Independent contractor for Medalist Sports LLC and many other event-based clients
Created numerous start-up sporting and cause related events
Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.

Education

B.S. Hotel Management -

Vermont State University, Johnson, Vermont

05.1992

Internship - Kellogg Center, School of Hotel Hospitality -

Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan

09.1991

Skills

Strategic & Logistical Planning
High Profile Sponsorship/Planning
Operating Budget Administration
Vendor Negotiations
Event Marketing
Project Management
Hospitality Management

Human Resources/Staffing
Metrics Tracking
Operations Management
Revenue Cycle Management
Risk Management
Resource Allocation
Business Development

Ultra runner, Triathlete, Travel

Accomplished athlete, over 25 years of finishing races and having fun along the way!

Timeline

Vice President of Technical Operations (Sr Event Director) - Medalist Sports LLC

11.2012 - Current

Co-Owner/Event Director - Ascent Productions, Inc.

01.2007 - 11.2012

Vermont State University - B.S. Hotel Management,

Michigan State University - Internship - Kellogg Center, School of Hotel Hospitality,