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Clayton  Orr

Clayton Orr

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in event logistics and marketing, successfully leading strategic initiatives at multiple firms. Proven ability to enhance client engagement and achieve sales growth through effective project management and team collaboration. Recognized for delivering innovative solutions that drive measurable results and build lasting relationships.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Creative Director

Southwest Sound Entertainment
Houston, Tx
09.2025 - Current
  • Deliver professional and creative entertainment solutions for corporate and social events.
  • Design and manage event logistics to ensure seamless execution.
  • Facilitated team-building experiences tailored to enhance collaboration and engagement.

Meetings and Events Director

Orr Creative, LLC
Houston, Tx
06.2025 - Current
  • Deliver strategic and operational expertise to clients in various sectors including energy, technology, pharmaceutical, and education.
  • Facilitated venue sourcing and conceptual development for diverse conferences and events.
  • Designed innovative solutions to enhance attendee engagement at meetings, conventions, and festivals.

Director of Sales

360 Destination Group
Houstson, Tx
09.2018 - 06.2025
  • Established Houston branch, achieving status as a leading office in Texas with sales exceeding targets.
  • Achieved annual revenue improvements in six of seven years, consistently surpassing goals.
  • Developed long-term strategic objectives to drive overall office success.
  • Implemented pricing strategies that boosted profits while preserving customer loyalty.
  • Collaborated across departments to ensure successful execution of sales initiatives.
  • Engaged actively in local industry organizations to enhance networking opportunities.

Cofounder & Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Dm Premier Services
Houston, Tx
09.2011 - 08.2018
  • Cofounded Destination Management Company and event-planning firm.
  • Directed strategic initiatives to achieve established goals and objectives.
  • Managed all sales operations and collaborated with creative and operations teams for successful event delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Psychology

Austin College
Sherman, TX
05-1993

Skills

  • Sales management
  • Creative direction
  • Event logistics and marketing
  • Team collaboration
  • Venue sourcing
  • Client relationship management
  • Strategic planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Project management

Affiliations

  • Passionate cyclist and dedicated to physical fitness
  • Avid lover of sports
  • Connoisseur of ageless Dad Jokes

Timeline

Owner and Creative Director

Southwest Sound Entertainment
09.2025 - Current

Meetings and Events Director

Orr Creative, LLC
06.2025 - Current

Director of Sales

360 Destination Group
09.2018 - 06.2025

Cofounder & Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Dm Premier Services
09.2011 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Psychology

Austin College