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Donald Goldberg

Miami Beach

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in event sales, strategic partnerships, and customer experience management. Proven track record in developing and executing sales strategies, managing facility rental programs, and fostering key business relationships. Adept at overseeing events ranging from intimate gatherings to high-end productions for 500+ attendees.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Management & Strategy Consultant

Independent Consultant
2024.06 - Current
  • Develop comprehensive event sales strategies focusing on revenue growth and customer experience enhancement
  • Implement CRM best practices to improve client relationship management and sales tracking
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline event operations and improve overall efficiency.


Director of Partnerships & Events

SUPERBLUE
2021.01 - 2024.06
  • Spearheaded all aspects of event sales and logistics, from lead generation to execution
  • Developed and executed sales plans that consistently grew event revenue opportunities
  • Cultivated relationships with significant, repeat customers aligned with organizational goals.

Key Achievements:

  • Generated over $3.5M in private hire sales through strategic planning and excellent customer service.
  • Secured and managed brand collaborations with high-profile clients including Dior, Amex, Lancôme, Meta, and Mastercard.
  • Successfully managed events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, including an Alicia Keys concert and two Miami Art Weeks.

Director of Operations and Sales

CREATIVE EDGE PARTIES
2019.01 - 2020.01
  • Oversaw all aspects of the facility rental program for the Miami division
  • Collaborated with internal partners to ensure smooth event experiences from inquiry to breakdown
  • Prepared and monitored event budgets for facility rentals and catering sales.

Operations Manager

VISTA
2018.01 - 2019.01
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a high-volume venue, achieving over $7M in annual sales
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance customer experiences
  • Served as the primary contact for all event-related inquiries, ensuring client satisfaction.

Event Sales & F&B Manager

SOHO BEACH HOUSE
2012.01 - 2014.01
  • Directed 475+ private hire events with budgets up to $200,000
  • Conducted site visits, pre-event planning meetings, and oversaw event execution
  • Utilized CRM systems to track opportunities and maintain accurate client communications.

Education

BA - Fine Arts

Florida International University

Associate Arts -

Boston University

Skills

  • Sales Pipeline Management
  • Marketing Campaign Execution
  • Revenue Growth & Forecasting
  • CRM System Utilization
  • Brand Partnership Development
  • Client Needs Assessment

Communityleadership

  • Executive Board Member, Slow Food, Miami
  • Board Member, Parks and Recreation Board, City of Miami Beach
  • Committee Member, Human Rights Committee, City of Miami Beach
  • Board Member, Kids Helping Kids Succeed

Earliercareer

  • Restaurant Manager, The Hungry Cat, Los Angeles, CA, 01/01/2010, 12/31/2011
  • Bar Manager, The Doheny (213 Inc.), Los Angeles, CA, 01/01/2008, 12/31/2010
  • Food/Beverage Manager / Banquet Manager, Hotel Park City, Park City, UT, 01/01/2006, 12/31/2008
  • Assistant to Food & Beverage Director, Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles, CA, 01/01/2006, 01/01/2006

Timeline

Management & Strategy Consultant

Independent Consultant
2024.06 - Current

Director of Partnerships & Events

SUPERBLUE
2021.01 - 2024.06

Director of Operations and Sales

CREATIVE EDGE PARTIES
2019.01 - 2020.01

Operations Manager

VISTA
2018.01 - 2019.01

Event Sales & F&B Manager

SOHO BEACH HOUSE
2012.01 - 2014.01

BA - Fine Arts

Florida International University

Associate Arts -

Boston University
Donald Goldberg