DOUGLAS HAMMACK
Bonanza
Summary
Dynamic event professional with a proven track record in designing, building, and executing diverse, world-class events that captivate and engage audiences. Expertise in leveraging innovative concepts and strategic planning to create memorable experiences aligned with organizational goals. Committed to fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and outstanding results. Passionate about transforming visions into reality through meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of audience needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Event Coordinator
Various Events Nationwide
02.2009 - Current
- Manage all aspects of events from planning to execution and post event reporting
- Audio and video setup and production for major national events
- Edit and preparation of graphics and videos via various software for visuals during events and broadcasts
- Coordinate video production team for in house and broadcasts
- Vendor coordination
- 3d modeling for event design and setup
- Implement new and custom software solutions
- Liaise with major national production companies
- Manage teams of up to 15+
Director of Operations
The Hammack Group
04.2005 - Current
- Assist in all aspects of coordination and execution of major aviation events with attendees ranging from 10,000-90,000 attendees.
- Coordinate with FAA, DOD, and local government agencies
- Develop and implement traffic plans, ingress and egress for parking, and ingress and egress solutions for foot traffic
- Manage vendors
- Negotiate and coordinate with multiple contractors
- Liaise with military jet demonstration teams and civilian performers
Manager
Arizona Reining Horse Association
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Manage day to day operations for the AZRHA
- Manage multiple annual events, including venue negotiations, rental vendors, hire, contract, and manage staff
- Marketing of events
- Liaise with multiple government and private organizations on behalf of AZRHA
- Monitor financials for the 501(c)3
Assistant Race Director
Warrior Cycling
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Worked as a lead team member in developing and executing Mountain Bike Races
- Coordinate logistics for each event
- Setup and strike event areas, mark race course, and coordinate traffic plans
- Obtain required permits for each event
Skills
- Live event execution
- Logistical planning for events
- Government and military relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Comprehensive marketing plans
- Effective communication with media
- Team staffing coordination
- Remote project coordination
- FAA Compliance
- Air Traffic Coordination
- Sponsorship delivery
- Participant tracking and registration
- Stage production oversight
- Equine event coordination
Timeline
Manager
Arizona Reining Horse Association
10.2020 - 12.2023
Assistant Race Director
Warrior Cycling
03.2015 - 09.2015
Freelance Event Coordinator
Various Events Nationwide
02.2009 - Current
Director of Operations
The Hammack Group
04.2005 - Current
SPECIFIC EVENTS
- AQHA World Show
- AZQHA Sun Circuit
- Airshow Western Colorado
- Airshow Colorado
- Evansville Freedom Festival
- Marshall Air Fest
- Breeders Challenge Finale
- The Run For A Million
- New Mexico State Fair
- Wyoming State Fair
- Summer under the Stars Concert Series
- Ridgeline Rampage Race
- North Platte Air Show
- Peaceful Valley Mountain Bike Derby
- AQHA Novice Championship
- NRHA High Roller Reining Classic
- NRHA Cactus Classic
- APHA World Championship
- Colorado State Fair
- National Western Stock Show