Gregory L Hooper
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 30 years of experience in the event management industry. Skilled in project management, team leadership, and artistic design, consistently delivering high-quality events that exceed client expectations and enhance brand reputation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Fauxcades, Inc
Dallas, Texas
04.2004 - 01.2026
- Supervised and coordinated all departments (ex.) creative design, production, marketing, client relations, finance, and operations) to ensure smooth event execution.
- Ensured design standards, production timelines, and client satisfaction meet or exceed expectations.
- Represented the company in client meetings, managed expectations, and ensured strong post-event follow-up.
Decor Manager, Lead Artist
Abbey Party Rents
Dallas, Texas
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Executed customer event visions through creation of 3D sculptures and artistic paintings.
- Met with prospective clients and created renderings for their review and approval.
- Worked with clients to provide services within the proposed budget.
Designer, Lead Artist
M&M Event Design
Dallas, Texas
01.2003 - 04.2004
- Coordinated with team members to ensure design vision consistency.
- Designed innovative event layouts to enhance guest experiences.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and requirements.
- Created detailed design proposals and renderings on an as-need basis.
Artist and Installer
Leland's Special Events
Dallas, Texas
03.1996 - 12.2001
- Created unique art pieces for various special events and functions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-1988
Skills
- Event execution
- Team leadership
- Planning and execution
- Operations oversight
- 3D modeling
- Attention to detail
- Post-event analysis
- Strategic event planning
- Space design
- Proposal writing
- Vendor negotiation
- On-site execution
Timeline
Decor Manager, Lead Artist
Abbey Party Rents
06.2019 - 12.2020
Chief Operating Officer
Fauxcades, Inc
04.2004 - 01.2026
Designer, Lead Artist
M&M Event Design
01.2003 - 04.2004
Artist and Installer
Leland's Special Events
03.1996 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of North Texas