Jim Anzide
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in founding and managing businesses, showcasing exceptional leadership skills and strategic planning abilities. Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective business strategies, fostering collaboration within teams, and achieving growth objectives. Recognized for adaptability and a results-driven mindset, thriving in dynamic and fast-paced work environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder, Owner/Operator
Out & About Tours
01.2009 - Current
- Company Overview: LA's 1st & Only LGBTQ+ History Tour Company - Los Angeles, CA
- Founded and launched a 501(c)3 tour company with The Lavender Effect to benefit LGBTQ+ causes
- Plan and execute ongoing tour programming for tourists, locals, families, and students
- Develop and maintain relationships with donors to secure major gifts
- Research, write and maintain financial grants from Federal, State and County organizations
- Implement, staff, and manage Sales & Marketing Team to boost income and increase visibility
- Plan and launch Community Experiences with Airbnb to benefit LGBTQ+ organizations
- Hire, manage and motivate 20+ employees/volunteers
- Create, maintain, and enrich relations via continued community outreach
- LA's 1st & Only LGBTQ+ History Tour Company - Los Angeles, CA
Founder & Artistic Director
Circle X Theater
01.1996 - Current
- Founded, developed, staffed and launched a 501(c) 3 ensemble theatre company
- Wrote, developed and adapted plays, musicals, and world premieres for 9 seasons (40+ shows)
- Researched, wrote and won local, state and federal grants for development purposes
- Implemented and ran ongoing Outreach Program with LAYN (Los Angeles Youth Network)
- Oversaw staff of 8 departments while leading a company of 70+ members/volunteers
Executive Assistant
New Wave Entertainment/Open Road
01.1999 - 01.2020
- Act as liaison between CEO, clients, vendors and employees
- Spearhead all on-going projects with tight deadlines and budgets
- Aid in creating annual budget for special projects
- Plan and execute domestic & international travel, schedules and meetings
- Create and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of all technical support for communications
Executive Assistant to the CEO & Office Manager
Italia/Gal Advertising
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Liaised between CEO and high-profile clients, executives and 100+ employees and three offices
- Managed all administrative aspects of a fast-paced $180 million ad agency
- Managed all personnel records, insurance policies, and 401k plans for over 140 employees in two cities
- Worked closely with legal team in preparation and maintenance of client contracts
Education
Master's Degree - PATP
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
James Madison University
Culinary Arts Program -
Los Angeles LGBT Center
Skills
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- High-profile client relations
- Social Media Platforms
- 501(c) 3 Creator
- Development/Major Gifts experience
- ServSafe Food Handler Certificate
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Founder, Owner/Operator
Out & About Tours
01.2009 - Current
Executive Assistant
New Wave Entertainment/Open Road
01.1999 - 01.2020
Founder & Artistic Director
Circle X Theater
01.1996 - Current
Executive Assistant to the CEO & Office Manager
Italia/Gal Advertising
01.1994 - 01.1999
Culinary Arts Program -
Los Angeles LGBT Center
Master's Degree - PATP
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
James Madison University