Kirk Detweiler
Marion
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record in budget management and large-scale event oversight. Expertise in enhancing guest engagement and operational efficiency to drive organizational success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Palace Cultural Arts Association
Marion
11.2021 - 08.2025
- Administered $1.2 million annual budget, arranged entertainment hiring, led staff of 14, and maintained functionality of 97-year-old historic theatre.
Entertainment Director
Spark Cooperative
Miami
07.2019 - 11.2021
- Engaged as Entertainment Director to oversee Jalesh Cruise Line's closure due to Covid-19 and facilitate reopening of Sonesta Maho Beach Resort after nine-month hiatus
Cruise Director
Royal Caribbean Group
Miami
08.1989 - 05.2019
- Managed entertainment and activities for luxury cruise ships hosting 280 to 4,500 guests.
Coordinated event planning for corporate charter cruises to ensure client satisfaction.
Performed solo cabaret shows, receiving high ratings from guests.
Hosted daily TV talk shows and evening game shows to engage guests.
Instructed line and ballroom dance classes, enhancing guest experience.
Supervised a staff of 15 to 88 personnel, ensuring smooth operations.
Collaborated with various departments to optimize event execution.
Developed innovative entertainment programs tailored to diverse audiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-1984
Skills
- Budget administration
- Event planning
- Staff leadership
- Program development
- Crisis management
- Customer engagement
Accomplishments
- Released three independently produced music CD's from 1999-2007 by Dancing Bull Music, New York, New York
- Martha Rice Distinguished Alumni Award, March 2023, River Valley High School, Caledonia, Ohio
Timeline
Executive Director
Palace Cultural Arts Association
11.2021 - 08.2025
Entertainment Director
Spark Cooperative
07.2019 - 11.2021
Cruise Director
Royal Caribbean Group
08.1989 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Kent State University
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