Martin Stadtner
Washington, DC
Summary
Versatile professional with experience in event management, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement across political, nonprofit, and retail sectors. Adept at coordinating complex events, managing vendors and logistics, and cultivating key relationships to enhance organizational goals. Proven ability to manifest initiatives from concept to execution while maintaining attention to detail. Passionate about the arts, community building, mission-driven work—and, of course, beer.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store General Manager
Union Kitchen
Washingotn, DC
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Directed daily operations of a hybrid grocery store, coffee shop, and deli highlighting local food businesses
- Oversaw customer engagement strategies, managed store staff, and maintained high service standards
- Designed and executed in-store promotional events to support emerging food brands in the Accelerator program
- Cultivated vendor relationships and ensured optimal product presentation and merchandising
- Recruited, trained, and developed high-performing teams in alignment with Union Kitchen’s mission
Beer Program Manager
Dawson’s Market Dupont
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Led curation and purchasing of craft beer selection; organized regular beer tastings and 'Meet the Maker' events
- Partnered with local breweries and vendors to host community-focused engagement activities
- Promoted products via social media and collaborated with team on visual merchandising
- Built lasting relationships with suppliers and patrons to enhance customer experience
Field Organizer
Amy Klobuchar Presidential Campaign
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Executed national field strategy in key early primary states
- Managed volunteers and supported other Field Organizers to optimize outreach
- Coordinated campaign events and town halls, including logistics and community partnerships
Associate
50 State LLC
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed logistics for client-facing events and briefings, including venue selection and schedule coordination
- Conducted research on public policy and regulatory issues
- Supported operations for senior staff and partners with high-quality deliverables
Practicum Member
National Democratic Institute & National Endowment for Democracy
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Conducted research for Democratization in Chile project; authored and presented final report
- Coordinated with international partners and stakeholders
Education
M.A. - U.S. Foreign Policy and National Security
American University
Washington, DC 05.2001 - 05.2017
B.A. - Political Science
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Event Management
- Logistics
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Communication
- Community Engagement
- Vendor Coordination
- Employee scheduling
- Data Analysis
Certification
ABRA Manager’s License
Affiliations
Member - The Phillips Collection
Timeline
Store General Manager
Union Kitchen
10.2023 - 02.2025
Beer Program Manager
Dawson’s Market Dupont
11.2021 - 06.2023
Field Organizer
Amy Klobuchar Presidential Campaign
11.2019 - 03.2020
Associate
50 State LLC
03.2017 - 03.2019
Practicum Member
National Democratic Institute & National Endowment for Democracy
01.2016 - 06.2016
M.A. - U.S. Foreign Policy and National Security
American University
05.2001 - 05.2017
B.A. - Political Science
California State University, Los Angeles
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