Matthew Need
Altamont,TN
Summary
Results-driven Manager with a strong sense of ownership and initiative, consistently exceeding company expectations through an exceptional work ethic. Adept at fostering productive relationships and spearheading team development in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments. Proven ability to thrive in collaborative settings while effectively managing goals and driving performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
LIfe is Brewing, LLC
Murfreesboro, TN
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Directed operations of the 84-acre grounds for large-scale events.
- Coordinated closely with facilities personnel to develop and launch streamlined operations strategies.
- Ensured exceptional guest interaction, service standards, health protocols, and safety measures.
- Managed taproom team operations, scheduling duties, ordering supplies.
- Managed booking of both national touring acts and local bands for large-scale events with attendance between 400 and 5,500.
- Managed all stages of incoming shows, encompassing budgeting, personnel, scheduling, and equipment rental.
- Ensure compliance of show settlements with artist contracts.
Senior Accessioning Technician
Aegis Sciences Corporation
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Direct laboratory staff tasks.
- Facilitated the prompt completion of tasks by managing workflow dynamics.
- Reported team member progress and performance daily.
- Exhibited leadership through exemplary behavior and knowledge transfer.
- Conducted training sessions for team members.
- Verified sample identity and ensured all testing requirements were met.
- Entered specimens into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ensuring accurate demographic and testing request details.
- Executed 'Chain of Custody' procedures for maintaining sample integrity.
- Coordinated rework process and delivered specimens to relevant lab sections for additional tests through LIMS.
- Worked closely with Inside Sales and Forensic Records teams to ensure timely testing.
- Assist in completing reconciliation procedures to ensure all samples are accounted for on a daily basis.
- Adhered to all safety and quality procedures in the laboratory.
- Facilitated Blind Quality Control material addition and initiated Proficiency Testing specimens.
Tour Manager/Production Manager
Self-employed
Denver, CO
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed logistics related to hospitality, ground transportation, and show production.
- Settle club, theatre, and festival shows.
- Maintained accurate tour accounting following band and management formats.
- Oversaw tour expenses within budgetary constraints.
- Arranged comprehensive travel and accommodation for band and tour crew.
- Handled retail transactions and accounting processes.
- Hired production, including buses, trucks, production and tour personnel.
- Coordinated promotional events and interview slots for band members.
- Cultivated strong relationships with promoter, radio, record label and management representatives.
- Directed stage and production management for club and outdoor festivals.
- Scheduled, dispatched, and drove for multiple shows in the region.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Technical Communications
Purdue University
Skills
- Operational Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Service Excellence
- Comprehensive Project Coordination
- Vendor Performance Oversight
- Customer Engagement
- Multi-Disciplinary Team Oversight
- Coaching Expertise
- Effective Communication
Awards
2003 Telly Award Winner, Kenny Chesney No Shoes No Shirt No Problem DVD & Pay-Per-View (Venue Production Manager, Pepsi Center, Denver, CO)
Professionalreferences
- James Irvine, Knitting Factory Entertainment, 303-810-5140
- Pete Frostic, The Greenroom Resource, 303-746-7655
- Steve Cohen, Coast to Coast Coaches, 661-388-4022
- Mike O'Brien, Owner, Peak Performances, Inc, 970-418-2121
Accomplishments
- Telly Award Winner (2003) for Venue Production Management of Kenny Chesney's No Shoes No Shirt No Problem DVD & Pay-Per-View, Pepsi Center, Denver, CO
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager
LIfe is Brewing, LLC
06.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Accessioning Technician
Aegis Sciences Corporation
08.2020 - 06.2023
Tour Manager/Production Manager
Self-employed
06.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Technical Communications
Purdue University
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