Michael Blackman
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Blackbird Looking
01.2014 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
President
Allies of Yorkdale 501(c)(3)
10.2019 - Current
- Established and managed a non-profit organization focused on providing financial assistance to students at Yorkdale Elementary
- Developed and submitted grant proposals to secure funding for various initiatives.
- Helped implement a cultural arts program to enrich the community.
- Continued fundraising efforts to support ongoing enrichment programs.
Owner/Operator
The Hermosillo and Holcomb Wine Bar
06.2012 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Education
Level One Certification -
Court of Master Sommeliers
01-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
California Institute of The Arts
Valencia, CA05-2002
Skills
Bilingual - English and Portuguese
Published Poet
Timeline
President
Allies of Yorkdale 501(c)(3)
10.2019 - Current
President
Blackbird Looking
01.2014 - Current
Owner/Operator
The Hermosillo and Holcomb Wine Bar
06.2012 - Current
Level One Certification -
Court of Master Sommeliers
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
California Institute of The Arts