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Michael Mendel, PMP

Denver,United States

Summary

Certified Program Manager Professional skilled in managing event operations and projects. Advanced understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement and contracting. Expertise in logistical analysis, inventory and supply chain performance, development and standardization. Thorough understanding of inventory management, procurement and acquisition regulations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Manager

Fathom Entertainment
12.2020 - Current
  • Project manager from the start of event cycles (initial discussions with clients) to event completion (managing final reporting).
  • Primary contact for assigned accounts and content partners.
  • Cultivated a supportive environment by coordinating with over 3000 theaters, ensuring all teams were aligned for flawless event execution.
  • Central liaison for internal and external teams to ensure all creation, development and distribution of data reporting.
  • Overseer of all event related reconciliations, payments, invoicing, and post event analysis for key accounts.
  • Analyzed event data and reconciliations post-event, providing actionable insights that led to noticeable improvements in future event planning.
  • Implemented technology upgrades across venues, streamlining processes and significantly improving operational efficiencies during event execution.
  • Identifying areas that need process refinement to streamline in order to create stronger efficiencies.
  • Fostered strong relationships as the primary contact for accounts, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with content partners.

Lab Manager

Serendipity Labs
09.2019 - 11.2020
  • Manage the budget and daily operations for a luxury workplace community in downtown Denver that generates $2,000,000 revenue per year.
  • Property manager duties including leasing and renewals.
  • Lead sales, coordination, and planning of large-scale business events.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies for account receivables, achieving noticeable gains in collection efficiency and financial reporting accuracy.
  • Facilitated onboarding processes for new businesses, ensuring a smooth transition and positive member experience.
  • Coordinate and negotiate with vendors and maintenance teams to complete projects.
  • Responsible for onsite IT support for all members.
  • Utilized Salesforce to streamline outbound sales processes, resulting in measurable improvements in lead conversion rates.
  • Complete marketing projects such as newsletters and submissions for social media outlets.
  • Arrange social events for members to network.
  • Oversaw monthly account receivable reports, implementing strategies that improved collection rates and financial accuracy.

General Manager

Tavern Hospitality Group
01.2014 - 09.2019
  • Managed operations across six locations with revenues from $1M to $6M annually.
  • Executed HR tasks including payroll, hiring, and scheduling for 80 employees.
  • Organized diverse events, handled contracts, and supervised event operations.
  • Developed employee handbooks and menus, enhancing operational consistency.
  • Conducted inventory checks bi-monthly, optimizing profit margins.
  • Created training classes for the team that worked under me and for future staffs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communications

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
01.2013

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Decision-making
  • MS office applications
  • Training and development
  • Critical thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Flexible and adaptable

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional - Certified by PMI (Oct 2025)

Timeline

Program Manager

Fathom Entertainment
12.2020 - Current

Lab Manager

Serendipity Labs
09.2019 - 11.2020

General Manager

Tavern Hospitality Group
01.2014 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communications

University of Iowa
Michael Mendel, PMP