Nathan West
Audio Visual Production
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Results-driven AV professional and business owner with 25+ years of experience in audio, video, lighting, staging, networking and event/show management seeking opportunities to apply leadership, operations and technical expertise.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Owner
Riverwest Technology Management
01.2001 - 08.2021
- Founded and operated AV/service business providing full-service event technology, installation and consultation.
- Managed day-to-day operations including budgeting, accounting, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll.
- Evaluated suppliers, negotiated contracts and maintained cost controls to improve margins.
- Built and trained technical teams; delegated responsibilities and set performance targets.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose technical and logistical solutions.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and grow revenue.
- Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and logistics for on-site events and installs.
Director of Event Technology
Marriott Hotels
01.1992 - 01.2001
- Supervised setup and strike of AV equipment for meetings and major corporate events.
- Managed inventory control and tracking of technology assets.
- Coordinated with event hosts, sales managers and freelance technicians to deliver events on schedule.
- Handled billing and invoicing for event services; ensured timely payment processing.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored staff performance.
- Resolved client issues using industry expertise to maintain high customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California
San Diego01.1992
Skills
- Audio, Video & Lighting Systems
- Staging & Show Management
- Networking for Live Events
- Event Production & Technical Direction
- Operations Management
- Financial Management, Budgets & P&L
- Contract Negotiation & Management
- Marketing & Client Acquisition
- Staff Hiring, Training & Leadership
- Project Management & Scheduling
- Vendor Evaluation & Inventory Control
- Verbal & Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Word.
- Achieved superior AV result through effectively helping with customers realize their needs and goals.
- Collaborated with teams in the development of multiple projects and shows.
Certification
Certified Tech Level 5, Marriott Hotels 1998
Summary of Qualifications
- 25+ years entrepreneurial and event-technology experience; strong marketing, client service and facility oversight skills
- Proven track record building teams, managing profitable operations and streamlining processes to reduce costs
- Expertise in AV systems, staging, live-show networking, inventory control and technical direction
- Strong skills in financial management, budgeting, contract negotiation, project management and staff training
- Excellent verbal and written communication; comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels
Timeline
Owner
Riverwest Technology Management
01.2001 - 08.2021
Director of Event Technology
Marriott Hotels
01.1992 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California