Phillip Cohen
Austin,TX
Summary
Founder of a successful travel wholesale business with 30+ years of industry experience, demonstrating exceptional strategic planning, financial management, and marketing skills. Successfully led growth to over $4 million in annual sales. Adept at coordinating logistics for large client groups and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers. Demonstrates a commitment a to delivering exceptional customer service and dedication to driving business growth through innovative solutions. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
FOUNDER, PRESIDENT
Excellent Adventures, Inc., UBSki
08.1989 - 03.2024
- Founded and operated successful travel wholesale businesses, UBSki & University Beach Club
- Scaled client base to over 5,000 annual skiers and snowbaorders by developing and implementing targeted marketing campaigns, including e-commerce, social media strategies, print ad campaigns and sales rep programs
- Spearheaded company growth to over $4 million in sales through strategic planning and innovative market expansion, revolutionizing ski travel experiences
- Optimized financial performance through meticulous budgeting, forecasting, and tax preparation, ensuring sustainable business growth and profitability
- Expertly negotiated all contracts with management and lodging companies, lift ticket offices, ski shops, ski schools, motor coach companies and airlines.
- Built strong and profitable relationships with Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail, Telluride and Crested Butte Ski Resorts.
- Skillfully secured domestic and international charter airline contracts, consistently achieving 100% seat occupancy on aircraft transportation
- Led diverse team of 85 staff members, fostering a culture of excellence that drove operational efficiency and consistent sales growth across multiple channels
- Pioneered e-commerce and social media strategies, significantly enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement in the competitive travel industry
Education
BBA MARKETING -
The University of Texas At Austin
Skills
- Business Growth
- Market Analysis
- Strategic Partnerships
- Negotiation
- Financial Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Operations Management
- Trends Analysis
- Organizational Structuring
- Marketing
- Revenue Development
- Staff Management
- Contract Management
- Client Engagement
Websites
Computer Skills
MS OFFICE 365 Applications: Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word, Share Point, and Teams, Chat GPT, Canva, File Maker Pro, Mac Specialist
Timeline
FOUNDER, PRESIDENT
Excellent Adventures, Inc., UBSki
08.1989 - 03.2024
BBA MARKETING -
The University of Texas At Austin
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