PRESTON WOOD

Municipal professional with experience coordinating community programs, managing schedules, and supporting daily operations in public-facing environments. Leads team activities, maintains records, and prepares reports. Builds effective working relationships with staff, participants, and stakeholders to keep programs organized and responsive.

• City of Irvine
• Coordinate daily operations for multi-site programs, aligning scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation
• Support project logistics including scheduling, site setup, equipment allocation, vendor coordination, and execution of day-of operations, ensuring projects remained on schedule and within scope
• Deliver high-level stakeholder service by managing inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining clear communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams
• Assist in planning and maintaining project schedules, tracking program data, and ensuring accurate documentation
• Coordinate procurement and use of materials, equipment, and fleet resources, ensuring operational readiness and efficient utilization in a municipal capacity
• Collaborated with community partners and internal departments to ensure accessibility, compliance, and alignment with organizational standards
• Supervise and train staff and volunteers, reinforcing safety protocols, performance standards, and accountability while maintaining detailed administrative systems including calendars, tracking tools, reports, and participant data
• OC Zoo
• Facilitated educational outreach by engaging with guests, answering questions, and promoting awareness of local wildlife and conservation efforts
• Assisted in organizing and promoting special events and youth programs, contributing to increased community participation and enhancing the visitor experience
• The LEGO Group
• Delivered exceptional customer service by providing personalized product recommendations, facilitating hands-on play experiences, and fostering brand loyalty among a diverse customer base
• Led visual merchandising efforts and maintained store presentation standards, contributing to a dynamic retail environment that consistently exceeded sales targets and enhanced guest engagement
• Maintained active engagement and achieved and surpassed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including reaching $4,000,000 in annual store revenue as a team, 15 staff performance reviews completed, 5 interviews conducted, and three new jobs pulled within 90 days

• Current member on the MMASC (Municipal Management Association of Southern California) to expand my skills and knowledge in the given field
• Experience participating in several local government related conferences and forums to gain the knowledge and credibility within the field
• Traveled extensively across the West-Coast and Southern California to engage with current City and healthcare program leaders and managers within their prospective cities. These trips provided valuable insights into vast experience via seasoned administrators and demonstrated my commitment to fostering valuable relationships