ROB MCKEE
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic Entertainment Travel Counselor with 25+ years of expertise in delivering exceptional travel services for VIPs, entertainment, C-Suite and conventions. Proven ability to manage intricate travel logistics, ensuring seamless experiences for high-profile clients across various global destinations. Skilled in private jet logistics, budget management, and VIP service, consistently exceeding expectations in fast-paced environments. Adaptable and resourceful, dedicated to enhancing travel experiences through meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialized Counselor
AMEX GBT/Ovation
Long Beach, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Managed travel logistics for C-suite executives, ensuring seamless operations and scheduling.
- Developed and enforced policies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Consulted with and trained executive assistants on best practices.
- Revitalized a struggling account, improving customer service metrics and project completion rates.
- Collaborated with a dedicated team to complete project components ahead of schedule.
Travel Contractor, Co-Owner
Arts and Culture
Rome, Italy
01.2010 - Current
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Leveraged Expedia relationships to secure competitive pricing and package offerings.
- Managed daily operations to ensure seamless business functionality.
- Coordinated vendor relationships to secure quality supplies and favorable terms.
Entertainment Travel Counselor III/Floater
CWT Paramount Pictures Global Travel Services
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Spearheads VIP entertainment for Paramount, CBS News, CBS Sports, MTV, BET, Publicity, EMEA, Awards and Nickelodeon all including crew, executive, producers, directors and talent travel arrangements.
- Worked with productions such as Gladiator 2, Marley, Apartment 101 and Mission Impossible with crew, talent and production members, spouses/children, with highly detailed transportation needs with constant changing needs and requests.
- Calculates costs and ensures the budget is within guidelines and enforces policy.
- Partnered with international hotel owners in remote areas, including Africa and Middle East, coordinated all logistics with locals.
Cruise Group Air Specialist/VIP Desk
Viking Cruises/Balboa Travel
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Coordinated logistics for multiple corporate and social events.
- Handled travel arrangements for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
Conventions and Travel Agent
Cadence Travel
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring smooth operations and attendee satisfaction.
Operations and Entertainment Travel
Corniche Travel
West Hollywood, United States
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Directed travel logistics for Golden Globes, Hollywood Foreign Press, and RuPaul's Drag Race.
- Coordinated charter of up to 767, car rentals at private airports, and special requests.
- Collaborated with hotel staff to fulfill special amenities for client stays.
- Managed domestic and international travel operations during normal conditions and emergencies.
Entertainment Specialist
ALTOUR
Las Vegas, United States
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Oversaw logistics operations for Cirque du Soleil and additional live entertainment events.
Education
Data Analytics
Calbright
03-2026
AI Fundamentals
Coursiv
Los Angeles, CA10.2025
Associate of Arts - Film Production
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA05-1999
Skills
- Training and development
- Logistics management
- Event coordination
- Team leadership
- Travel planning
Affiliations
- Board member on two charities
Accomplishments
Develops activities for outdoors and athletic groups, volunteers at events to promote these groups
Certification
- CMA
- Real Estate Liscense
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Specialized Counselor
AMEX GBT/Ovation
10.2024 - Current
Entertainment Travel Counselor III/Floater
CWT Paramount Pictures Global Travel Services
08.2022 - 01.2024
Cruise Group Air Specialist/VIP Desk
Viking Cruises/Balboa Travel
08.2020 - 08.2021
Conventions and Travel Agent
Cadence Travel
01.2020 - 09.2020
Operations and Entertainment Travel
Corniche Travel
01.2018 - 01.2020
Entertainment Specialist
ALTOUR
03.2016 - 03.2017
Travel Contractor, Co-Owner
Arts and Culture
01.2010 - Current
Data Analytics
Calbright
AI Fundamentals
Coursiv
Associate of Arts - Film Production
Santa Monica College