Vice President, Communications & Operations Director
Arlington,TX
Summary
Skilled in business and communication operations to include marketing, event operations, social media platform management and development, website and graphic design, e-commerce, fulfillment, accounting and staff management, membership development and retention as well as client relations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Vice President
CP Entertainment
Fort Worth, TX
01.2019 - 02.2022
CP Entertainment involved managing all aspects of Chad Prather's business ventures including social media influencer management, 'The Chad Prather Show' on BlazeTV, book publishing, touring comedian role, merchandise company, and a 2022 gubernatorial campaign.
Hired and managed employees to oversee various aspects of operation.
Increased company growth through management of various income streams while managing accounting records.
Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity. Managed all brands and facets of company operations in various aspects.
Represented company at multiple public events, conferences etc.
Managed media relations and campaigns to address public communications across all platforms.
Handled scheduling, booking, travel and all aspects of contracted events for multiple team members and provided onsite management.
Formulated and compiled all financial reports for private and State filing use as needed.
Wrote content and executed press releases, website and social media campaigns.
Created and designed branded graphics for use on all platforms as well as developed and fulfilled a merchandise product line.
Managed all email, social media and direct mail contact for millions of subscribers while ensuring each campaign was targeted to the correct demographic.
Established and managed relationships with key media contacts for each brand of the company - TV, Social Media, Political and Touring.
Designed, managed and maintained websites for company brands along with all e-commerce operations including fulfillment.
Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
Managed and coordinated all aspects of a State level gubernatorial campaign.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments with non-traditional hours.
Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
Executive Director
American Miniature Horse Association
Fort Worth, TX
11.2014 - 12.2019
Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in events worldwide.
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Managed venue, labor and technical efforts of internal and external partners to successfully execute all Association events per year.
Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
Managed all aspects of accounting for Association to include payroll.
Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
Built, maintained and oversaw all social media and online platforms to include website and e-commerce functions.
Managing Director
Red's Roadhouse
Kennedale, TX
12.2012 - 12.2014
Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Prepared restaurant and event center business plan by reviewing demands, analyzing competitors and developing projections for sales and finances.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment, and supplies.
Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Managed venue, labor and technical efforts of internal and external partners to successfully execute a variety of events.
Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
Booked, managed and coordinated all live music events.
Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
Created and managed social media campaigns to increase brand engagement.