Tré Ricanek
Summary
Residence Life and Student Affairs professional with more than five years of progressive live-in housing experience supporting student success, community development, crisis response, and student conduct administration. Demonstrated success supervising and mentoring student leaders, responding to behavioral and mental health concerns, managing residential operations, facilitating conflict resolution, and collaborating with campus partners to foster safe and inclusive living-learning communities. Recognized for sound judgment, collaborative leadership, and a developmental approach to accountability that promotes student growth, retention, and community engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Staff
Family Office
01.2026 - Current
- Served as strategic advisor to the Principal(s), overseeing daily operations and executing high-priority initiatives across business, investment, philanthropic, and personal affairs.
- Directed cross-functional projects, including investments, real estate transactions, business ventures, and special initiatives from planning through execution.
- Coordinated relationships with legal counsel, financial advisors, accountants, bankers, investment managers, and other trusted partners to ensure seamless operations.
- Managed executive operations, strategic planning, budgeting, governance, and organizational policies while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
- Supervised family office personnel, household staff, and third-party vendors, driving operational efficiency and accountability across multiple properties and business interests.
- Oversaw financial reporting, cash flow monitoring, budgeting, and administrative functions.
- Managed executive communications, complex scheduling, travel logistics, family meetings, and confidential correspondence while anticipating executive needs and resolving issues proactively.
- Implemented operational improvements, governance processes, and compliance standards that enhanced organizational effectiveness and streamlined decision-making.
- Represented the Principal(s) in executive meetings, negotiations, and strategic partnerships while safeguarding confidential information and advancing long-term family office objectives.
Chairman of the Board
Encore Magazine/Encore Southeast
09.2025 - Current
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational growth and market presence.
- Analyzed industry trends to provide insights that shaped policy recommendations and program development.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization, enhancing overall governance effectiveness.
- Enhanced shareholder value by implementing strategic initiatives and optimizing board governance processes.
- Directed capital allocation decisions to optimize resources for long-term sustainability and profitability.
- Empowered fellow board members by providing guidance on strategic issues and promoting informed decision-making practices.
- Oversaw board operations, ensuring alignment with long-term goals and stakeholder interests.
- Fostered collaborative relationships among board members to drive effective decision-making processes.
- Evaluated organizational performance metrics to inform strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Led fundraising efforts, increasing financial support for community-focused projects and initiatives.
Executive Director & President
Performance Club Theatre Company
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Lead a growing youth-serving nonprofit operating across nine North Carolina counties.
- Directed strategic planning and vision execution to enhance organizational growth and community engagement.
- Supervise staff, volunteers, instructors, and program leaders while fostering a culture of accountability and professional development.
- Manage youth safety, behavioral expectations, incident documentation, conflict resolution, and organizational risk management.
- Expanded organizational reach from three to nine counties while increasing community partnerships and donor engagement.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation for production initiatives.
- Led fundraising efforts, securing sponsorships and grants to support operational sustainability and program development.
Assistant Housing Director
Democratic National Convention
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Directed large-scale housing operations serving thousands of convention participants.
- Supervised staff and volunteers, coordinated cross-functional teams, and resolved complex housing concerns under demanding operational timelines.
- Maintained collaborative relationships with hotels, stakeholders, and senior leadership to ensure exceptional service delivery.
- Led strategic planning initiatives for convention logistics and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline event execution and improve attendee experience.
- Oversaw budget management processes, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation throughout the event lifecycle.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff to promote best practices in event management and customer service excellence.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize services and reduce costs without compromising quality.
First-Year Housing Coordinator (Live-In Professional)
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised, coached, and developed Resident Assistants through one-on-one meetings, performance feedback, and ongoing training.
- Served as a live-in professional responding to after-hours emergencies, student crises, and community disruptions through an on-call rotation.
- Managed student conduct cases, documented incidents, facilitated student meetings, monitored educational sanctions, and maintained FERPA-compliant records.
- Partnered with Counseling Services, Public Safety, Academic Affairs, Title IX, and Residence Life leadership to coordinate interventions for students of concern.
- Resolved roommate conflicts and behavioral issues using developmental and restorative approaches.
- Conducted health and safety inspections while ensuring compliance with housing policies and community standards.
- Coordinated housing assignments and maintained accurate records for student residents.
- Developed and implemented housing policies to enhance student satisfaction and operational efficiency.
House Manager
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed daily residential operations, facility oversight, policy compliance, and student accountability.
- Managed daily operations for house maintenance and service efficiency.
- Coordinated event planning, ensuring seamless execution of activities and logistics.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management for house expenditures and supplies.
- Developed safety protocols, enhancing risk management within the residence.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
Greek Life Housing Coordinator (Live-In Professional)
North Carolina State University
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw fraternity and sorority residential communities while promoting safety, accountability, and student leadership.
- Advised student leaders regarding policy compliance, risk management, conflict resolution, and organizational conduct.
- Responded to emergencies, conducted inspections, and coordinated follow-up with university officials.
- Coordinated housing assignments for students, ensuring compliance with university policies and regulations.
- Collaborated with campus departments to resolve housing-related issues efficiently and effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on housing processes, policies, and customer service standards.
Resident Advisor
University Towers
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Responded to student concerns, documented conduct incidents, and implemented educational programming that strengthened community engagement.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among residents to maintain a harmonious living environment.
- Organized community-building events to enhance resident engagement and foster relationships.
- Created informative bulletin boards that provided relevant resources related to academics, mental health, and campus life opportunities for students'' personal growth.
Education
Doctor of Business Administration - International Business
Liberty University
01.2027
Master of Business Administration - International Business
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
01.2023
Forensic Accounting Certificate - undefined
West Virginia University
01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina State University
01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies
North Carolina State University
01.2022
Skills
- Residence Life
- Student Success
- Resident Assistant Supervision
- Student Conduct
- Case Management
- Crisis Response
- Community Development
- Residential Operations
- Staff Recruitment & Training
- Performance Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Educational Sanctions
- FERPA
- Behavioral Intervention
- Emergency Response
- Student Retention
- Risk Management
- Public Safety Collaboration
- Meeting facilitation
- Collaborative mindset
- Ethical leadership
- Diversity and inclusion
Leadership Highlights
- Resident Assistant supervision and mentorship
- Staff hiring, onboarding, coaching, and evaluation
- Behavioral intervention and student support
- Emergency management and crisis response
- Cross-functional collaboration with campus partners
- Training development and facilitation
Personal Information
Title: Residence Life Administrator
Timeline
Chief of Staff
Family Office
01.2026 - Current
Chairman of the Board
Encore Magazine/Encore Southeast
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Housing Director
Democratic National Convention
01.2024 - 08.2024
First-Year Housing Coordinator (Live-In Professional)
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
05.2023 - 12.2023
Executive Director & President
Performance Club Theatre Company
01.2023 - 10.2025
Greek Life Housing Coordinator (Live-In Professional)
North Carolina State University
08.2020 - 01.2022
House Manager
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
08.2019 - 05.2022
Resident Advisor
University Towers
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina State University
Forensic Accounting Certificate - undefined
West Virginia University
Doctor of Business Administration - International Business
Liberty University
Master of Business Administration - International Business
University of North Carolina At Pembroke