Adam Hart
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Chuck Parello
Adam Hart did an amazing job for me running a crowdfunding campaign for one of my film projects. He expertly publicized the project on all of the relevant social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest, and I could not have been happier with the results. Adam is smart, efficient, hard-working, and he has a never-say-die attitude when it comes to delivering the goods for his clients. If you need to find someone who can take your idea or business to the next level, look no further. Adam is your man and he gets my highest recommendation.
Rick Weber
I had the pleasure of working with Adam for several years when he was a part of my business development and account management team at VMS. During that time, Adam was disciplined, accountable, resourceful, proactive, thoughtful, supportive and fiscally responsible for his clients. He was one of the fastest learners of new information and processes of anyone on the team and by far the most technologically savvy. He is an exemplary "teammate" to those around him and makes everyone better at what they do. I highly recommend Adam for any opportunities for which he may be considered in the future.
Chuck Parello
Adam Hart did an amazing job for me running a crowdfunding campaign for one of my film projects. He expertly publicized the project on all of the relevant social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest, and I could not have been happier with the results. Adam is smart, efficient, hard-working, and he has a never-say-die attitude when it comes to delivering the goods for his clients. If you need to find someone who can take your idea or business to the next level, look no further. Adam is your man and he gets my highest recommendation.
Rick Weber
I had the pleasure of working with Adam for several years when he was a part of my business development and account management team at VMS. During that time, Adam was disciplined, accountable, resourceful, proactive, thoughtful, supportive and fiscally responsible for his clients. He was one of the fastest learners of new information and processes of anyone on the team and by far the most technologically savvy. He is an exemplary "teammate" to those around him and makes everyone better at what they do. I highly recommend Adam for any opportunities for which he may be considered in the future.
Chuck Parello
Adam Hart did an amazing job for me running a crowdfunding campaign for one of my film projects. He expertly publicized the project on all of the relevant social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest, and I could not have been happier with the results. Adam is smart, efficient, hard-working, and he has a never-say-die attitude when it comes to delivering the goods for his clients. If you need to find someone who can take your idea or business to the next level, look no further. Adam is your man and he gets my highest recommendation.
Rick Weber
I had the pleasure of working with Adam for several years when he was a part of my business development and account management team at VMS. During that time, Adam was disciplined, accountable, resourceful, proactive, thoughtful, supportive and fiscally responsible for his clients. He was one of the fastest learners of new information and processes of anyone on the team and by far the most technologically savvy. He is an exemplary "teammate" to those around him and makes everyone better at what they do. I highly recommend Adam for any opportunities for which he may be considered in the future.
Chuck Parello
Adam Hart did an amazing job for me running a crowdfunding campaign for one of my film projects. He expertly publicized the project on all of the relevant social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest, and I could not have been happier with the results. Adam is smart, efficient, hard-working, and he has a never-say-die attitude when it comes to delivering the goods for his clients. If you need to find someone who can take your idea or business to the next level, look no further. Adam is your man and he gets my highest recommendation.
Rick Weber
I had the pleasure of working with Adam for several years when he was a part of my business development and account management team at VMS. During that time, Adam was disciplined, accountable, resourceful, proactive, thoughtful, supportive and fiscally responsible for his clients. He was one of the fastest learners of new information and processes of anyone on the team and by far the most technologically savvy. He is an exemplary "teammate" to those around him and makes everyone better at what they do. I highly recommend Adam for any opportunities for which he may be considered in the future.
Experience
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Cold Brew Press
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner/Publisher
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Jul 2020 - Present
Currently working on launching Cold Brew Press—a small press publishing house offering small press books (poetry, fiction, flash fiction), comic books, graphic novels, board/card games and collectibles for readers, gamers and pop culture enthusiasts who value challenging ideas and stories. Part of CBP’s mission will be highlighting new voices across typically underrepresented communities (LGBTQ+, BIPOC, allies, etc.). (Website and social media channels currently parked, waiting on launch.) Currently working on launching Cold Brew Press—a small press publishing house offering small press books (poetry, fiction, flash fiction), comic books, graphic novels, board/card games and collectibles for readers, gamers and pop culture enthusiasts who value challenging ideas and stories. Part of CBP’s mission will be highlighting new voices across typically underrepresented communities (LGBTQ+, BIPOC, allies, etc.). (Website and social media channels currently parked, waiting on launch.)
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Leather Archives & Museum
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Associate
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Jan 2019 - Jun 2020
Managed the daily operations of the Leather Archives & Museum, a nonprofit dedicated to research, community education and preservation of BDSM, leather, fetish & kink. • Oversaw special events and programming at the LA&M, including a pop-up shop/museum presence at the International Mr. Leather event over Memorial Day Weekend (an event that draws over 18,000 in attendance). • Managed the LA&M's annual silent auction at IML 2019, increasing the auction from 5 donors and $4,000 in proceeds for 2018 to 58 company donors and almost $8,000 in proceeds in 2019. • Created new event programming and sales events at museum, increasing audience exposure and museum revenues. • Served as point of contact for visitors to the museum, as well as community partners, museum members and media.RFL: Laid Off Due to COVID-19 Pandemic. Show less
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Interim Operations Associate
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Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
Managed the daily operations of the Leather Archives & Museum, a nonprofit dedicated to research, community education and preservation of BDSM, leather, fetish & kink. • Aided new Executive Director and staff in transition efforts after previous administrative officials resigned. • Oversaw special events and programming at the LA&M, including a successful rummage sale that brought in over $10,000 for the museum's operating budget.• Served as point of contact for visitors to the museum, as well as community partners, museum members and media. Appeared on WGN-TV Morning News representing the LA&M for a Rogers Park event. Show less
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Sonnet Wedding Films
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Canada
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Events Services
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Client Engagement Manager
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Oct 2016 - Jun 2020
Managed the client engagement and sales strategy for Sonnet Wedding Films, a wedding film production company specializing in cinematic wedding films (documentary style, but with cinematic style and technique). • Oversaw branding, PR, marketing and social media—as well as expo/conference presence—to reach out to new customers. • Assisted with project oversight and feedback on client projects throughout the production process. • Provided assistance on client projects as second camera operator and vendor contact. RFL: Folded Business Due to COVID-19 Pandemic. Show less
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Maxey MediaWorks
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United States
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Advertising Services
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MARKETING & SALES
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Jan 2016 - Jun 2020
Managed the marketing and sales strategy for Maxey MediaWorks, a film/video production company offering business/marketing video for small businesses, nonprofits, performing arts/theaters, and live/special events. • Oversaw branding, PR, marketing and social media—as well as expo/conference presence—to reach out to new customers. • Assisted with project oversight and feedback on client projects throughout the production process. • Provided assistance on client projects as second camera operator and vendor contact. RFL: Folded Business Due to COVID-19 Pandemic. Show less
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Buzz Evolution
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United States
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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OWNER / FOUNDER
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Oct 2011 - Jan 2018
Created a boutique firm offering PR/marketing/social media/media consulting for small businesses. • Focused on utilizing tools to elevate a business’ brand, and to allow the brand to give back to the community whenever possible. • Provided clients with expertise and specialization in the following industries: publishing (newspaper, magazine, books, small press); media (TV/radio/print); restaurants/food-related businesses; wine/spirits/liqueurs; and LGBTQ-related businesses. RFL: Folded Business. Show less
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Gay Chicago
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United States
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Retail
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SALES ASSOCIATE
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Feb 2010 - Sep 2011
Drove display advertising sales for the Midwest’s longest-running LGBTQ weekly publication. • Implemented social media tactics. More than doubled number of fans/followers for GCM’s Facebook fan page and Twitter account over four months. • Presented integrated, cross-platform print, web and social media solutions to convert prospective clients into advertisers, expanding client base to include high-profile companies and Fortune 500 businesses. RFL: Resigned Shortly Before Organization Folded. Show less
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FOUNDING PUBLISHER / EDITOR
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Mar 2009 - Oct 2010
Led inception, creation, web site development, content generation, promotions, and social media engagement for monthly online literary publication (ISSN 1947-2463). • Established global fan base using social media and online tools. • Promoted magazine at literary events and conferences, increasing exposure for the journal. • Developed promotions using SEO/SEM, analytics and keyword-rich content development. • Contributor featured in Dzanc Books’ “Best of the Web 2010” print anthology. • Publication currently archived online. RFL: Ceased Publication. Show less
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VMS
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Netherlands
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE / DATA RESEARCHER
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Nov 1997 - Aug 2009
• Managed new business development and billing, produced over $1 million annually in sales. • Researched national TV and radio broadcast data for Fortune 500, SMBs, and PR/marketing/advertising firms. • Provided a high level of detail and prioritization of customer needs - resulting in clients requesting consultation on targeted national campaigns. • Cultivated relationships to strategically anticipate client needs. • Drove software/platform development, testing and implementation that streamlined product software for client functionality and accessibility. RFL: Downsized. Show less
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Uncle Julio's Corporation
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United States
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Restaurants
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400 - 500 Employee
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SERVER
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Aug 1997 - Jan 1998
RFL: Employment at VMS. RFL: Employment at VMS.
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PROMOTIONS SPECIALIST
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Apr 1996 - Aug 1997
• Managed 50+ domestic/international client publishers – including Her Majesty’s Stationery Office, Grub Street, and Kangaroo Press. • Designed and produced corporate catalogs and national/international advertising materials. • Coordinated/designed elements for trade show presence. • Promoted, advertised, and placed client titles with mainstream media outlets for review – including Parade Magazine, USA Today, CNN, and The New York Times – boosting sales of titles and authors’ backlist by 30%. RFL: Relocation to Chicago. Show less
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COUNTER SERVICE/CASHIER
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Sep 1995 - Apr 1996
RFL: Employment at Seven Hills Book Distributors. RFL: Employment at Seven Hills Book Distributors.
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CASHIER/STORE MANAGER
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Sep 1995 - Apr 1996
RFL: Employment at Seven Hills Book Distributors. RFL: Employment at Seven Hills Book Distributors.
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT
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Sep 1994 - Jun 1995
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REPORTER / EDITOR / FILM, MUSIC & THEATRE CRITIC
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Jan 1992 - Jun 1995
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Southeast Ohio Magazine
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United States
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Writing and Editing
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1 - 100 Employee
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STAFF
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Jan 1994 - Mar 1994
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CASHIER/SALES ASSOCIATE/DISPLAY
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Nov 1993 - Jan 1994
RFL: Seasonal employment. RFL: Seasonal employment.
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UPS
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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DELIVERY DRIVER ASSISTANT
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Nov 1992 - Jan 1993
RFL: Seasonal employment. RFL: Seasonal employment.
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PHONE SURVEYOR
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Jun 1992 - Aug 1992
RFL: Seasonal employment. RFL: Seasonal employment.
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PHONE SURVEYOR
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Jun 1991 - Aug 1991
RFL: Seasonal employment. RFL: Seasonal employment.
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Children's Palace
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1 - 100 Employee
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CASHIER
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Nov 1990 - Jan 1991
RFL: Seasonal employment. RFL: Seasonal employment.
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Education
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1991 - 1995
Ohio University
BSJ, Magazine Journalism
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