Christopher Manos
Director of Corporate Events at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum- Claim this Profile
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Jeff & Kimberly Bornstein
WOW! What can we say about Chris... a corporate entertainer, he works with kids and educates in crime prevention... it doesn't really get any better then that. Highly recommended. BRAVO!
Jeff & Kimberly Bornstein
WOW! What can we say about Chris... a corporate entertainer, he works with kids and educates in crime prevention... it doesn't really get any better then that. Highly recommended. BRAVO!
Jeff & Kimberly Bornstein
WOW! What can we say about Chris... a corporate entertainer, he works with kids and educates in crime prevention... it doesn't really get any better then that. Highly recommended. BRAVO!
Jeff & Kimberly Bornstein
WOW! What can we say about Chris... a corporate entertainer, he works with kids and educates in crime prevention... it doesn't really get any better then that. Highly recommended. BRAVO!
Credentials
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ASSA Factory Mechanical Certification
ASSA ABLOY GroupJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
KABA Mas X-10 Certification
Kaba Mas LLCJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
FAA Remote Pilot
Federal Aviation AdministrationJul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Cave Diver
NSS-CDSJul, 2001- Nov, 2024 -
NITROX Diver
NAUI WorldwideJul, 1999- Nov, 2024 -
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)Jun, 1997- Nov, 2024 -
Merchant Mariner
U.S. Coast GuardJun, 1994- Nov, 2024 -
Medeco Biaxial Lock Cylinder Certification
MedecoAug, 1986- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
ASIS InternationalFeb, 1986- Nov, 2024 -
Master Puppeteer Certification
The Jim Henson CompanySep, 1985- Nov, 2024 -
Master SCUBA Diver
PADIMar, 1984- Nov, 2024 -
YMCA SCUBA Instructor
YMCA of the USA (National Resource Office)Jun, 1978- Nov, 2024 -
US Navy Diver Second Class
US NavyApr, 1977- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Professional Locksmith (CRL)
National Locksmithing InstituteOct, 1976- Nov, 2024 -
Class A Truck Driver CDL (Endorsements M,P,N,T)
State of ColoradoSep, 1975- Nov, 2024 -
Master SCUBA Instructor
NASDSMar, 1974- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Professional Locksmith (CRL)
New York School of LocksmithingSep, 1971- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
American Jail Association -
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
American Society for Industrial Security -
International Crime Prevention Specialist
International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners
Experience
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Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space 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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Director of Corporate Events
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May 2013 - Present
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Event Senior Operations Manager
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Apr 2013 - Aug 2022
Event Manager for the third largest event center in the Denver Metro area. We host events as small as 20 and as large as 3,000!
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Image Consultant
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Jun 2006 - Present
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Treasure Hunter/Underwater Explorer/Safety Diver
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Sep 1968 - Present
The Pleasure of Treasure lecture was developed in 2011. Shared stories of finding treasure around the world and the fun of searching for it. Safety diver for the 1999 film “Waterworld”. You can see Chris in the attack scene mid-film. The Pleasure of Treasure lecture was developed in 2011. Shared stories of finding treasure around the world and the fun of searching for it. Safety diver for the 1999 film “Waterworld”. You can see Chris in the attack scene mid-film.
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Certified Locksmith
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Sep 1975 - Present
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President
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Jan 1980 - Present
Chris has performed over 14,000 magic shows in more than 18 countries. He has authored several magic books and lectures around the world on the use of magic in child safety and educational programs. Chris provides entertainment for all occasions, magic shows, corporate programs, seminars and conventions. In addition to entertainment, Chris also educates. Some of his most popular topics include:Putting a Little Magic in Your LifePutting a Little Magic in Your BusinessWhomp! Putting a Little Magic in Your Presentations: An enhanced workshop in creativity.The Magical Art of the ConSafety Magic Shows for ChildrenDrug and Alcohol Prevention Magic Shows for ChildrenMagical Things I Really Do Do!Doctor Nincompoop ® character comedy magic showsChris headquarters in the Denver metropolitan area and travels worldwide to present his programs to the public.
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Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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200 - 300 Employee
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Administrative Lt/Crime Prevention
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May 1982 - May 2010
Started in Patrol then spent 12 years in Crime Prevention, 4 years in Investigations and the remainder of my time in Detentions. Started in Patrol then spent 12 years in Crime Prevention, 4 years in Investigations and the remainder of my time in Detentions.
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Princess Cruises
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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Entertainer
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Apr 1979 - Mar 1999
Provided magical entertainment on the Love Boat while docked for VIP's and at sea. Provided magical entertainment on the Love Boat while docked for VIP's and at sea.
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Walt Disney Imagineering
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Educational Software Division - Contract
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Nov 1980 - 1999
Assisted in the storyboard development of educational software for Apple Computers used in schools. Assisted in the storyboard development of educational software for Apple Computers used in schools.
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United States Air Force
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sergeant - Lowry Air Force Base
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Sep 1975 - Sep 1979
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Education
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Webster University
MA, Management, Human Resource Development -
Mercy College
BS, Criminal Justice