Experience

Quintus Home

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Business Development - Quintus LA

  • Aug 2023 - Present

• Sales Specialist

  • Dec 2021 - Present

  Focusing on areas of excellence in managing exceptional client experiences while increasing revenue and exquisite high-end residential and commercial interior design through luxury textiles at the Pacific Design Center.



Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Director of Events and Special Programming

  • Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

  Directed the successful planning and execution of Marie Selby BotanicalGardens' community and philanthropic meetings and events, private events,and donor engagement functions for a 15-acre bayfront botanical gardens. Ieffectively interacted and communicated event details with senior staff,volunteers, vendors, and artistic partners. I negotiated, contracted, anddirected service and event operations to create exquisite and engagingevents programming. I composed and distributed a weekly Operations Reportfor the Downtown Sarasota and Historic Spanish Point campuses. I ensuredexceptional guest experience goals were met through tailored, well-executedevents designed for community, member, and donor engagement.• I exercised highly effective event design and management includingSarasota's premier black tie gala, increasing FY21 YOY revenue by 50% duringa global pandemic.• I oversaw and led development and donor stewardship and fulfillmentrepresenting $500K+ in annual event sponsorships and contributions.• I created and promoted virtual events programming, extending global engagement to 75K interactions for premier FY20 live stream and webcast. Show less

• Director of Events

  • May 2018 - Aug 2020

  Created, maintained, and modeled exemplary experiences for Marie SelbyBotanical Gardens' internal and external event clients. I developed and implemented a strategy and new training tools for event staff. I supervised event staff and served as liaison for event clients. I established and executed strategic marketing plans to publicize and raise the profile of internationally acclaimed interdisciplinary art exhibition related events, special holiday galas, luncheons, dinners, superlative donor events, and private event offerings.• I instituted enhancements in event marketing and coordination, increasingour FY19 lecture luncheon series net revenue by 100% and annual eventattendance by over 30%.• Winner of 2019 USA Today Top 10 Best Botanical Holiday Lights• I increased FY21 Lights in Bloom attendance to 20K+ with $500K grossrevenue.• I won the 2019 Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Hospitality andTourism Organization of the Year Award, based on input from 500 business andcommunity leaders.• I was an integral contributor to the organization-wide strategicimprovement program FY17 to FY19, resulting in a 70% increase in earnedrevenue and achievement of a zero debt balance in FY18.• I planned and directed internationally acclaimed interdisciplinary artexhibitions with associated events programming for iconic artists such asMarc Chagall (2017), Andy Warhol (2018), Paul Gauguin (2019), Salvador Dali(2020), and Roy Lichtenstein / Claude Monet (2021). Show less

• Senior Events Manager

  • Jan 2017 - May 2018

  I produced and managed cost-effective, impactful, and profitablephilanthropic, community, and private meetings and events. I utilizedstrategic marketing and promotion techniques to increase our audience reachand attendance. I planned events from start to finish according torequirements, target audience, and objectives, including coordination of allevent operations, design, logistics, staff, vendors, and artist partner participation.• I served as Manager-on-Duty (MOD) in the absence of the CEO. Show less



Lauritzen Gardens, Omaha's Botanical Center

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Associate

  • Feb 2015 - Jan 2017

  I was promoted to coordinate all fundraising, capital campaign, annual fund,and sponsorship initiatives including donor meetings and events, gardenopenings, special exhibits, and landmark occasions. I cultivated and builtrelationships with key donors and constituents including Fortune 500companies and executives. I served as guild liaison, administeringcorrespondence and stewardship with individual donors, maintaining donordatabases, and providing statistical reports on developmental activities. Ioversaw special event, education, conservation, and horticulture programsponsorships and contributions.• I increased our number of engaged sponsors by 371%, resulting in achievinga growth of 238% in FY16 event sponsorships.• I was recognized for leadership in increasing our FY15 guild contributionby 100%.• I was appointed to the Board of Directors' Sponsorship and Giving SocietyTask Force responsible for program implementation and progress. Show less

• Event Manager

  • May 2013 - Feb 2015

  I planned, coordinated, and oversaw the execution of all events, managingrecord-setting meeting and event venue rental revenue and logistics. Imanaged the promotion, booking, and contract administration of rentals,management of rental staff, vendor coordination, and onsite coordination ofevent details. I scheduled and administered meeting and event facilities,maintenance, security, and horticultural staff assignments.• I produced $500K in FY13 venue rental revenue followed by YOY increases of37% (FY14) and 144% (FY15).https://www.lauritzengardens.org/http://issuu.com/metmago/docs/mquarterly-winter2014/46 Show less



Chris Issacson Presents, LLC

• Los Angeles, CA

• Production Manager

  • Nov 2010 - Feb 2013

  Managed administrative and production staff and talent for stellar live entertainment productions, concerts, and events featuring some of the most influential stars of this generation, including Motion Picture Academy, Golden Globe, Tony, and Grammy Award-nominated and Award- winning artists. I oversaw logistics and teams of artists and vendors involved with concert production. • Concert venues included the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre (The Ford), Rolling Stone Lounge LA, City of West Hollywood, Catalina Jazz Club, The Grove and The Americana at Brand (Caruso Affiliated), La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, and private residences, including the Getty House (official residence of the Mayor of Los Angeles) and Rick Caruso private estate. http://www.chrisisaacsonpresents.com/public_html/ Show less



RH

• United States
• Design Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Design and Sales Consultant

  • Jun 2011 - Dec 2012

  Delivered extraordinary customer experiences as a first-hire Design Consultant and Sales Associate for the innovative flagship concept gallery showroom featuring artistic installations of home furnishings in a gallery setting. I owned all phases of the client experience from initial contact through product delivery. I managed an international client base of retail and design trade professionals, celebrities, and celebrity designers. I trained sales associates on client service, product knowledge, POS, and web- based systems and software. I was the Subject Matter Expert on >100K SKUs. • I was recognized as the company-wide leader in high volume sales and client services with >$2M+ in sales revenue, $300K+ in Point of Sales (POS) transactions, facilitating $50M in revenue during initial public offering. • I received a Leadership Award for exceptional client service and consistently high daily sales revenue. • I was an integral contributor to our successful $887M IPO offering, achieving goals to enhance our initial valuation and maximize investor confidence and credibility, resulting in beating market expectations with a valuation 67% above market peers. http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/home_blog/2011/06/restoration-hardware-los-angeles-flagship.html http://hauteliving.com/2011/07/restoration-hardware-unveils-the-gallery-at-beverly-boulevard/170599/ http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2012-11-02/restoration-hardware-surges-after-ipo https://www.restorationhardware.com/ Show less



SCCS, Inc.

• Los Angeles, CA | Kansas City, MO

• Co-Founder | Board of Directors | Executive Producer | Recording Coordinator

  • Sep 1998 - Jul 2010

  Co-founded to engage and enrich audiences through concerts, recordings, and educational programs via a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation sponsored by the Missouri Arts Council and Blue Cross / Blue Shield of Kansas City. Led by artistic director Simon Carrington, Yale University Professor Emeritus, it offered an elite professional vocal ensemble of 24 top choral artists from across America. • I spearheaded creative and technical development and coordination of high- definition film and Dolby Digital 5.1 sound recordings. • I directed the production of graphic design and publicity materials, obtained mechanical recording licensing and special permissions, and solicited donor and sponsor support. • I organized international choral composition competitions for monetary awards and world premier performances. A Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Sponsored in part by a grant from the Missouri Arts Council. Additional funding and sponsorship provided by BlueCross BlueShield of Kansas City, business sponsorships, in-kind donations and services and private donors. International choral composition competitions including monetary awards and world premier performances. Special featured programming on Kansas Public Radio. Available on iTunes 2010-12. http://www.guidestar.org/organizations/30-0461576/simon-carrington-chamber-singers.aspx http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2009/may/29/direct-hit-popular-former-ku-choir-director-readie/?print https://simoncarringtonchambersingers.wordpress.com/singers/craig-kenkel/ Show less



Niermann Weeks

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Oct 2006 - Oct 2008

  Sales and management team member for the West Coast showroom of a unique company, known worldwide for bespoke craftsmanship and sophisticated design. I represented its manufacturers at the Pacific Design Center. • I exceeded sales goals, generating an increase of $2MM in annual sales revenue leading the company average in an exigent economy • I was selected by the Managing Director of Création Baumann, USA for enhanced training at corporate headquarters in Langenthal, Switzerland http://www.niermannweeks.com/ Show less



HOLLY HUNT

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Inventory Specialist

  • Jul 2006 - Oct 2006

  Maintained showroom assets and inventory, inventory records, and merchandise identification at the Pacific Design Center. I monitored, inspected, and catalogued inbound and outbound inventory shipments. I supervised off-site inspections and installations of high value acquisitions, successfully balancing corporate and client satisfaction. https://www.hollyhunt.com/ Maintained showroom assets and inventory, inventory records, and merchandise identification at the Pacific Design Center. I monitored, inspected, and catalogued inbound and outbound inventory shipments. I supervised off-site inspections and installations of high value acquisitions, successfully balancing corporate and client satisfaction. https://www.hollyhunt.com/



Kneedler Fauchère

• United States
• Design
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Support | Textile Maintenance Coordinator

  • Feb 2004 - Jun 2006

  Provided outstanding multi-line interior design showroom sales support and client service at the Pacific Design Center. • I facilitated $5MM+ in textile sales orders working directly with showroom management, sales staff, designers, global vendors and manufactures, and contract sales and purchasing agents. • I conceptualized and implemented a textile price coding system, earning a promotion from the Textile Maintenance Coordinator position. • I was recruited and rehired as the managing on-site company representative for the 2011 Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts. http://www.kneedlerfauchere.com/ https://www.pasadenashowcase.org/showcase.php?shid=7 Show less



Celebrity International | Celebrity Events

• Los Angeles, CA

• Event Manager

  • Jan 1999 - Aug 2004

  Managed and coordinated private and corporate events including business development of event services for exclusive VIP clients, including the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), Corday Productions, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and 20th Century Fox • I coordinated an intimate private residence fundraiser with the Vice President of the United Sates and the U.S. Secretary of State http://www.celebrity-events.net/portfolio/ http://celebrity-events.net/index.htm Managed and coordinated private and corporate events including business development of event services for exclusive VIP clients, including the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), Corday Productions, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and 20th Century Fox • I coordinated an intimate private residence fundraiser with the Vice President of the United Sates and the U.S. Secretary of State http://www.celebrity-events.net/portfolio/ http://celebrity-events.net/index.htm



Sony Pictures Entertainment

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

  Provided exceptional short- and long-term executive administrative operations support for top studio executives including Jeff Blake, former Vice Chairman and Chairman of Worldwide Marketing and Distribution. I was assigned to motion picture and television production, domestic and international marketing, publicity, distribution, and syndication. I assisted in the administrative and creative development and launch of Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Group in FY00. I initiated, scheduled and observed meetings and demonstrations with leading broadband technology corporations. I participated in content development and production staff meetings. http://www.sonypictures.com/studios/ http://www.adeccousa.com/ Show less



AppleOne Employment Services

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Sep 1998 - Dec 2000

  E! ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION, TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEM, INC. - TBS, TNT, KAUFMAN & BROAD HOME CORPORATION, THE MUSIC CENTER OF LOS ANGELES I was responsible for premier executive administrative operations. • I had an extended assignment with Lynn Deegan, VP of Development, E! Entertainment and previous series development of “Seinfeld”. • I created training materials and presentations for the VP of Human Resources at Kaufman and Broad Home Corporation during the $544MM merger and acquisition of Lewis Homes, transforming it into the largest U.S. home builder. • I supported administrative operations, fundraising, and donor stewardship at the Music Center of Los Angeles Fulfillment Fund (Blue Ribbon Group) during the construction of the $274MM Walt Disney Concert Hall. I managed sensitive and confidential insider information. http://variety.com/1999/tv/news/deegan-really-developing-e-fiction-shows-1117490875/ http://www.eonline.com/ http://www.turner.com/ http://www.kbhome.com/ http://articles.latimes.com/1998/oct/21/business/fi-34611 http://www.musiccenter.org/ http://www.aia.org/cities/los-angeles/all-stories/disneyconcerthall/index.htm Show less



The University of Kansas

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Office Manager

  • Jul 1997 - Sep 1998

  Budig Hall | Hoch Auditoria Complex is a nationally recognized, technologically advanced, state-of-the-art multimedia learning facility on the University of Kansas campus. Coordinated the opening and administrative management of the $23 million facility under Director, James Vequist, along with university faculty, staff and administrators, the Chancellor and the Kansas Board of Regents including hiring and training administrative and technical staff. http://www2.ku.edu/~union/hmof/landmarks/budig.shtml http://www.treanorarchitects.com/treanor-preservation/budig-hall-hoch-auditorium/ Show less



The University of Kansas

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Administrative Assitant

  • Aug 1993 - May 1996

  Department of Public Administration (School of Public Affairs and Administration) Provided comprehensive department administrative assistance supporting department faculty and graduate and undergraduate students. Ranked #1 best graduate school in the nation in City Management and Urban Policy. (2013 US News and World Report Best Graduate Schools). Among the top five graduate schools in the nation in Public Management Administration (2013 US News and World Report Best Graduate Schools). http://kupa.ku.edu/about-us Show less