Eric Engelstein
Sr. Sales and Event Manager at Two Bit Circus- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Food Protection Manager Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager InstructorApr, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Two Bit Circus
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Sales and Event Manager
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May 2022 - Present
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Santuari Restaurant
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Los Angeles, California, United States
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Director Of Special Events
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Jun 2021 - May 2022
● Annual Sales Volume: $1.4MM ● Oversees all aspects from sales to planning to execution for 12-20 events per month in 6 event spaces ● Increased post-Covid event sales from $20K/month to an average of $80k/month with personal goal of bringing in $140K/month ● Increased events volume by 150% in five months ● Annual Sales Volume: $1.4MM ● Oversees all aspects from sales to planning to execution for 12-20 events per month in 6 event spaces ● Increased post-Covid event sales from $20K/month to an average of $80k/month with personal goal of bringing in $140K/month ● Increased events volume by 150% in five months
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Deckstr
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Manager
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Apr 2021 - Apr 2022
Design, create and implement a comprehensive wellness program involving live, virtual and experimental events. Design, create and implement a comprehensive wellness program involving live, virtual and experimental events.
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Chateau Hanare
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West Hollywood, Ca
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Director Of Special Events
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Apr 2019 - Apr 2020
● Annual Sales Volume: $5.5MM ● Spearheaded end-to-end operations for up to 75 events/year averaging between $500-$3,000 per person in 3 event spaces for this upscale Michelin guide restaurant ● Launched event program at a new restaurant and increased sales by over 233% in 6 months, generating an average of $50,000 per event ● Handled project management, inventory, vendor & budget management, profit and loss analysis, sourcing & procurement, scheduling, and staffing for all events ● Oversaw all marketing & promotions generating an increase in revenue of 233% within six months by securing partnerships with global companies, including Google, Netflix, & Haute Living broadening Hanare’s brand awareness and enhancing its reputation ● Produced VIP offsite events and pop up galleries and exhibits for multiple festivals including the Los Angeles Frieze Festival and LA Pride Festival ● Trained front of house team to create a customer journey fostering a loyal customer base with over 50% of patrons frequenting more than once a week and an 85% customer retention rate Show less
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Citizen Restaurant
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184 N Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, Ca 90210
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Event Manager and Coordinator
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Nov 2016 - Dec 2018
● Annual Sales Volume: $1.2MM ● Headed the execution of the events strategy, spanning digital and social media marketing and campaign development, new client acquisition and retention, team management, vendor selection, product ordering and inventory ● Oversaw the complete sales cycle from lead generation through closer ● Produced over 200 in-house and client events yearly in two event spaces including a yearly casino night generating over half a million in donations ● Doubled event sales bringing profits to $1MM ● Created SOPs, streamlining events and enhancing the overall customer experience, resulting in repeat customers and a high referral rate generating 65% of new business Show less
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Modern Art Catering, LLC
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Captain
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Dec 2011 - Oct 2017
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Lorraine Schwartz
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United States
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Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Designer
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2016
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MachineShop Inc
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Beverly Hills, Ca
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Celebrity Estate Manager
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Sep 2013 - Jan 2015
● Oversaw multiple estates, supervising a multifaceted team of employees, maintenance crews, contractors, and estate upkeep professionals ● Orchestrated Executive’s business life including calendar, travel, in-person and remote communications, on-site preparation, oce management, meeting minutes and overseeing special projects ● Acquired and renovated a Malibu estate, providing insight on design concepts, resource procurement, negotiations, & project management, saving over $475,000 ● Oversaw multiple estates, supervising a multifaceted team of employees, maintenance crews, contractors, and estate upkeep professionals ● Orchestrated Executive’s business life including calendar, travel, in-person and remote communications, on-site preparation, oce management, meeting minutes and overseeing special projects ● Acquired and renovated a Malibu estate, providing insight on design concepts, resource procurement, negotiations, & project management, saving over $475,000
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DEBORAH WAKNIN
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United States
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Stylist’s Assistant
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2011 - 2013
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Education
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Brandeis University
Psychology, Theater, and Classical Literature and Architecture, Psychology -
National Bartender School
Mixology