Experience

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  Project 22

  • Unionville, CT

  • President, COO | Client Development, Strategy, Operations

    • 2018 - Present
    • Unionville, CT

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  Event Brand

  • Boston, New York, United States

  • Managing Partner

    • 2018 - Present
    • Boston, New York, United States

    ELEVATE THE CLIENT EXPERIENCE | CREATE OPPORTUNITYAn Integrated Project 22 Company

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  abc3i

  • Shelton, CT

  • Senior Director, Identity | Project Development | Strategy

    • May 2011 - Sep 2018
    • Shelton, CT

    Working with my clients with the sole purpose of executing successful projects that frame the identity of their brand. Whether your identity is being showcased at a tradeshow, an event, or within an environment, we may be a good fit.The tradeshow circuit can be tough for even the most experienced professional. We can manage complex tradeshow programs as well as assist those who are navigating a world that may be unfamiliar.Events are a breed all their own and we have been there with Fortune 25 companies and privately held companies with a niche audience. Let us share our stories to determine whether our team is right for your next event.Environments cover a lot of ground. Exterior signs and sign programs, corporate interiors, retail interiors, studios, remote sets and more. Discover our nimble approach and willingness to explore with your team until the solution is in hand.Our goal is to partner with your team, generate innovative thoughts and protect your image.

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  Creative Dimensions

  • Cheshire, CT

  • Director, Business Development

    • Oct 2005 - May 2011
    • Cheshire, CT

    Working hand in hand with clients preparing to showcase their company in tradeshow and event environments. In this position I am directly responsible for establishing and developing long-term customer relationships while managing time effectively during coordination of design projects. I am directly involved in the creation and implementation of all aspects associated with the construction / development of a trade show exhibit, corporate event or sign project.

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  Convergence Exhibits LLC

  • Cumberland, RI

  • Principal / Co-Owner

    • Oct 2003 - Oct 2005
    • Cumberland, RI

    Created company from the ground up. Provided a selling environment based on principles adapted through reinforced sales training and accountability tools. This environment allowed for rapid growth resulting in a sale/merger between Convergence Exhibits and Creative Dimensions.Entrepreneurial model allowed for: Development of company vision, thorough understanding of company finances, operations, marketing, web development, human resources and associated aspects of running a successful business. Actively applied selling experience and training to successfully develop a client base through the generation of referrals and networking opportunities. Invited out of the box thinking and encouraged team selling for both sales and non-sales employees in order to infuse a customer driven sales philosophy.

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  Design Knowhow

  • Canton, MA

  • VP of Operations / Finance

    • Oct 1997 - Oct 2003
    • Canton, MA

    Responsible for overseeing daily operations as well as long term growth of company. Managed all accounting functions, HR, payroll / 401K, purchasing, sales management, inventory control and vendor relations for company.

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  G-Tech

  • Coventry, RI

  • International Internal Audit Specialist

    • Jun 1993 - Oct 1997
    • Coventry, RI

    Conducted internal audits of lottery operations around the world.

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  Office of the Auditor General / RI

  • Warwick, RI

  • Senior Auditor / CPA

    • May 1987 - Jun 1993
    • Warwick, RI

    Conducted audits of state agencies as a CPA in the State of RI including Department of Health, Transportation, Taxation, Human Services, and the RI Lottery / Lincoln Greyhound Park / Newport Jai Alai.