Below are some examples of the diverse range of experiences developed in over a decade of freelance and in-house projects, encompassing marketing, creative direction, hospitality and event production. Also included are a representative selection of my writing and not-for-profit work.
Planned & operated events in a variety of venues and event spaces, everything from 50 people to 5000, including corporate events, concerts, weddings, art shows, burlesque performances, charity events, silent auctions, movie screenings, pop-up shops, gifting suites, and even a memorial service. Have been Involved in all stages of development including concept creation, budgeting, talent booking, promotion, ticketing and event management. Curated stages or one-off events at numerous festivals worldwide, including Art Basel and Winter Music Conference (Miami), Mysteryland (Woodstock), StageONE and Deep House Yoga (Brooklyn), VoodooFest (New Orleans), Groovefest (Dominican Republic), Wisdom of the Glove (Ibiza), BPM and Day Zero (Mexico).
A seasoned bar and restaurant General Manager, with a wide range of skills in the food & beverage arena: food service, bartending, floor management, ordering and inventory control, scheduling, venue & product development (including food and drink menus and venue design), sponsorship and sales.
Since working my way through grad school by slinging drinks, my time in the hospitality industry has played a vital role in my education, dedication to customer service, appreciation for brand loyalty and training in sales, multitasking, and team building.
Donate personal and professional services for various neighborhood, environmental and animal charities including (Red), Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue, NYCares, The Open Space Alliance and the Big Brooklyn Toy Drive. Planned and executed fundraisers, toy & coat drives, silent auctions and charity dinners. Whenever possible, integrated charity, volunteer or fundraising components into every aspect of my event production or brand development projects.
