Kim Iheme - Creative Consultant / Creative Director / Photographer, 6 to 10 Productions

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Work Background

PPC (Pritzker Private Capital)Executive Assistant

Apr. 2024 - Oct. 2024Chicago, Illinois, United StatesAs the Executive Assistant (EA) to the Head of Global Strategic Partnerships and Investor Relations, I am I am entrusted with schedule management, executive communication, Travel coordination and CRM Database management. I play a vital role in enhancing operational efficiency and driving strategic initiatives forward.

6 to 10 ProductionsOwner

Jan. 2024Chicago, Illinois, United StatesWe specialize in creating bold, diverse, and emotionally resonant content across: • Comedy series & live performance • Reality TV & unscripted formats • Documentary & scripted films • Creative consulting & development for brands and organizations From consultation and casting to filming and final edits, we manage projects from vision to delivery. My Role & Duties: • Lead all creative strategy, development, and execution for original content • Oversee pre-production (scriptwriting, casting, location scouting), production (directing, filming), and post-production (editing, sound, delivery) • Spearhead fundraising initiatives including grants, sponsorships, and SBA loan applications • Collaborate with diverse creatives to tell culturally rich and compelling stories Flagship Project: The Best in Camp • Queer, POC-centered reality TV pilot currently in development • Producing a full treatment, proof of concept, and pilot funding plan • Showcasing the intersections of comedy, identity, and queer joy in a fresh, unscripted format Highlights & Wins: • Launched 6 to 10 Productions with a mission that centers Black, Brown, and queer voices • Built traction across Chicago’s creative scene, working with talent, venues, and community orgs • Pursuing a $300K SBA loan to scale operations and hire a team Why It Matters: Our stories don’t start at 9 and end at 5. We thrive in the after-hours — when real life, real humor, and real community show up.

BDT & MSD PartnersAdministrative Assistant

Nov. 2021 - Mar. 2024Chicago, Illinois, United States

Jones Lang LaSalleBrokerage Assistant

Jul. 2019 - Nov. 2021Chicago, Illinois, United StatesAs a Brokerage Assistant at JLL I work in a fast-paced, deadline driven, and team-oriented environment. I go above and beyond for our Brokers to produce outstanding results so that our Brokers can do the same for their clients.

Beacon HillCorporate Services Specialist

Jul. 2019 - Mar. 2020Greater Chicago AreaI have worked at several JLL locations throughout Chicago. Providing a wide range of services from Property Management and Corporate Service Solutions.

Marriott InternationalComplex Destination Site & Sales Coordinator

Sep. 2017 - Apr. 2018Greater Chicago AreaAt The Sheraton Grand Chicago and The Westin River North I served as the main contact for our account directors. My mission of helping our executive team deliver unique site visits that stand apart from our competition was realized. Everyday I'd "Go Beyond" expectations while working to achieve our clients vision. Whether assisting with trade show preparations or following up on post sites recaps I enjoy being able to communicate with all departments and fostering important sales relationships that drive our bottom line and set the stage for excellence.

Marriott InternationalHospitality Sales Manager

Apr. 2017 - Sep. 2018Greater Chicago Area▪ Implement extensive proactive sales skills to build a catering funnel for property via solicitations, re-solicitations, social media activation, and share shifting efforts. ▪ Closes on social and social-in-nature events by negotiating and gaining signed agreements and Event Orders. ▪ Works with a variety of customers types (corporate, association, government, affinity and social) ▪ Creates win-win business solutions by customers Savvy Selling. Creative Events. ▪ Creates Wow site visits for our outlets ▪ Leverage technology to uncover new business, track all sales activities, and close business with speed and accuracy. ▪ Collaborates with property teams to offer unique food and beverage options and room sets

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.Client Relations Coordinator

Apr. 2015 - Sep. 20172 West St, New York, NY 10004Working as a Client Relations Coordinator at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park changed the way I see opportunities. Though my daily tasks were overseeing the hotel's amenity program and pre-arrival revenue, much of my success came from ensuring proper communication. I was the point of contact for data driven reports between all department managers and I ensure each guest felt at home.

Abt GlobalField Consultant

Jun. 2012 - Apr. 2016New York NYUsing influencing skills and techniques to maximize potential results for one of the largest transportation accounts in New York city. This meant being immersed in the subways system convincing New Yorker's to provide their time and opinion through surveys and interviews. Though a large portion of my career was to document and analyze detailed information; being immersed in the heart of the study group allowed me to develop my creativity and exceed retention goals by 20%.

Sam's ClubSales Team Lead

Dec. 2011 - Apr. 2012Woodbridge, VAAs a Sales Leader • trained employees, upheld employee morale and carried out sale initiatives. With several bottom line opportunities I introduced innovative placement and promotions that strengthened profits and team comradeship.

Masterson Staffing SolutionsAccount Manager

Jul. 2009 - Jul. 2011Waite Park, MNAs an account manager I engaged with employees to find the attributes that they valued the most and aligned them with our clients. I anticipated the clients needs. This allowed for increased employee retention and trusted recruiting relationships among all. I was on-site to ensure the ease of fulfillment and was the point of contact for both client and employee in progressed work status communication.