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The I'On ClubInterim General Manager
Jan. 2024 - Aug. 2024Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United StatesLed comprehensive operations of multifaceted luxury private club during executive transition, managing 80+ staff and achieving 27% year-over-year net income increase. Developed $4.3M annual operating budget, oversaw complete F&B program redesign, and created 4 new revenue-generating departments.
The I'On ClubDirector of Operations
Dec. 2023 - Apr. 2025Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United StatesBuilt extensive operational framework for private social and wellness club, serving 1,200+ members, and overseeing 8 department heads and 45+ staff with budgets over $2M. Led strategic initiatives including introduction of comprehensive wellness services portfolio and innovative cross-departmental programming. Implemented extensive organizational policies and fostered key relationships between ownership, management, staff, members, and vendors.
The I'On ClubDirector of Programming
Dec. 2022 - Dec. 2023Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United StatesConceptualized and implemented new executive role addressing member engagement gaps, creating strategic direction for club-wide programming initiatives. Developed dynamic annual calendar featuring 145+ events and featuring creative partnerships with premier local businesses/brands. Generated additional $35K revenue through high-impact programs that elevated member experience.
The I'On ClubSports & Wellness Manager
Oct. 2020 - Dec. 2022Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United StatesDeveloped targeted club-wide wellness programming while managing racquet sports operations. Designed comprehensive systems processes that increased racquet sports revenue by 41% and launched new programming and events generating significant program revenue growth.
Sidecar Doughnuts & CoffeeDirector of Marketing & Operations
Jan. 2012 - Jan. 2020Costa Mesa, California, United StatesServed as sole marketing executive scaling startup from founding team of 4 to profitable 6-location operation generating $18.9M annually. Built nationally recognized brand securing consistent "Best Doughnut Shop in America" recognition and grew social media to 300K+ followers. Established comprehensive operational infrastructure and managed philanthropic programs raising over $200,000 for local and national charities.
Woodshop MarketingFounder & Principal
Jan. 2011 - Jan. 2020Charleston, SC / Los Angeles, CA / Orange County, CAFounded boutique marketing agency serving up to 13 concurrent clients across lifestyle, wellness, food/beverage, fashion, and entertainment industries with 100% retention of 2+ year. Managed strategic campaigns for clients ranging from startups to major corporations including 20th Century Fox. Specialized in luxury brand development and integrated marketing.
20th Century StudiosSenior Publicist, National Publicity, Domestic Theatrical Marketing
Jan. 2007 - Jan. 2012Los Angeles
20th Century StudiosDirector, Production Publicity & Materials, Fox Atomic
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2007Los Angeles
Sony Pictures EntertainmentSenior Publicist, Domestic Theatrical Marketing
Jan. 2005 - Jan. 2006New York City
20th Century StudiosPublicist, Digital Marketing & Promotional Programming, Domestic Theatrical Marketing
Jan. 2004 - Jan. 2005Los Angeles
20th Century StudiosPublicity Coordinator, National Publicity, Domestic Theatrical Marketing
Jan. 2002 - Jan. 2004Los Angeles
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