Alex Brahms
Boston
Summary
A highly experienced and strategic leader with a proven track record of driving growth, building high-performance teams, and delivering exceptional results. Adept at creating and executing business strategies, fostering client relationships, and ensuring operational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Vice President - Venues
Encore
10.2017 - Current
- Manage operations and profitability of 56 venues in New England, generating $80M annual revenue
- Enhance service quality and relationships with venue partners and customers
- Directed venue leaders and collaborated closely with sales leaders to drive and maximize revenue growth.
- Develop and lead the Wellbeing @ Encore BRG initiative
Area Manager
PSAV
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Oversaw 24 venues, generating $19M annual revenue
- Supervised Directors of Event Technology
- Drove profitable sales growth, superior service quality, and excellent venue partner relationships
Team Leader
PSAV
08.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed financial, operational, sales performance, and partner relations at Boston Marriott Copley Place along with eight venues, totaling $7M revenue
- Developed teams, improved service levels, and oversaw staffing
Director of Event Technology
PSAV
04.2006 - 11.2015
- Established hotel operations at Intercontinental Boston and Boston Marriott Copley Place
- Integrated strategies to achieve financial and operational objectives
- Maintained excellent partnership relations with hotels
Assistant Director
PSAV
03.2005 - 01.2008
- Led teams and managed events at Intercontinental Boston and Boston Harbor Hotel
Technician
PSAV
10.2003 - 03.2005
- Executed audio/video tasks for high-profile events
Education
Associates of Science -
The New England Institute of Art
Brookline, MA08.2003
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Leadership & Team Development
- Financial Management & Budgeting
- Operations & Process Optimization
- Above Property Leadership Experience
- Innovation and creativity
- Operations management
- Strategic Decision-making
- Staff leadership
- Business forecasting
Accomplishments
- Played an instrumental role as a founding member in developing the Wellbeing BRG initiative at Encore.
- Successfully established and led the Regional Technician Council, driving its success in the market for over two years.
- Achieved a significant improvement in service results, enhancing performance by over 1,000 basis points within a 24-month period.
Affiliations
- Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI)
- Massachusetts Lodging Association (MLA)
Timeline
Regional Vice President - Venues
Encore
10.2017 - Current
Area Manager
PSAV
11.2015 - 10.2017
Team Leader
PSAV
08.2013 - 11.2015
Director of Event Technology
PSAV
04.2006 - 11.2015
Assistant Director
PSAV
03.2005 - 01.2008
Technician
PSAV
10.2003 - 03.2005
Associates of Science -
The New England Institute of Art
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