Ryan Durnan: Freelance in Denver, CO
Ryan Durnan
Freelance
Denver | United States
Skills
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Interests
International travel
Event production
Branding & sponsorships
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Work experience
Self Employed
Freelance | 08/2014 - Current
Seasoned Event Professional in sports, active lifestyle and corporate marketing industries:
- Project Development & Management
- Planning & Logistics
- On-site Execution & Activation
- Experiential Marketing & Branding
- Sponsorship & Client Services
- Budget & Contract Negotiation
- Team Leadership
- Permitting & Vendor Sourcing
Clients include Spartan Race, Wanderlust/adidas, Bonnaroo Music Festival, Life Is Beautiful Music Festival, SBHH Events, VAVi Sport & Social
VAVi Sports & Social / WIPEOUTRUN
Event Manager | 02/2015 - 12/2015
- Developed, planned and produced large scale obstacle course races across North America
- Worked with internal departments & external agencies in planning, budgeting and logistical needs
- Lead 30+ member teams in onsite execution and production
- Managed production crews, contractors and vendors
- Coordinated with local city and venue personnel in permitting and regulations
- Created one heck of an experience for everyone involved including participants, spectators, sponsors, vendors, volunteers and staff!
Human Movement Management
Operations & Event Director | 12/2012 - 07/2014
Operations Director
- Managed a diverse team of race directors for multiple race series
- Mentored race directors in their event development, experience and knowledge
- Developed operational execution guidelines and reports for company events
- Maintained positive client relationships for multiple events
- Integral in producing other company events including triathlons, festivals and other races
Event Director
- Produced 20+ Dirty Girl Mud Run races
- Developed operational procedures to accomplish daily, weekly and series goals
- Led 20+ member teams on a weekly basis
- Managed event budgets, client relationships and expectations
- Worked with client to continuously improve participant & spectator experience throughout series
Omni Promotional
National Account Manager | 11/2011 - 11/2012
Omni Promotional is a large format printer and manufacturer of custom event supplies including Tents, Flags, Table Covers, Banners, Event Fencing, Stage Backdrops, Inflatables and more, specializing in the sports & entertainment industry.
Cricket Wireless
Sales & Marketing Specialist | 12/2008 - 11/2011
Negotiated, evaluated and activated local and national sponsorships supporting multiple markets, resulting in 18% increase in brand awareness (2008-2010). Facilitated retail merchandising and marketing plans which met and exceed company goals by collaborating internally with Sales, Marketing and Operation teams ensuring company sales goals were met through all retail channels, and external collaboration with local media outlets to develop and implement marketing strategies for company-owned and dealer retail locations. Integral in managing Colorado’s local marketing budget of $350,000+ annually.
Highline Sports & Entertainment
Event Manager | 01/2008 - 10/2008
Connected the world's leading brands to their most sought after consumer's through high impact events and memorable experiences. Worked directly with brands, agencies, and marketing leaders at companies and organizations like CBS Sports, GORE-TEX, PepsiCo, Johnson & Johnson and Vail Resorts to produce regional and national brand activation tours.
Aviator Sports & Event Center
Manager, Sports & Events | 03/2006 - 07/2007
Managed day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar sports complex. Developed and implemented Youth and Adult sports program. Negotiated, managed and supervised contract clients. Developed Corporate Team Building packages.
Education history
Mercyhurst College
BA | 1999 - 2002
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