Hugh Wunderman

Senior Events & Meeting Manager

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughwunderman/ M: 516-***-**** adze84@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

State University of New York - SUNY Purchase Purchase, NY

B.F.A Theatrical Technology and Design

AWARDS

●Top Gala Producer of the Year, awarded by the Jewish Image Magazine (2008)

●Silver Spoon Fete’s For Young Hamptons Royalty, awarded by Hampton’s Resident Magazine (2007)

●Businessman of the Year, awarded by National Congressional Committees Business Advisory Council (2003)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Gala Creative Group International Merrick, NY

Senior Producer & Creative Director February 2004- Present

●Organize trade shows, events and meetings for high-profile corporate and private clients, including the concept, design, sales, contract negotiations, event planning and execution. Procuring the venues, vendors, talent, food and beverage, security, transportation, audiovisual gear, lighting, staging, décor, and production.

●Implement and monitor ROI methodologies on each project to deliver the best outcome for our customers.

●Leveraged cutting-edge special effects and technologies to produce large confetti shoot for the finale of Pepsi Cola’s, “Joy of Pepsi” industrial promotional launch with Hallie Kate Eisenberg and the Harlem Boys Choir.

●Formulated and produced wedding entertainment for over 45,000 guests of two prominent Diamond Merchant families in Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai India.

The Jewish Agency For Israel New York, NY

Event Manager, North America May 2011-October 2013

●Successfully increased donations and public exposure for the non-profit by 40% in 12 months through developing and executing a fundraising plan which shared best practices across all involved departments.

●Developed and implemented fundraising professional corporate identity and branding strategy across North America.

●Oversaw and managed the non-profits largest events including the yearly General Assembly and the Hillel Israel Fellows 10th Anniversary held at the private residence of Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren; in DC.

●Orchestrated VIP reception for Art Basel in Miami’s Convention Center for over a thousand honored guests.

●Arranged all rider and contract requirements for celebrities, speakers, dignitaries, and vast assortment of talents. Organized the “Darkness to Light” fundraising tour of dignitary and Chairman Natan Sharansky.

Wunderman Productions Merrick, NY

Founder & CEO -May 2011

●Managed national and international events, meetings, tradeshows, and incentive programs including the conception, design, talent casting, sales, production, execution, and timeline development.

●Achieved cost reductions for clients and customers of approximately 35% through effective management and vendor contract negotiations.

●Spearheaded the comeback of legendary funk, rock and soul band, Sly And The Family Stone resulting in their 2007 Grammy honors and subsequent European tour.

●Facilitated the launch of international, Grammy nominated, recording artist Taylor Dayne’s career.

●Implemented the effective branding and marketing campaigns for well-known multi-national and fortune 100 companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Pepsi, and Nestlé.

SKILLS, LANGUAGES, & AFFILIATIONS

Technical: Microsoft Office Suite Photoshop CAD Cvent Management Solutions PC and MAC platforms.

Multilingual: English (Fluent) Spanish (Professional proficiency) Hebrew (Limited proficiency).

Affiliations: Board of Directors, International Live Events Association (ILEA), New York Chapter Member of the Southampton Chamber of Commerce.

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