Los Angeles Operations Manager

Stephan Cardenas

Glendora, CA 626-***-****

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Professional Summary

Executive Operations and Music Industry Leader with 15+ years of experience directing large-scale productions, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and coordinating global teams across creative, theatrical, and entertainment sectors. Expert in financial oversight, event logistics, contracting, and performance management for major clients including Disney, Coca-Cola, and leading Southern California theaters. Now expanding into AI business systems integration through the establishment of ABS (AI Business Solution System), bringing innovative automation to creative and operational workflows.

Core Competencies / Key Skills

Operations Leadership Financial Management Global Production Logistics Contract Negotiation Vendor Relations Team Leadership Event Coordination Budgeting & Forecasting Strategic Planning AI Business Integration

Professional Experience

Owner / Operations Manager Cardenas Collective — Los Angeles, CA (2017–Present) Directs operations for a full-service music and production management company, providing end-to-end logistics for theaters, orchestras, and large-scale live events. Manages multimillion-dollar budgets, contract negotiations, and payroll systems. Oversees vendor procurement, equipment rentals, and client communications to ensure quality and timely delivery. Supervises auditions, staffing, and rehearsal coordination to maintain artistic and operational excellence. Co-Owner / Operations Manager Los Angeles Musicians Collective (LAMC) — Los Angeles, CA

(2011–2017)

Co-founded and managed an organization contracting musicians and creative teams for productions and live events across Southern California. Developed client relationships, coordinated multiple simultaneous projects, and maintained company budgets and operational systems. Led rehearsals, resolved client and musician issues, and directed event logistics to deliver high-quality results. Tour Production Director Yoshiki World Tour — Global Supervised over 60 multilingual crew members across 13 countries, coordinating departments including documentary, lighting, staging, and pyrotechnics. Directed rehearsals at Sony Studio Lot, oversaw logistics, budgeting, and production alignment to meet international standards for performance and efficiency.

Founder / Architect AI Business Solution System (ABS) — Glendora, CA (2023–Present) Founded and lead ABS, an emerging AI operations company dedicated to integrating artificial intelligence into creative and operational business workflows. Developed the VCCLS (Video Creation

& Content Loop System) — an automated media production and publishing platform currently in beta testing with live clients. Launched the CELL (Client Engagement & Lifecycle Loop) — an AI-powered marketing framework in beta testing to enhance client outreach and brand engagement. Collaborates with creative and operational teams to apply AI systems to real-world client needs, improving accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making. Education

Azusa Pacific University — Performing Arts Major (2005) Citrus College — Associate Degree, Performing Arts (2004) Technical Tools & Platforms

QuickBooks Google Workspace FileMaker Pro Mailchimp MAF (Microsoft Agent Framework) OpenAI Zapier Canva AI CRM Platforms Microsoft Office Suite Digital Contract & Finance Systems

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