Zeek Crowe

Experience

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  RK DESIGN GROUP

  Sept 1997 - Jun 2007

  Co Founder , Manager

  - Delivered business-to-business presentations to acquire new consultant client projects.- Provided art instruction to high school students and executed murals for various organizations.- Collaborated with nonprofit organizations such as Gallery 37 and Chicago Public Art Group.- Offered graphic design services, mural concepts, and image consulting for diverse client projects.- Organized gallery events and assisted professional artists with gallery representation.

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  NLC Group

  Jan 2005 - Jun 2007

  General Manager/ Marketing Director

  - Boosted revenue by 9% through strategic hiring, revamped event schedules, and new promotional offerings, driving annual sales to over $1 million.- Implemented successful online and print advertising campaigns, attracting consistent traffic to the restaurant.- Managed inventory, payroll, quality control, scheduling, crisis management, and customer service.- Directed restaurant and outside vendor staff, fostering strong relationships with local officials, media, and corporations.

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  The Energy Annex

  Jul 2007 - Sept 2013

  Marketing Manager and AV IT Logistics

  - Led brand refresh initiative, executed successful marketing campaigns, and managed client relations, resulting in increased revenue.

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  Frequency Audio-Visual Services, Inc.

  Aug 2014 - Apr 2016

  Project Manager / AV IT Integration

  - Managed client relationships and executed $3M in projects, delivering custom AV solutions and training clients on system usage.

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  The Field School

  Jan 2016 - Oct 2021

  Director of Facilities Operations

  - Budget Management: Oversaw a $3M annual budget, implementing cost-saving initiatives and maintaining high-quality services.- Security Enhancement: Implemented a smart security system, providing maximum security to the $60M school campus.- Operational Efficiency: Streamlined maintenance processes, improving service quality and optimizing resource utilization.- Team Leadership: Mentored and coached team members, facilitating their professional growth.- Quality Assurance: Implemented initiatives to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction. Show less

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  THE NORWOOD SCHOOL, INC.

  Jan 2021 - now

  Director of Facilities Operations

  - Manage operations for a 40-acre campus, overseeing maintenance, repairs, and upgrades across 7 properties.- Lead strategic construction and renovation projects, achieving significant cost savings and improving facilities.- Implemented initiatives resulting in cost savings exceeding $600k on interior renovations and over $750k on perimeter fence installation.- Direct a skilled Facilities Team, optimizing resource allocation and fostering a culture of excellence.- Maintain productive relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality service delivery and cost efficiency. Show less