Michael J. Gianoutsos

Experience

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  Red Bull

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2004

  Brand Manager

  • Planned, organized and executed events, partnerships and promotions to build an emerging brand until assigned territory was completely saturated with product distribution points.

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  IKON Office Solutions

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  Account Executive

  • Strategic B2B sales of enterprise hardware, software and service solutions to achieve profit and revenue goals

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  Simon Property Group

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Assistant Manager of Marketing

  • Forged unique programs, partnerships and products that elevated traffic, revenue and profits• Traveled to distressed properties with the responsibility of training marketing staff, increasing profitability and enhancing activity within the market

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  Pittsburgh CLO

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  Public Relations & Marketing Manager

  • Raised public awareness about the organization through the development and implementation of a strategic communications plan• Coordinated all digital, print and radio advertising including scheduling, design, production, placement and management of multiple budgets • Increased media coverage through the execution of a media relations program, which included serving as media contact; pitching stories to local and national media; writing press releases; providing print and broadcast interviews with celebrities; and developing media materials such as fact sheets and press kits Show less

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  Simon Property Group

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2017

  Director of Marketing & Business Development

  • Directed multiple agencies including public relations, digital marketing, social media and creative services while leading a marketing and guest services team to achieve goals at a top ranked luxury property within Simon's portfolio, Ross Park Mall• Directed sponsorship sales to grow over 400% with annual deals ranging up to $250k. Sponsorships included a full spectrum of vertical markets with clients and agencies such as UPMC, Highmark, KeyBank, Huntington Bank, Lincoln, Toyota, Porsche, Lotus, Audi, Ford, Tesla Motors, Slippery Rock University, Heartland Homes, the Pittsburgh Pirates and more• Developed award-winning tourism programs that drove targeted demographics to increase traffic and sales• Regional digital marketing and social media point of contact for over 30 properties• Controlled the redevelopment of the asset by assisting the entry of unique to the market retailers including Nordstrom, Tesla Motors, Apple, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Armani Collezioni, Omega, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, L.L. Bean, American Girl, Tory Burch and more• Preferred member of the corporate events team to execute marketing initiatives around the country• Negotiated, executed and ensured compliance of sponsorship agreements ranging up to $50k• Designed, tested and launched a national digital loyalty program rewarding shoppers for visiting and spending• Forecasted and managed an annual dynamic budget approaching $1 million• Key point of contact for community relations including township officials, emergency responders and law enforcement. Formally trained and experienced in all facets of crisis management• Main point of contact for all property management disciplines including leasing, security, operations, maintenance and janitorial• Analyzed sales and traffic trends to develop future marketing strategies and campaigns• Integrated client activations and event production solutions for both non-profit and for-profit entities Show less

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  Hover Shutter Productions

  Jul 2012 - Aug 2015

  Founder & Pilot

  • Engineered, programmed and piloted custom UAVs and remote camera systems to provide a variety of industries including architecture, agriculture, entertainment and marketing a solution to capture professional grade aerial media • Edited aerial photography and video using Adobe Creative Suite

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  MultiGP Drone Racing League

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  Chief Marketing Officer & Co-Founder

  • Designed and executed strategic global marketing programs to develop a budding sport into the world's largest and most respected league. The strategy captured a community of approximately 20,000 participants and 175 groups over a two year period.• Integrated relationship management with outside partners, stakeholders, sponsors and agencies including the Federal Aviation Administration, FAI - World Air Sports Federation and the Academy of Model Aeronautics• Incorporated sponsorship and licensing revenue strategies into all facets of programming• Represented the organization internationally and domestically at strategic meetings and trade shows• Developed STEM education partnerships to grow the interest of the sport and technology with youth Show less

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  Seton LaSalle Catholic High School

  Jul 2017 - now

  • Develop solutions by collaborating with the school's President, Principal, Directors, and Board to develop innovative and resourceful plans that align with the school’s strategic plan.• Train and support staff and students on technologies that enhance the learning environment and culture• Main point of contact for all technology needs including live-streaming for athletics, fundraising events, classroom hardware and software, and administrative systems.• Negotiate, purchase and manage the execution of technology systems including security/alarm, VOIP phones, onsite support staff, one to one Chromebook program, LMS consultants, printers/copiers, interactive display boards, Google Admin, PC labs, Mac labs, and audiovisual• Fully responsible for planning, executing, training and servicing all online learning initiatives to create a hybrid learning platform with hardware and software to live-stream each teacher, every period, to all students• Internal project manager for the administration of Blackbaud and PowerSchool learning management systems.• Bid and manage all hardware and software purchases including purchases through the Pennsylvania Department of Education's NPIS system.• Redesign, rebuild, and launch the school's website• Develop and leverage technology systems for continuous improvements in all disciplines including maintenance, security, housekeeping and operations Show less ▪ Build community by producing events that incorporate local elementary schools and alumni such as live forums and Invention Conventions▪ Apply innovation to create educational programs that foster collaborative learning and productivity between teachers and students▪ Incorporate technologies that will give students a competitive advantage including drones, robotics, coding, augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D printing, ESports, and more▪ Develop and execute solutions that streamline business functions by discovering efficiencies and opportunities▪ Design and renovate learning spaces including biology labs, computer labs, media centers, auditoriums, innovation labs, and production labs by working with teachers to develop the best space suited to their curriculum▪ Market activities to increase branding and enrollment Show less

  • Director of Innovation & Technology

    Jun 2019 - now

  • Director of Innovation

    Jul 2017 - now