R. Dean Christy
778-677-2240
ACTRA 36630
More than an Actor:
PROFILE
A training and marketing professional with well-developed administration, sales, training, and networking skills. A seasoned public speaker and group leader with a record of building successful working relationships with clients, co-workers, staff, suppliers, and community.
Summary of Qualifications
Experienced group training and class room/workshop facilitator, and stage performer..
Corporate and small business administration, marketing, and sales success.
18 year involvement with tourism and cultural service delivery in the Victoria area.
Relevant experience
Marketing Sales | Director of Sales and Marketing Established an award winning sales department with a major retailer. Writing, updating and reporting on Marketing and Business Plan Small business trainer, consultant, specializing in business plan & business case writing and development. Designed marketing, promotional, and communication strategies, including web development. Set and deliver sales targets- contributed to a 60%+ sales increase. Established marketing department for biochemical manufacturer. Capital campaign member Cridge Centre for the Family. |
Program Management | Director of Entrepreneurial Programming Managed Federal Government program budget of $350,000+ including preparation of RFP response. Managed client base of 100 plus and a staff of 5 (2 full time 3 contract). Collaborated with board, managers, staff and other divisions on program launches and promotions. Liaison with government to comply with federal program. Participated/supported dealers at shows, fairs and events including staff training. International conference experience |
Related Work Skills | Program Director and Trainer Early adopter of online and computer technology for business. Experienced computer user with client training experience. |
Public Persona and Speaking | National Marketing Manager/Training Coordinator International speaking engagements. (USA, Australia). Directed training and marketing operations for the multi-national retail supplier. Organized/coordinated national and international business training conferences and events including national and regional trade shows. Classroom instructor at Simon Fraser University, Camosun College, University of Victoria- AMIT. |
Cultural Entrepreneur and Involvement | Owner, Managing Director, Director, Performer Performer, director, founder and owner operator of a local dinner theatre. Responsible for all business activities and operations of a theatre company for twelve years. Responsible for theatre venue and food service for four years. Appointed to the Saanich Arts Culture and Heritage Committee, and Saanich Heritage Foundation. |
Training and Personal Development | |
Canadian Market Studies Group Dynamics/Working with Groups Trainer SuperHost and SuperHost Victoria Commonwealth Games, Train the Trainer Retail Selling Techniques | |
IIIInterests | |
Personal | Kayaking, hiking, theatre, golf, bike commuting, travel, cooking, creative writing, Alpha & C.E. leader. |
See? So much more, and this does not even start to discuss my time as a Cowboy, outfitter, electrician’s apprentice, janitor, or waiter (all actors had to be waiters).
Dean Christy : me@DeanChristy.com Agent: Annette Kwok, All Heart Talent allhearttalent.com all.heart.annette@gmail.com
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