RAY MONTGOMERY

EXPERIENCE

THE POOL AT HARRAH’S RESORT & CASINO: ATLANTIC CITY, NJ
Director of Pool & Nightlife Operations
August 2007 - April 2009

  • Overall responsibility for management of The Pool, a 23,000 square foot multi-faceted entertainment venue within Harrah’s Resort & Casino that functions as a resort pool & restaurant during the daytime and a high end 2,100 capacity club at night.
  • Created and implemented an aggressive business plan and operational budget that resulted in a 55% increase in revenue goals as well as 12% reduction of cost of goods and 10% reduction of cost of labor within a 20 month time period.
  • Awarded 2009 Excellence in Leadership Award by Harrah’s International, an annual award recognizing a select group of executives throughout Harrah’s world wide organization who have demonstrated superior results in leadership and financial achievement.
  • Responsible for development of all promotional materials, events and marketing campaigns to include securing VIP and celebrity talent for venue, which increased customer base by 110% and resulted in several awards for venue in 2009: Best Dance Club, Best Resident DJ, Best Bottle Service and Best Industry Night Specials by ACWeekly.com.
  • Collaborated with Sales, Food & Beverage and Catering departments to execute catered events at The Pool, contributing to an increase of 105% in private functions for facility.
  • Provided direction to Pool Supervisors & Managers to ensure that all Pool activities were performed according to established company policies and procedures and proper staffing levels maintained.
  • Ensured exclusive customer service in alignment with company and department goals while exceeding customer’s expectations in the area of private cabana/Jacuzzi rentals and VIP bottle service resulting in venue being rated 2008 Best Pool Award by Casino Player Magazine.


AVALON/AXIS & I/D/EMBASSY/MODERN: BOSTON, MA
Director of Operations
April 2003 – February 2007

  • Managed and operated all aspects of a 5-club, 4000 capacity venue which featured internationally known musical acts, live musical artists and DJ’s such as Tiesto, Paul Oakenfold and Carl Cox.
  • Increased profitability by 400% within a four year time period.
  • Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies to increase customer base.
  • Coordinated food festivals with the most reputable Boston restaurants, daytime street parties and concerts with over 6,000 patrons.
  • Supervised over 300 employees including managers, security, bar staff and promoters.
  • Responsible for annual budgets and satisfying financial goals.
  • Established relationships with local business leaders which resulted in a significant increase in corporate events.
  • Created and implemented effective loss prevention program.
  • Initiated and maintained relationships with the local licensing/entertainment boards and law enforcement to provide a safe environment without sacrificing customer service.


LOTUS RESTAURANT AND NIGHTCLUB: MANHATTAN, NY
Manager
October 2002 – March 2003

  • Hired, trained and supervised security of a 1000 capacity venue.
  • Represented the venue with local and city boards.
  • Facilitated the VIP and celebrity clientele.


SPEED NIGHTCLUB: MANHATTAN, NY
Managing Partner
October 1999 – September 2002

  • Responsible for overall operations and promotions for the venue.
  • Hired, trained and supervised staff for the club with a capacity of 1200.
  • Developed relationships with community leaders to coordinate club activities for general public.
  • Created positive public perception of the venue.


THE TUNNEL: MANHATTAN, NY
General Manager
January 1995 – October 1999

  • Managed and operated venue with a capacity of over 2700 with a staff of over 300 employees.
  • Maintained the cost of labor and the cost of goods below industry standards.
  • Created cost effective staffing, marketing, and promotional plans.


CLUB USA: MANHATTAN, NY
Operations Manager
December 1992 - December 1994

  • Managed service and security staff for ultra exclusive venue specializing in the entertainment of high end clientele.
  • Coordinated all events and acted as a liaison with the local and federal police officials and client’s private security.
  • Developed and mastered the art of servicing the elite class.


THE UNDERGROUND NIGHT CLUB: MANHATTAN, NY
Promotions Manager
June 1986 – June 1990

  • Sourced musical artists & DJ’s.
  • Negotiated contracts with various DJ’s and artists’ managers.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies.
  • Successfully marketed and hosted various VIP events.


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