Chad Hogan
Peterborough,ON
Summary
Award winning arts leader with 9 years of executive management experience as the CEO of an acclaimed Ontario performing arts venue. I drive high-impact, measurable results through a collaborative and data driven strategic approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
Peterborough, ON
10.2015 - Current
- Oversee the financial health and sustainability of the organization, including modernizing the organization's financial workflow, accounting processes & budgeting process.
- Identify and generate funding through grant opportunities, sponsorships, government programs, and private sponsorship.
- Grew the organization's operational capacity by 110% and increased the annual operating budget by 105%.
- Oversee the development and execution of multiple strategic plans.
- Responsible for all levels of procurement for the operation of the Market Hall.
- Curate an annual season of 25 concerts of original works from leading names in Canada.
- Manage a staff of arts workers including Front of house, sound technician, administration & marketing, box office & more.
- Developed an international network including booking agents, managers, artists, professional organizations and more.
- Generate annual operating budget & financial forecasts for the board of directors.
Marketing Advisor
Peterborough Chamber Of Commerce
Peterborough, ON
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Developed and maintained relationships through the Chamber's 1000+ member network.
- Oversaw an annual sponsorship program that has been running for 10 years.
- Developed and managed multiple budgets for various
programming, including trade shows, online marketing, and more. - Worked with key partners from Peterborough Economic Development, The Downtown Business Improvement Area, NFP's, and more to achieve mutual goals as a community.
- Oversaw the development of a streamlined membership structure through market research and stakeholder engagement.
Work in Canada Advisor
USIT Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
02.2010 - 06.2010
- Screened Canadian Visa applications for accuracy, truthfulness, and security threats.
- Used social media & various tools including CRM software to communicate with clients abroad.
- Worked with highly confidential and sensitive information in a team oriented office environment.
- Liaised with the Canadian High Commission in London to finalize work visas for Irish citizens and help them arrange their move to Canada.
Music Instructor
Bud's Music Centre
Peterborough, ON
09.2004 - 01.2010
- Instructed 30+ students per week on music theory, technique, and songwriting.
- Students ranged from beginner to advanced.
- Built rapport with students and family members.
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Law
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON06.2013
Advanced Diploma - Marketing
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON06.2009
Skills
- Project Management
- Business & Political Acumen
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Risk Management
- Team building
- Artistic Direction
- Profit and Loss Accountability
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Analysis
- Budgeting and Cost Control Strategies
- Relationship development
- Facility Management
Accomplishments
- In 2023, I led a $400k capital project at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre for a state of the art technical overhaul that was completed under budget and ahead of schedule.
- 2022 recipient of the Chamber of Commerce's Business Excellence award in the "Top 4 under 40" category.
- Was selected as a delegate to PEI's music week and as a judge for the MusicPEI Awards.
- Juror for Ontario Presents & SPARC's annual artist showcase for provincial presenters.
- Member of the Canadian Live Music Association, Ontario Presents, and CAPACOA.
- Multiple Reader's Choice awards for live entertainment in the city of Peterborough.
- Led Market Hall Performing Arts Centre through the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully relaunched with three consecutive years of record ticket sales & revenue growth.
- Curated over 200 public performances with artists from across the globe that have generated millions in ticket sales.
- Former Treasurer of the Electric City Arts Council.
- Peterborough Chamber of Commerce Policy Committee member for 4 consecutive years.
Affiliations
- Peterborough Chamber of Commerce, Ontario Presents, MusicPEI, CAPACOA, Canadian Live Music Association, Electric City Culture Council, SPARC
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
10.2015 - Current
Marketing Advisor
Peterborough Chamber Of Commerce
05.2012 - 10.2015
Work in Canada Advisor
USIT Ireland
02.2010 - 06.2010
Music Instructor
Bud's Music Centre
09.2004 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Law
Toronto Metropolitan University
Advanced Diploma - Marketing
Fleming College