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
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
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
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
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
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