Judith Meister
Santa Monica
Summary
Project manager with extensive experience in coastal resource management for Santa Monica, specializing in stakeholder engagement and economic analysis. Led significant capital projects and optimized beach operations, resulting in enhanced visitor experiences. Demonstrated expertise in event planning and collaboration across departments and community groups, driving successful community initiatives.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant, JRM Project Management
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Provide project management services for the proposed 2028 Olympics Beach Volleyball Venue on Santa Monica State Beach.
- Served as Engagement Chair for the Celebrate28! Committee
Beach Manager
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
03.2009 - 05.2020
- Manage operations of Santa Monica State Beach encompassing concessions, parking, lifeguard services, special events, and capital projects.
Director of Sales
Los Angeles Ballet
Los Angeles
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Develop and manage ticket operations for newly formed professional ballet company.
Consultant
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Develop operational plan and economic analysis for Annenberg Community Beach House.
Beach Manager
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Managed the operation of the Santa Monica State Beach including parking, concessions, maintenance, and security functions.
- Served as Project Manager for the Beach Improvement Group Project which included renovation of Palisades Park and the South Beach Improvements.
Asset Manager
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Served as liaison to the Bayside District Corporation and managed city functions on the Third Street Promenade.
Pier Manager
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica
01.1983 - 01.1992
- Managed the reconstruction of the Pier as well as the parking, security, harbor, and maintenance functions.
Head Librarian
Kingston Free Library
Kingston
01.1976 - 01.1980
Education
MBA -
Graduate School of Management, UCLA
01.1982
MLS -
Graduate Library School, University of Rhode Island
01.1974
BA -
Northwestern University
01.1971
Skills
- Project management
- Economic analysis
- Venue operations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Event planning
- Customer relationship management
Volunteer Experience
- Former Chair and current member, Santa Monica Public Library Board, 08/21, present
- Chair, LA County Beach Commission, 01/01/24, present
- Treasurer, Santa Monica Conservancy, 03/01/24, present
- Member, SMMUSD Measure BB Advisory Committee, 01/01/08, present
- President and Producer, Westside Ballet of Santa Monica Board of Directors, 01/01/09, 01/01/23
- President, Samohi PTSA, 09/01/06, 06/30/08
- President, John Adams Middle School PTSA, 09/01/03, 06/01/05
Publications
Guidelines for Indexing Local Newspapers, c. 1976
Timeline
Consultant, JRM Project Management
City of Santa Monica
05.2023 - 10.2024
Beach Manager
City of Santa Monica
03.2009 - 05.2020
Director of Sales
Los Angeles Ballet
01.2006 - 01.2008
Consultant
City of Santa Monica
01.2005 - 01.2007
Beach Manager
City of Santa Monica
01.1996 - 01.2000
Asset Manager
City of Santa Monica
01.1992 - 01.1996
Pier Manager
City of Santa Monica
01.1983 - 01.1992
Head Librarian
Kingston Free Library
01.1976 - 01.1980
MBA -
Graduate School of Management, UCLA
MLS -
Graduate Library School, University of Rhode Island
BA -
Northwestern University