Scott Weinbender
Swift Current
Summary
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Cultural Festivals
03.2024 - Current
- Reporting to the Board, the Operations Manager oversees and manages the general operations and infrastructure of Cultural Festivals including, but not limited to, financial and operations management, coordination of volunteer committees and paid staff, marketing, and public relations. The Operations Manager implements the organization's vision and strategic plan. With the ultimate goal of producing one of Swift Currents premier festivals and tourist attractions.
- This organization, having recently been through Covid-19 had been running into financial and operational trouble. It was paramount that the Operations Manager would resolve the financial issues while preparing & hosting the 2024 events.
- The SaskPower Windscape Kite Festival and the Long Days Night Music Festival hosted almost 7000 in June of 2024. Through my efforts as well as the unity of the team around me, the organization is back on it's feet and looking forward to our next season!
Owner/Manager
Shamrock Properties
07.2023 - Current
- This is a partnership business that manages multiple properties in Swift Current as well as estimating, invoicing, and completing small construction projects.
- Responsible for all duties typical of a landlord including maintenance of property, accounting, as well as tenant and vendor relations.
- As one of the tenants is a federal government office, I have been screened by a national security agency which certifies my integrity and capability to hold special clearance and after hours access to confidential information.
Volunteer
Blenders/SWSRDA/Lyric Theatre
10.2010 - 03.2024
- For more than a decade I have been an active volunteer with many different organizations within the community and will remain available as needed for specific roles.
- Tasks included bartending, DJ'ing, audio setup & production, event planning, play by play announcing both live and for TV broadcasts, and event setup/take down.
- Events ranged from 100-1400 in attendance
Owner
Lucky Charlie's Pub & Pool Ltd.
11.2016 - 11.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Planned, coordinated, and produced weekly, monthly, and one-time events.
- Created and maintained advertising and social media campaigns to increase traffic flow.
- Worked with employees and created schedules to best operate during regular, peak, slow, and Covid-19 restricted business operations.
- Responsible for business financial operations including loans, deposits, wages, pay checks, and profit/loss management.
Assistant Manager/Labourer
L & P Drywall
01.2009 - 11.2016
- Worked as company lead installing insulation, vapor barrier, and drywall as well as organizing employees and work schedules.
- Developed a loyal and highly satisfied contractor/customer base through proactive management.
Officer
RCSCC - Royal Canadian Sea Cadets
05.2012 - 05.2016
- Held position as a ranking officer with the Swift Current Sea Cadets, achieving ASLt (Acting Sub-Lieutenant) rank and completion of associated training.
- Served as the Training Officer responsible for planning and coordinating weekly classes and activities for the corps.
- Demonstrated leadership and instructional skills in guiding youth aged 15-18.
- Managed organization and logistics for trips beyond the city limits.
- Coached the cadet curling team, contributing to their skill development and overall success.
Education
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg05-2005
High School Diploma -
Swift Current Comprehensive High School
Swift Current06-2001
Skills
- Business Management
- Financial Literacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Relations
- Adaptability and Eagerness to Learn
- Typing Speed 70 WPM
Timeline
Operations Manager
Cultural Festivals
03.2024 - Current
Owner/Manager
Shamrock Properties
07.2023 - Current
Owner
Lucky Charlie's Pub & Pool Ltd.
11.2016 - 11.2023
Officer
RCSCC - Royal Canadian Sea Cadets
05.2012 - 05.2016
Volunteer
Blenders/SWSRDA/Lyric Theatre
10.2010 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager/Labourer
L & P Drywall
01.2009 - 11.2016
University of Manitoba
High School Diploma -
Swift Current Comprehensive High School
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