Henry Rennar
Charleston
Summary
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Honkytonk Saloon
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated staff training sessions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Cultivated events calendar to host 30 plus annual events
- Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and maximize profitability.
- Built and maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Recruited team members to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Provided coaching and mentoring support for employees at all levels of the organization.
- Monitored store performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Managed profit goals against budget and prior year, keeping controllable costs within budget.
Restaurant Manager
The Vault
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided leadership by setting clear expectations for team members.
- Performed daily inspections of the facility to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing patron complaints promptly and professionally.
- Cultivated positive relationships with customers through excellent hospitality services.
- Recruited, trained, evaluated, scheduled and supervised all restaurant personnel.
Talent Buyer / Venue Manager
TAG Presents
03.2019 - 02.2023
- Developed expertise in negotiating contracts and securing talent for live events
- Monitored ticket sales data on a daily basis in order to adjust strategies accordingly
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulations relevant to talent buying activities
- Leveraged established contacts throughout the music industry to source new talent
- Festivals: Adult Swim, Wonderfront, Mission Fest
- Venues: HEB Center, Paramount Theatre, Music Box, Observatory
General Manager / Talent Buyer
Mystic Theatre
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Maintained accurate records of all licenses issued, fees collected, and other related documents
- Negotiated license contracts and artist fees
- Established relationships with promoters and other industry contacts to secure the best deals on talent acquisition
- Demonstrated effective communication abilities when providing feedback to internal teams regarding event production
- Analyzed market conditions to identify potential opportunities for booking entertainment acts
- Prepared detailed reports regarding attendance numbers, income generated, which were presented at monthly board meetings
- Managed daily operations of the venue including budgeting, scheduling staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees; provided training, guidance, feedback and disciplinary action when necessary
Venue Manager / Talent Buyer
The Reef
03.2008 - 04.2017
- Talent buying and Marketing
- Prepared detailed reports regarding attendance numbers, income generated, which were presented at monthly board meetings.
- Analyzed sales data on a regular basis to identify trends and develop strategies for increasing revenue.
- Managed daily operations of the venue including budgeting, scheduling staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Supervised a team of 15+ employees; provided training, guidance, feedback and disciplinary action when necessary.
- Developed promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, posters to promote upcoming events at the venue.
Education
Associate of Science - Audio Engineering
Conservatory Of Recording Arts
AZ12.2007
Skills
- Seasoned nightlife and events manager
- Leadership and team building
- Staffing and training professional
- Impeccable Guest Services
- POS systems including Toast, Aloha, Lightspeed
- P&L reporting
- Proficient with inventory, ordering and managing COGS
- Event Production and Management
Timeline
General Manager
Honkytonk Saloon
07.2024 - Current
Restaurant Manager
The Vault
01.2023 - 07.2024
Talent Buyer / Venue Manager
TAG Presents
03.2019 - 02.2023
General Manager / Talent Buyer
Mystic Theatre
05.2015 - 12.2019
Venue Manager / Talent Buyer
The Reef
03.2008 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Audio Engineering
Conservatory Of Recording Arts