Steve Mahnken

Background

About Steve Mahnken

As an accomplished leader with outstanding strategic planning, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and presentation skills, my proven record of accomplishment in project management, multi-unit management, and business development spans 20+ years. I possess a broad operations background across diverse sectors including financial services, marketing, and education. In order to enhance my project management knowledge, I am currently studying in a Project Management Professional program with expected completion next year. I am a self-starter, persistent in achieving organizational goals and I am well respected by staff and management. I possess excellent people skills, and am recognized as a persuasive, honest, approachable, and trustworthy resource to both peers and senior management.I have led unprofitable locations to rapid profitability. I have led six operational teams across the U.S. in Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Buffalo, and Toronto, executing the planning, training, staffing, transportation, and deployment of audience measurement technology and field teams for international events. I have also driven an entire region to become the fastest growing in the company for sales and events.I possess an outstanding ability to leverage others’ expertise, manage competing demands, and utilize innovative methods to solve complex organizational challenges. My strengths include leading and managing organizational change, as well as analyzing and managing P&L, planning and analyzing budgets, developing and instituting staffing programs, building and leading dynamic teams, and documenting procedures.