Hi, I'm Shaun Hudson. I lead operations and people, with a professional background spanning hospitality, event production, and media. I build and grow teams, optimize profitability, and create memorable guest experiences, using a mix of strategic marketing and hands-on leadership. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration and entrepreneurial problem-solving to drive results for brands in both hospitality and entertainment. I’m energized by complex challenges, partnerships, and turning creative ideas into tangible outcomes. I value curiosity, adaptability, and service, and I enjoy connecting people and processes to deliver exceptional experiences and sustained growth.

Shaun Hudson

Hi, I'm Shaun Hudson. I lead operations and people, with a professional background spanning hospitality, event production, and media. I build and grow teams, optimize profitability, and create memorable guest experiences, using a mix of strategic marketing and hands-on leadership. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration and entrepreneurial problem-solving to drive results for brands in both hospitality and entertainment. I’m energized by complex challenges, partnerships, and turning creative ideas into tangible outcomes. I value curiosity, adaptability, and service, and I enjoy connecting people and processes to deliver exceptional experiences and sustained growth.

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Hi, I’m Shaun Hudson. I lead operations and people, with a professional background spanning hospitality, event production, and media. I build and grow teams, optimize profitability, and create memorable guest experiences, using a mix of strategic marketing and hands-on leadership. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration and entrepreneurial problem-solving to drive results for brands in both hospitality and entertainment.

I’m energized by complex challenges, partnerships, and turning creative ideas into tangible outcomes. I value curiosity, adaptability, and service, and I enjoy connecting people and processes to deliver exceptional experiences and sustained growth.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

General Manager at The Global Quesadilla Co
January 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for daily operations and supervision of management team. Implemented marketing and customer service strategies that increased sales 15% to $3MM annually. Decreased budgeted food and labor costs by 5%. Managed monthly P&L, inventory reports, sales forecasts, and annual budgets.
Bar Manager at Clinton Hall/Slate Rooftop Beer Garden
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Managed restaurant and bar operations of Clinton Hall and Slate Rooftop at Pod Hotel Williamsburg with over 20 employees including bartenders, barbacks, runners, servers, porters, dishwashers, prep cooks, line cooks and security.
Bar Manager at Beyond The Arc Events
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Managed bar operations of pop-up events, including four bars, twelve bartenders and three barbacks for a party with 3,000 attendees.
Bartender/Captain at Metro Management
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Bartender at The Highline Hotel
May 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Bartender at The Highline Hotel
May 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Bartender/Server/Captain at Kensington Event Staffing
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Brand Ambassador at Victory Marketing
January 1, 2018 - Present
Karaoke Host/DJ at BAR NINE
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Bartender at Growler’s Pub
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Producer/Music Supervisor at Swirl Films – Dinner For Two
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnership at Connex Partners
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Staff Writer at Infinity Media – NBC’s “Siberia”
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Marketing and Business Development Manager at Mediacom
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Marketing and Business Development Associate at SUPERFLY PRESENTS – Bonnaroo Music Festival
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Production Manager at Coolfire Media
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Actor/Writer/Singer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present

Education

B.A. at Yale University
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
M.B.A at Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
B.A. in Economics and Film Studies at Yale University
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
M.B.A Brand Management and Strategy at Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other