I have over 30 years of experience in event coordination, management, and production, coupled with a vast knowledge of marketing and promotions. I thrive on creating an atmosphere that fosters insightful imagination and collaboration by working well with diverse groups and personalities. I am adept at bringing calm and focus to chaotic situations, which helps promote a productive environment where creativity can flourish. Leveraging my diverse experiences and knowledge, I am able to anticipate challenges before they arise and address them proactively. I enjoy managing complex projects, coordinating community and corporate events, and leading teams to achieve successful outcomes.

Andy Goldfinger

I have over 30 years of experience in event coordination, management, and production, coupled with a vast knowledge of marketing and promotions. I thrive on creating an atmosphere that fosters insightful imagination and collaboration by working well with diverse groups and personalities. I am adept at bringing calm and focus to chaotic situations, which helps promote a productive environment where creativity can flourish. Leveraging my diverse experiences and knowledge, I am able to anticipate challenges before they arise and address them proactively. I enjoy managing complex projects, coordinating community and corporate events, and leading teams to achieve successful outcomes.

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I have over 30 years of experience in event coordination, management, and production, coupled with a vast knowledge of marketing and promotions. I thrive on creating an atmosphere that fosters insightful imagination and collaboration by working well with diverse groups and personalities. I am adept at bringing calm and focus to chaotic situations, which helps promote a productive environment where creativity can flourish.

Leveraging my diverse experiences and knowledge, I am able to anticipate challenges before they arise and address them proactively. I enjoy managing complex projects, coordinating community and corporate events, and leading teams to achieve successful outcomes.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Director of Development at 92.7 FM KOCF
January 1, 2018 - Present
Responsible for all station branding, fundraising, event production, and coordination. Achieved doubling of revenue in 2018. Produced underwriting, PSA, and promotional spots. Created process for station events and defined station organizational infrastructure. Supervised, recruited, and coordinated all volunteer activities. Secured venue location, advertising, security, sound, concessions, payroll, tickets, and artists. Worked with city officials, business, and community leaders to define and produce community events.
Program Director / Host / OCF Crew Coordinator at 92.7 FM KOCF
January 1, 2017 - Present
Managed all on-air programming and staff. Advisor to high school broadcasting program. Broadcasted live shows Monday and Friday evenings. Managed production, talent, work schedules, and program schedules. Produced, managed, developed, and coordinated all station events. Coordinated Oregon Country Fair activities, including booth management, volunteer staffing, recording, and broadcasting from Hoarse Chorale stage.
Sr. Manager, Web Services Group, WGP at Alcatel – Lucent Technologies
December 31, 2016 - July 19, 2025
Led cross-organization teams for a full technology audit to procure a content management system for the enterprise division's web future. Developed and presented project plans, roadmap, and strategy documents to executive leadership. Oversaw marketing and web-related projects across multiple organizations. Managed design and creation of web-related graphic elements. Validated technical requirements and changes to web infrastructure and architecture.
Senior Web Architect/Project Manager at Alcatel – Lucent Technologies
December 31, 2011 - July 19, 2025
Led cross-organization teams in technology audits for content management system procurement. Developed project plans, roadmaps, and strategic documents for leadership. Managed various marketing and web projects across divisions. Acted as liaison bridging marketing and technology groups to ensure clear requirements.
Marketing Manager at Alcatel – Lucent Technologies
December 31, 2006 - July 19, 2025
Developed and deployed enhanced user profiling for Business Partner Extranet for APAC and LATAM regions. Served as liaison and lead developer with corporate web teams globally, providing clear directions for internal and external websites. Coordinated production and distribution of digital marketing projects. Produced multi-media CDs, printed collateral, presentations, and trade show graphics. Managed project specifications and deadlines. Developed marketing strategy for North America Channel Marketing.
Director of Marketing & Communications at Fuel Network of America
December 31, 1999 - July 19, 2025
Organized, produced, and was featured speaker in national promotional tour covering 18 cities. Increased national sales by 35% due to promotional efforts. Created all promotional materials including ads, posters, press releases, publicity photos, and website.
Director of Marketing at Q-ZAR Los Angeles
December 31, 1997 - July 19, 2025
Increased corporate revenue by 60% through marketing initiatives and promotional collateral design. Secured celebrities and community representatives for special events.
On-Air Host / Asst. Music Director at 88.5 KCSN FM
December 31, 1989 - July 19, 2025
Programmed all on-air music as host of popular programs including 'Valley Rock Shift' and a Country format. Served as engineer for NPR’s All Things Considered and live broadcasts of LA Kings Hockey Games from 1983 - 1984.
General Manager / Buyer / Director of Marketing at Boulevard Music Mart
December 31, 1986 - July 19, 2025
Managed all product buying and tested market responses to promotions. Increased revenue through unique promotions and advertising. Negotiated distribution agreements with industry vendors.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of California, Los Angeles
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1992

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Retail, Education, Software & Internet