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RESUME

Gregg G. Pearlman

Dallas, TX • (469) 774-9142 • diamondsnd@gmail.com

 

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE | LABOR RELATIONS & WORKFORCE LEADER PROFILE

Senior Executive and Operations Leader with 40+ years of experience driving organizational growth, labor relations, live event production, workforce management, business development, and customer engagement. Proven record of increasing revenue, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, leading large teams, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering operational excellence. Recognized for building strong stakeholder relationships, improving organizational performance, and successfully leading complex projects across entertainment, education, nonprofit, and business sectors.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Operations Management • Executive Leadership • Strategic Planning • Business Development • Revenue Growth • Labor Relations • Collective • Event Production • Live Sound Mix • Teacher • Stakeholder Engagement • Customer Experience • Training & Development • Budget Management • Change Management • Project Leadership • Bargaining • Workforce Development • Team Leadership • Contract Negotiations • Collective Bargaining • Representation • Relationship Building

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PRESIDENT & CEO

Diamond Sounde, LLC | 2026 – Present

Provide executive leadership for a consulting and production of Live Events organization focused on operational excellence to include: record quality sound & professional production, workforce development, customer engagement, and audience appreciated.

Key Accomplishments

  • Advise organizations on operational efficiency, leadership development, and workforce optimization.

  • Develop strategic partnerships and growth initiatives that improve organizational performance.

  • Lead client engagement, project execution, and business development activities across multiple sectors.

  • Deliver executive-level guidance in organizational planning, customer experience, and operational improvement.

 

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE / EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER

IATSE Local 127 | 2016 – 2025

Directed labor relations, workforce management, contract administration, and business development activities for one of the region's leading entertainment labor organizations.

Key Accomplishments

  • Negotiated collective bargaining agreements and labor contracts while maintaining positive management-labor relationships.

  • Increased organizational revenue by approximately $3 million through strategic business development and client relationship initiatives.

  • Managed workforce staffing, scheduling, and deployment for major live entertainment events and productions.

  • Served as principal liaison among employers, union members, venues, and industry stakeholders.

  • Led dispute resolution efforts and contract compliance initiatives to protect organizational interests and workforce stability.

  • Contributed to executive board governance, strategic planning, and organizational decision-making.

 

DIRECTOR OF CAREER SERVICES

MediaTech Institute | 2012 - 2016

Directed career services operations supporting student employment placement, employer partnerships, and workforce readiness initiatives.

Key Accomplishments

  • Achieved an 88% graduate placement rate through employer engagement and career development programs.

  • Developed strategic relationships with local and regional employers to expand hiring opportunities.

  • Managed departmental operations, performance metrics, and student career coaching initiatives.

  • Coordinated workforce readiness programs, interview preparation, and employment placement strategies.

  • Improved employer satisfaction and graduate outcomes through enhanced partnership development.

 

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & SALES EXECUTIVE

Total Office Solutions | 2008 – 2011

Managed business development initiatives focused on employer recruitment, event participation, and revenue generation.

Key Accomplishments

  • Generated high-volume prospecting activity exceeding 100 calls daily.

  • Consistently secured new client appointments and business opportunities through consultative sales strategies.

  • Expanded employer participation and event revenue through relationship-driven business development.

  • Built long-term client relationships resulting in repeat participation and increased account value.

 

VICE PRESIDENT

Glad Tidings Invitations & Printing | 1996 – 2006

Founded and led a successful printing and specialty products company division, overseeing all operational, sales, marketing, and financial functions.

Key Accomplishments

  • Grew annual sales by more than 300% through strategic marketing and customer acquisition initiatives.

  • Directed business operations including sales, production, vendor management, and customer service.

  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, and profitability objectives.

  • Developed a reputation for exceptional customer service and long-term client retention.

 

ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

EVENT PRODUCTION LEADER

Various Entertainment: Dallas Stage Employees, Allied Artists Concert Productions, Electrotec, A-1 Audio, Blue Cat Blues, Majestic Theatre, Gypsy Tea Room

  • Directed live event production operations for concerts, theatrical productions, conventions, and special events.

  • Collaborated with major touring artists, production teams, venue operators, and technical personnel.

  • Managed workforce deployment, logistics, production schedules, and operational execution.

  • Supported productions involving internationally recognized entertainment performers and organizations.

 

RETAIL OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP

Store Manager / District-Level Leadership Roles

  • Managed multi-department retail operations with responsibility for sales performance, staffing, customer service, and profitability.

  • Led employee recruitment, training, performance management, and operational compliance initiatives.

  • Consistently improved customer satisfaction and operational performance metrics.

 

EDUCATION

Sound Master Audio/Video Institute
Audio, Video & Live Reinforcement Programs Completed

Professional Development

  • Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining

  • Leadership Development

  • Workforce Management

  • Business Development

  • Event Production & Operations

 

SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Increased organizational revenue by approximately $3 million through business development leadership.

  • Achieved 88% graduate placement rate while directing career services operations.

  • Grew business revenue more than 300% as founder and president of a successful company.

  • Successfully negotiated labor agreements and managed workforce relations across diverse stakeholder groups.

  • Led operational support for major entertainment, convention, and live-event productions.

  • Built and managed high-performing teams across business, education, labor, retail, and event-production sectors.

 

BOARD & COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

  • Executive Board Member, IATSE Local 127

  • Community and Workforce Development Advocate

  • Leadership Mentor and Organizational Advisor

  • School Board Secretary/Treasurer

  • Non-Profit Board Member

                           (References & support paper work provided upon request)

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