Brian Cunningham

About Brian Cunningham

Brian Cunningham has 19+ years’ experience in high profile, high volume hospitality and event planning executive management. Brian’s unique skill sets include experience in managing complex organizational teams including merging and uniting two of top rated special event organizations, The N9NE Group and Palms Casino Resort. Brian has led, organized and managed department operations of cross functional teams (food, beverage and hospitality) including supervision of a diverse management team and 300+ team members.Brian’s experiences have allowed him to develop, benchmark and consult with industry experts in developing best practice procedures in managing over square feet of unique hospitality space hosting over 700 events yearly including client organizations like the NBA, NHL, FIBA, M-TV, US Olympic Committee, Warner Brothers, Sony Pictures, Playboy and GQ and Vanity Fair magazines and a who’s who of corporate America. Brian’s focus on improving team member development and satisfaction which continually set new industry standards and guidelines allowing for an enhanced and improved guest experience.Part of Brian’s foundation skill set and qualifications was established in 8 years of working on political campaigns both regionally in the Midwest and East coast as well as nationally. Brian’s time in campaigns and community development utilized his ability to assess complex situations and to relate to people of all walks of life.Brian\'s passion goes beyond the food and beverage industry. He is greatly committed to giving back to the communities in which he lives. Brian has volunteered countless hours as committee chairperson for Three Square and Taste of the Nation fundraising events raising over $2M+ to help provide meals for at risk children in the Las Vegas community. The other nonprofit that Brian is passionate about working with is Junior Achievement where he mentors students of all ages.

Experience

1. Executive Director of Banquets

   Palms Casino Resort

   Jun 2025 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

Education

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Organizational Leadership

  2013 — 2016

Skills

• Advertising
• Wine
• Budgets
• Food
• Business Development
• Restaurants
• Micros
• Project Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Corporate Events
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• Hotels
• Hotel Management
• Entertainment
• Social Media
• Menu Development
• Event Management
• Meeting Planning
• Catering
• Tourism
• Pre-Opening
• Trade Shows
• Event Planning
• Team Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Resorts
• Hospitality
• Revenue Analysis
• Campaign Management
• Food & Beverage
• Restaurant Management
• Customer Service
• Fine Dining
• Hiring
• Marketing Strategy
• Sales
• Leadership