C. Patrick Obrien

About C. Patrick Obrien

I am a visionary leader and seasoned executive with a rich history of achievement in the Marketing and Sales industry. With a passion for creating and sustaining successful businesses, my expertise spans generating revenue, developing new markets, forging strategic partnerships, and leading high-performance teams to surpass objectives within the stipulated time and budget. Currently, I lead O\'Brien Marketing, a boutique agency that I founded in 2005, with a focus on media, advertising, sports, and event marketing. With an impressive team of industry veterans, we bring together more than 40 years of collective experience from high-profile entities like AEG, Los Angeles Dodgers, The Walt Disney Company, Major League Soccer, ESPN, NHL, USTA, and others. Our mission is simple: to understand our clients\' needs deeply and use our expertise to maximize their advertising budget effectively. Before establishing O\'Brien Marketing, I honed my leadership and sales skills in key roles with some of the most recognized names in the sports and entertainment industry. As Director of Sports Sales for the Los Angeles Dodgers at KFWB, VP of Sales at AEG, and SVP of Sales at LA Galaxy, I spearheaded significant growth initiatives and forged vital industry partnerships. My academic foundation is a Bachelor of Arts in History from the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles. The analytical and problem-solving skills I developed during my studies have been integral in navigating the complex business landscapes I\'ve encountered throughout my career. On a personal note, I am a proud father of four and a doting grandfather to four grandkids. Happily married and an enthusiastic cyclist, I firmly believe that a balanced life contributes to professional success. I bring this conviction to my leadership style, promoting a healthy work-life balance for myself and my team. Always ready to explore synergies and collaborate, I invite you to connect with me for any potential business opportunities, insights, or partnerships in the Marketing and Sales domain.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   O\'brien Marketing

   Jan 2005 — Present · Newport Beach, CA, US

   O’Brien Marketing is a boutique agency focusing on media, advertising, sports and event marketing. O’Brien Marketing was founded by industry veterans with over 40 years experience having worked with AEG, Los Angeles Dodgers, The Walt Disney Company, Major League Soccer, SUM, ESPN, NHL, USTA, MLL, Home Depot Center, STAPLES Center as well as media outlets nationwide. At O’Brien Marketing our goal is to understand each client’s needs and use our expertise to maximize our highly valued client\'s advertising budget.

Education

• UCLA

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), History

  2006 — 2009

• San Marino High School

  General Studies

  1980 — 1984