Chris Bartunek

About Chris Bartunek

I am an event operations leader specializing in large-scale, high-impact experiences that bring together thousands of attendees, complex stakeholders, and multi-million-dollar budgets.As Associate Director of Event Services at the San Jose Convention Center, I lead teams and execute events for globally recognized organizations including Apple, NVIDIA, Zoom, and major industry conferences. My focus is delivering seamless, high-quality experiences while managing the operational complexity behind the scenes.I thrive in environments where logistics, creativity, and leadership intersect, overseeing everything from event strategy and cross-functional coordination to execution across production, F&B, security, and venue operations.What sets me apart is my ability to translate vision into execution at scale. Whether it is managing exhibit halls, coordinating union labor, or aligning multiple departments under tight timelines, I ensure every detail contributes to a cohesive attendee experience.I am currently exploring senior-level opportunities in global events, experiential marketing, and program management within innovative companies where events play a critical role in brand, culture, and connection.Open to connecting with leaders in events, experience design, and program management.

Experience

1. Associate Director of Event Services

   Team San Jose

   Jun 2023 — Present · San Jose, CA, US

   Lead end-to-end execution of large-scale events attendees) across multiple exhibit halls and meeting spaces • Manage cross-functional coordination across F&B, production, security, engineering, and external vendors • Oversee multi-million-dollar event budgets, ensuring operational efficiency and client satisfaction • Direct and mentor a team of Event Service Managers and Coordinators • Execute events for high-profile clients including Apple, NVIDIA, Zoom, and major industry conferences • Optimize event logistics including attendee flow, labor planning, and on-site operations

Education

• Gavilan College

  AA, Liberal Studies/Business Administration

  2004 — 2008

• San Jose State University

  B.S, Hospitality Management

  2010 — 2012

Skills

• Customer Service
• Sales
• Hospitality Industry
• Merchandising
• Hotels
• Hospitality
• Restaurants
• Hospitality Management
• Time Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Excel
• Banquets
• Outlook
• Team Building
• Leadership
• Social Media
• Marketing
• Social Networking
• Inventory Management
• Hiring
• Training
• Sales Management
• Social Media Marketing
• Tourism
• Marketing Strategy
• Operations Management
• Management
• Employee Training
• Trade Shows
• Team Leadership
• Recruiting
• Food
• Customer Satisfaction
• Rooms Division
• Catering
• Food
• Public Speaking