Eric, a seasoned marketing executive and a trained culinarian with a passion for crafting unforgettable experiences. With extensive expertise in experiential marketing, event programming, sponsorship, partnerships, and brand strategy, Eric thrives on setting the stage to immerse others in educational, entertaining, and transformative experiences.
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Eric’s recent endeavors involve collaborating with agency partners to build brand narratives through experiential marketing strategies for their clients. He had the pleasure of working with esteemed brands such as Allied Marine, Aston Martin, Cadillac CELESTIQ, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Citi Bank, Ferrari, and Patron El Alto, bringing their stories to vivid life.
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Previously, Eric held the role of Supervisor of Lifestyle and Branded Entertainment at Mercedes-Benz USA. In this capacity, Eric orchestrated national brand partnerships, sponsorships, and co-promotional initiatives, collaborating with industry giants like Pebble Beach, Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Avatar, Cinderella, Jurassic World, and Justice League.
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Prior to Eric’s tenure at Mercedes-Benz, he founded his own Lifestyle & Entertaining company, curating creative content for major morning shows like The Today Show and The View, and styling features for prominent publications such as Men’s Health, InStyle, and Everyday with Rachael Ray, among others.
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Eric’s journey began as the Creative Director to David Tutera, where he shaped corporate identities and pioneered product and brand development for David Tutera Couture Weddings, Disney’s Fairytale Weddings, QVC, and more, while securing sponsorships with Kodak, Level Vodka, M&M’s, and Macy’s.
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Eric honed his skills at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, specializing in Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts. This led Eric to a fulfilling stint as a Chef at Walt Disney World’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort, where he infused his love for food into every dish he created.
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Beyond my professional pursuits, Eric is an advocate for the environment, finding joy in travel, cooking, and immersing himself in diverse cultures and art forms. Eric believes in the power of shared experiences and the magic of bringing people together through creativity and hospitality.