Nicholas Doolittle
Chicago
Summary
Skilled in leading operations within transportation, storage, and distribution sectors. Offer solid experience in optimizing supply chain logistics, managing warehouse operations, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Strong in team leadership, operational analysis, and problem-solving to enhance efficiency and reduce overheads. Contributed to significant process improvements in previous roles, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Productions and Logistics Manager
Chicago Running Company
Chicago
02.2025 - Current
- Planned and executed race operations in collaboration with Event Owners, Race Directors, and internal teams, including course design, permitting, logistics, and coordination of service providers.
- Managed event resources and served as the primary client liaison, overseeing staffing, equipment, warehouse inventory, vehicle scheduling and maintenance, while ensuring clear, timely communication and coordination across all operational areas.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial processes by coordinating with clients and finance teams to manage vendor requisitions, purchase orders, and expenditures.
Operations Manager
Alliance Exposition
Chicago
05.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed large-scale exposition events from planning to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget control, and organizational standards
- Developed event strategies that improved efficiency, attendee engagement, and quality, increasing client satisfaction and repeat business
- Built strong relationships with vendors, clients, and stakeholders, ensuring smooth collaboration and successful event outcomes
- Negotiated contracts to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality, leading to significant overhead reductions
Trade Show Site Supervisor
Alliance Exposition
Chicago
02.2018 - 05.2021
- Assist in the setup, installation, and breakdown of trade show booths, displays, and equipment, ensuring efficient event logistics and adherence to safety protocols
- • Safely operate tools and equipment for booth construction, lighting, and signage installation, collaborating with event coordinators and exhibitors
- • Provide on-site support by moving furniture, products, and materials, and assist with crowd control to ensure smooth event flow
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2024
Skills
- Policy analysis
- Research methods
- Data interpretation
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Performance maximization
- Logistics processes
- Management development
Timeline
Event Productions and Logistics Manager
Chicago Running Company
02.2025 - Current
Operations Manager
Alliance Exposition
05.2021 - 01.2025
Trade Show Site Supervisor
Alliance Exposition
02.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign