irwin barcenes

Delivered standards-aligned Biology, Geology, Spanish I/II, and Hospitality I/II instruction, building a classroom culture focused on high expectations and student support. Designed project-based learning and multi-phase programs while using data-driven assessments to monitor progress and improve outcomes.

Directed end-to-end project lifecycles for large entertainment and promotional initiatives, managing budgets from $200,000–$1,000,000 with ROI alignment. Led cross-functional teams across Marketing, Casino Operations, vendors, and talent, negotiating contracts and resolving operational risks to ensure on-time, on-budget execution.

Taught Biology with an emphasis on scientific inquiry, data analysis, and student achievement, using structured plans to drive clear outcomes. Managed student programs, events, and fundraising end-to-end, coordinating timelines, deliverables, logistics, and safety compliance for new Track & Field programming.

Managed concurrent corporate, VIP, and branded events for 100–2,000 attendees while overseeing budgets exceeding $500,000. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-impact guest experiences and maintained brand consistency and operational excellence across deliverables.

Oversaw daily operations in a high-volume environment, supporting $80K in single-day revenue through effective team performance and execution. Managed scheduling, staff training, inventory ordering, cost control, and banquet event orders (BEOs) to ensure efficient operations.

Supported planning and execution of educational events and speaker programs by developing event structures, timelines, and coordination plans. Collaborated on the creation of the Latinx Graduate Student Association, defining goals and programming.

Managed logistics and on-site execution for hotel entertainment, banquets, and special events across multiple venues. Improved contract workflows and event operations, driving a 12% increase in event revenue while maintaining 100% guest satisfaction survey results, and trained staff to improve on-time execution by 15–20%.

Provided consultative sales support for fine jewelry, watches, and bridal products, assisting customers with product selection, special orders, financing options, and warranty/service plans. Drove store sales goals through merchandising, upselling, relationship-building, and participation in promotions and seasonal visual displays.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Earned a Master of Science in Hotel Administration at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.