Aarin Hartwell

Sales Representative

2016 – Present

Art In Surf Hawaii, LLC is a movement of surfers, photographers, artists, shapers and designers focused on collaborating great products with premium art. As a Sales Rep, I focus particularly on the sale of SUP, fins, leashes and paddles. • Responsible for developing strong relationships in TX, OK, LA, AK territory • Maintained updated records of order details, tracking and delivery • Managed samples, inventory, POP and demo rotations • Helped facilitate return authorizations, order changes and cancellations • Strategically mapped a sales and demo tour within the southern territory • Shipped or delivered any necessary samples and initiated reorder opportunities

Owner/ Director

2013 – 2017

Responsible for all levels of a versatile talent, event and video production agency. • Managed financial, human resources, public relations, sponsorship acquisition, talent evaluation/scheduling, video production, event production and marketing services • Specialized in turnkey services and solutions for any size production. • Worked with local, professional film house to ensure quality and insured production management and equipment • Collaborated with artist/event/business to provide effective brand promotion. Developed relevant marketing materials such as press kits, logos, and tag lines • Refined social media recruiting skills promotional/film/commercial opportunities to HTP talent and professionals

Owner/Director

2016 – 2017

SPI Sessions is a surfing and stand-up paddle-boarding rental and lessons company based on South Padre Island, TX also focusing on kids summer camps. SPI Sessions is now operated by experienced staff on South Padre Island. • Developed business structure and marketing plan for operating a mobile rental and lessons company • Wrote environmentally cooperative educational component for instructing kids summer programming (Surf. SUP. Science Summer Sessions) • Handled all marketing initiatives including website development, print, distribution, social media and photo shoots for new media • Trained and certified surf and SUP instructors in water safety, proper instruction and safety procedures, booking, management and city code information

Sales Representative, Under Armour Sub Rep- Socks Division

2016 – 2016

5/2016- 11/2016 Responsible for building the UA sock division in the Texas Territory from $0 to $50K in sales in 6 months. • Worked directly with Gildan Associates to process account orders • Maintained database of all communication with key accounts via personal spreadsheets and B2B • Acquired and developed new account relationships • Responsible for new account inquiries, dealer applications and contracts • Managed Sock Samples and Direct marketing initiatives • Responsible for maintaining sustainable records of sales achievements/quotas

Professional Athlete/ USA Marketing Representative

2015 – 2016

Responsible for engaging various kite boarding networks in CORE Kiteboarding products by field marketing demonstrations and events throughout the USA in 2015. • Developed and managed all logistics of an effective field marketing tour • Initiated athlete endorsements and leveraged CORE brand through events, PR hits and sponsorships, signed 10 riders across the USA • Acquired new sales accounts and multiple direct sales for local retailer • Worked cross-functionally with product managers, marketing team, digital and sales teams to develop media hits and consumer buzz in coordination with key product launches, ad campaigns and sales initiatives while on tour • Responsible for mapping tour, scheduling tour stops/demos, driving perimeter of the USA in company van, advertising, permits and full set-up and break down of each demo event and inventory

Documentary Film Producer

2014 – 2014

One of ten producers nation-wide who worked to document the “Future of American Cities” for a PBS Television series entitled, One Day in the American City. • Responsible for oversight all logistical and technical aspects of filming, coordinating film and media teams, shot schedules, production equipment and allocation of funding for 20 production teams • Identified and produced over 20 feature stories with outreach to hundreds of non-profit organizations, 69 municipalities, professional filmmakers and thousands of inspired citizens to participate in One Day filming • Managed outreach and implementation of social media campaign including; all info pertaining to www.onedayinlrgv.org and blog management • Organized outreach and screenings, such as participation in SXSW Film Festival • Solidified 5 proclamations of support from Rio Grande Valley cities and raised the most grant money from municipalities and private entities for the One Day on Earth LLC campaign than any other USA producer

2003 – 2005

Bachelor of Arts in Communication

2011 – 2013

Bachelor of Arts in Communication