uginrapoport.com

"Marketing is no longer about the stuff you make, but about the stories you tell." - Seth Godin

Ugin Rapoport - CDL A Experiential Marketing Tour Manager

My entire career has been in the experiential marketing industry.
I have been a full-time experiential marketing tour manager since 2010. I obtained my Class A CDL license in 2015, and I now have completed over 30 national tours in the US and Canada. My diverse portfolio includes working with a number of Fortune 500 clients in both the consumer and b2b sectors. I have also managed multiple tours representing branches in the United States armed forces. Three of my national tours have won an Event Marketer award.

Experiential Awards:

2020 -
Best Pandemic-era Tour – Bronze Winner
General Tire

2017 -
Best Cause/Community Program – Silver Winner
TD Bank

2016 -
Best Multicultural Event Campaign – EX Award Winner
Kia Motors

Recommendations

"I highly recommend Ugin as a Tour Manager, not only as a demonstrated expert in the field of event marketing, but as a remarkable leader and resourceful professional. Ugin's thoughtful and creative solutions to the program in the field was invaluable to the program's success. You can depend on Ugin to execute your program's initiatives flawlessly and be a valued custodian of the brand's culture in consumer facing environments."

Thomas Driver
Sr. Account Services Manager at Brand Connections

"Ugin has been a dedicated and reliable roadshow warrior for Hitachi Power Tools during its renaming High Performance Tour. He is a quick learner and very resourceful - the most important qualities for a tour manager to have. Ugin's outgoing personality drew in crowds and made prospective audience pay attention to the mobile exhibit. I would gladly recommend Ugin as an experienced tour manager to any brand that is looking to go on the road."

Nadia Davis
Marketing Manager at LexisNexis Risk Solutions

"Ugin is the ultimate professional and the blueprint for an organized and engaging tour manager/leader! He treats everyone with the utmost respect and is eager to problem solve without any direction. He also provided invaluable mentorship to younger professionals, paving the way for many of their careers.
I would absolutely work with Ugin again and plan on doing so!"

Shawn Mikus, M.A.
Event + Experiential Marketing, Brand Activation, Communications Professional | Strategic & Creative Problem Solver | Collaborative Team Leader

"Ugin is an excellent Field Manager that is reliable and delivers great work. I could always count on him to execute great events with minimal supervision. He is on-time, self-sufficient, and is great at communicating important event details. I would definitely hire Ugin again for future programs."

Katie Nevin
Sports - Experiential Marketing at Creative Artists Agency

"Ugin was an incredibly valuable resource to have on our cross country Dyson tour. He was extremely detailed, diligent and available to communicate through out the entire tour. He was helpful when communicating with our clients, educating brand ambassadors, wrangling information for each of our venues and keeping our large, traveling display safe and clean!"

Christa Klausner
VP Digital Marketing & Commerce at TPN & Velocity Commerce Group

"I am delighted to provide a glowing recommendation for Ugin, whose exceptional performance as our Experiential Manager has truly set a standard of excellence within a past activation he work with me on.
Ugin has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled ability to conceptualize, plan, and execute experiential events that not only meet but exceed expectations. His attention to detail, creativity, and strategic thinking have been instrumental in elevating our clients brand presence and creating memorable experiences.
One of Ugin's standout qualities is his adeptness at navigating challenges with grace and composure. Whether faced with tight deadlines, unexpected obstacles, or evolving client preferences, he remains unfazed, adapting strategies seamlessly and ensuring the success of every project undertaken.
His leadership style fosters a collaborative and motivated team environment. Ugin has a unique talent for inspiring and bringing out the best in their team members. This, coupled with his effective communication skills, has led to cohesive and high-performing experiential opportunities.
In addition to his operational prowess, Ugin consistently demonstrates a commitment to professional growth. He stays abreast of industry trends, incorporates innovative ideas into events, and seeks out continuous learning opportunities. This forward-thinking approach has undoubtedly contributed to his sustained success.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Ugin as an Experiential Manager par excellence. His outstanding performance, unwavering dedication, and ability to deliver exceptional results makes him an invaluable asset to any organization fortunate enough to have him on their team.
I am confident that he will continue to achieve great success and contribute significantly to any future endeavors."

Rick Pace
Storyteller of Experiences

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