Ben Curcio 824 Downing Dr., Schaumburg, Illinois 60195 Home: (847) 285-1572 - Cell: (847)-401-8192 : bc1340ffe@westpost.

net Professional Summary Accomplished professional with 15 years of experience administering parks, facil ity and recreation programs. Strong leadership and relationship-building skills. Positive and results-oriented with broad industry experience including project management, budget implementation, and revenue generation. Core Qualifications * Extensive experience in Park and Facility Management * Proficient in revenue generation * Project Management * Reports generation and analysis * Broad research and consulting background * Outstanding interpersonal skills * Proven leadership abilities * Strong verbal communication * Extremely organized * Issue resolution * Computer proficient Experience Sports Facility Development Consultant April 2009 to Current MC Sportsplex - Lakewood, IL Prepared correspondence, and financial documents for analysis to address feasibi lity of project. Researched and updated all required materials needed for investment portfolio. Advised Developer on funding methods. Reviewed and provided comments on the adequacy of documents and took necessary s teps to cure any deficiencies. Initiated meetings with local sports and community organizations to address need s and concerns. Consulted Architect and Engineer in the design of the indoor and outdoor facilit y. Prepared program budgets for all of the sports. Researched existing sports facilities to identify pros and cons in order to redu ce mistakes. General Manager October 2009 to February 2011 Regional Sports Center - Crystal Lake, IL * Managed the daily operations of the 60 sq. ft Regional Sports Center. * Conducted analysis to address deficiencies, which led to improved programming, rentals, registration, and scheduling practices of the facility. * Established cash management policies. * Streamlined accounting principals for the income and expenditures of the facil ity. * Improved the hiring, training, and evaluation of all employees. * Improved working relationships with the sports organizations, local community agencies, and City of Crystal Lake. * Initiated PUD process with the City of Crystal Lake resulting in the rezoning of the Regional Sports Center. * Completed all company insurance renewals including property, Workers' Compensa

tion, general liability. * Increased program and rental sales by 25% over one-year period. * Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 34% growth of customer base . * Responsible for creative design and implementation of website. Education * Established maintenance and repair procedures and implemented schedule. * Developed and implemented inventory controls. Director of Operations April 2007 to April 2009 Field House Management and Development Corporation - Lake Barrington, IL * Consulted on all areas of the development of a 175,000 sq. ft. multi-sport fac ility. * Guided architects and builders in the design of the 40,000 sq. ft. hardwood ba sketball courts, 95,000 sq. ft. indoor soccer fields, 5000 sq.ft Training Center, a therapy pool room, a cafee, a Pilates studio, and offices. * Achieved revenue goals by securing long term leases with sports clubs and orga nizations. * Researched and implemented the facility software for purpose of scheduling ten ant usage, and on-line registration. * Worked directly with Village of Lake Barrington staff and Architect to achieve compliance with building codes, documented completion of contractor's work, and scheduled final inspectio ns to enable receipt of occupancy certificates. * Prepared FF&E budget of $800,000 and guided competitive bid process. * Created and implemented maintenance and repair schedule. * Managed day to day operations and provided on-site training and supervision of subordinate staff * Responsible for creative design and implementation of website. Superintendent of Parks and Facilities December 1995 to April 2007 Barrington Park District - Barrington, IL * Managed the daily operational functions of the park district. * Acted as a key member of committee task force with long-range planning objecti ves. * Initiated the design and construction of three key facilities. * Conducted analysis to address facility issues which led to the successful pass ing of a referendum to build new recreation center. * Developed and monitored annual budget of $1.9 million. * Increased program sales by 42% over five-year period. * Managed a recreation center, fitness center, and aquatic center; 200 acres of parks including a 5-hole par three golf course, picnic shelters, handicap accessible tree house and 18 at hletic fields. * Managed 7 full-time staff and over 150 part-time staff including maintenance , athletic and fitness supervisors, trainers, attendants, pool managers, lifeguards, building superviso rs, program instructors, volunteer coaches. * Guided department supervisors to insure department functions were efficiently accomplished. * Identified staffing needs and adjusted for seasonal requirements. * Recommended position authorizations, approved employee selection.

* Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked perform ance improvements. * Liaised between school district and sports organizations to develop comprehens ive cooperative agreement and long term rental agreement. Education Roosevelt University 2002 Schaumburg, IL M.A Public Administration Concentration: Local Government Administration Eastern Illinois University 1995 Charleston, IL B.A Recreation Administration 1995 Concentration: Sports and Recreation Administration minor in Business Administra tion Professional Affiliations National Park and Recreation Association Illinois Park and Recreation Association Suburban Park and Recreation Association Sports Turf Managers Association American Public Works Association Barrington Area Safety Council Board Member Keywords MA Public Administration, BA Recreation Administration, experience in facility a nd program management, project research and management, revenue generation, problem solving and custome r service. Certified in Benefits-Based Program, Selection of Quality Based Architectural and Planning Se rvices, ABC's of Project Funding, Dealing with Unacceptable Employee Behavior, Basics of Facility Managem ent, Illinois Public Risk Fund 1 - Supervisor Training, Illinois Swimming Pool Operator, AED and CPR. Comm unity Award Character Counts recipient for Fairness Pillar.