RYAN P. KEOUGH
125 S. Alma School Road #1197
Chandler, AZ 85224
Email: keough (dot) ryan (at) gmail (dot) com disguised to avoid spam
Phone: 480-309-0454
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration – In Process
Projected Graduation: May 2009
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH
Concentration on Aviation Management
Bachelor of Science – Aviation Management – May 2002
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH
Concentration on Business and Corporate Aviation Management
Associate of Science – Aviation Operations – May 2002
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH
New York State Regents Diploma – May 1996
Warsaw Central High School – Warsaw, NY
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
FAA Private Pilot License, Single Engine Land – April 1998
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH – FAR Part 141 Training
EXPERIENCE – EMPLOYMENT
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH - 1/2006 – Present
Associate Director of Marketing
Directly responsible for all marketing activities relating to traditional undergraduate admissions and marketing. Acting as production coordinator and designer for Graduate and Non-Traditional admissions marketing activities and coordinate all print and electronic communications from initial design through final deposition. Active as consultant for marketing production of materials for other departments of Daniel Webster College including, but not limited to: Aviation, Athletics, Development, Academics, Student Life, Public Relations, and Career Resources.
The Radial Group – Independent Marketing Consulting – Chandler, AZ – 1/2001 – Present
Sole Proprietorship, Formerly Ryan Keough Design – Nashua, NH / Chandler, AZ
Principal / Owner
Focused on comprehensive integrated marketing solutions for small to medium-large size businesses in corporate & business aviation and the aviation entertainment / education industry. Extensive experience in full corporate brand design, collateral design / copywriting, internet presence design and implementation and search engine optimization and marketing.
Developed full internet graphic design programs for clients such as Daniel Webster College, Rob Holland Ultimate Airshows, and Aircraft Dispatch Services, Warbirds Resource Group and Warbird Information Exchange (WIX). Non-aviation clients include Alfred Fiandaca Fashion Inc. and Nicholas Bunning Design of New York City. Airshow consulting clients include Rob Holland Ultimate Airshows, the Geneseo Airshow (Geneseo, NY), and Aviation Heritage Festival (Nashua, NH). Airshow announcing/narrating clients include Geneseo Airshow, Aviation Heritage Festival, and Rob Holland Ultimate Airshows at various events in 2007.
The Collings Foundation – Stow, MA – 5/2001 – 1/2006
Director of Marketing and Promotion
Responsible for all publicity management for the Wings of Freedom WWII B-17 and B-24 tour for 2001-2006. Strengthened overall marketing program for the Collings Foundation in design of promotional posters and press kits as well as complete redesign of CF Internet presence. Helped contribute to 10-16% increase in gross donations through promotion of B-17 and B-24 “flight experience” program from 2002 through 2006. Developed membership program for the Collings Foundation in 2005, yielding over 400 new members in the first year. Managed advertising campaigns in more than 50 US markets annually for the Wings of Freedom Tour.
Jet Aviation of America – Bedford, MA – 11/2000 – 4/2001
Customer Service Representative
Working as a Customer Service Representative at Jet Aviation, a general aviation FBO specializing in handling of personal and business turbine aircraft. Duties include dealing directly with customers, pilots, and dispatchers to assure timely and accurate aircraft handling, invoicing of customers, and scheduling of hotel accommodations, catering, and ground transportation.
Comair / Delta Connection – Manchester, NH – 8/2000 – 11/2000
Ramp Agent
Employed as a ramp agent. Responsible for aircraft ground operations, baggage handling, and boarding passengers. Discontinued employment due to scheduling difficulty and new employment opportunity in corporate aviation business.
AC Aviation Services – Nashua, NH – 6/1999 – 7/2000
Operations Assistant / Dispatcher
Primary duties include sales and marketing of charter trips, working with customers on custom charter solutions, quoting and flight planning for domestic and international charter flights, flight follow-up and flight logging. Responsible for creating and updating pilot duty time compliance spreadsheet and log as well as maintaining all charter-specific software used within the office. Additional experience includes: FAA Part 135 compliance issues, charter and corporate aircraft management proposals, and maintenance database and scheduling solutions.
Daniel Webster College – Nashua, NH – 10/1997 – 6/2000
Web Designer / Graphic & Print Designer
Acting as a team member within the planning group responsible for the Daniel Webster College Internet site. Achievements include: Project leader for the Aviation Division sub-site and successfully published in February 1999, Created the design and layout to the front page of the main college site in Spring of 2000. Also responsible for print design of Campus Reporter, aspects of the Omnibus Magazine, and layout various print pieces published by the Office of Public Relations. Discontinued employment to seek further opportunities in aviation industry.
Boshart Enterprises – Genesee County Airport – Batavia, NY – 5/1998 – 9/1998
FBO Attendant / Line Service
Duties consist of aircraft fueling, tiedown and ramp operations, operation of aircraft tugs, and minor maintenance as well as management of airport terminal after hours and on weekends. Responsible for safe delivery of fuel as well as safety of fuel supplies on airport.
Wyoming County Computers - Perry, NY – 2/1997 – 9/1997
Sales / Support Representative – Web Designer
Started when the company itself started in February 1997 and was initially employed as a designer and Internet tutor. Later became lead contractor of web publishing after the department became a success. Duties included onsite consultation with clients, preliminary planning, implementation of final design using NetObjects Fusion, and Internet marketing. Experience with Microsoft Office 97, Adobe Photoshop 4.0, and NetObjects Fusion.
EXPERIENCE – ADDITIONAL
Warbirds Resource Group – 4/2002 – Present
Associate Editor / Graphic Designer
Co-developer and graphic designer for the Warbirds Resource Group (WRG) including noted websites: Warbirds Information Xchange, and Warbird Registry. Through aggressive “grassroots” marketing, WRG visitor traffic increased by 25% in 2006, growing to just over 1.5 Million visitors per year. Marketing and promotion efforts have established WRG as a primary source for sites such as Google, CNN, and BBC. Currently involved in redesigning the original user interface for the site for the first time in five years to accommodate new features such as daily news blogs and RSS feeds that will lead to further growth and marketability to niche advertisers. Preparing for a 2007 launch of a new graphic identity and brand for all WRG sites.
Warbirds Resource Group – 4/2002 – Present
Associate Editor / Graphic Designer
Co-developer and graphic designer for the Warbirds Resource Group (WRG) including noted websites: Warbirds Information Xchange, and Warbird Registry. Through aggressive “grassroots” marketing, WRG visitor traffic increased by 25% in 2006, growing to just over 1.5 Million visitors per year. Marketing and promotion efforts have established WRG as a primary source for sites such as Google, CNN, and BBC. Currently involved in redesigning the original user interface for the site for the first time in five years to accommodate new features such as daily news blogs and RSS feeds that will lead to further growth and marketability to niche advertisers. Preparing for a 2007 launch of a new graphic identity and brand for all WRG sites.
Aviation Policy Seminar – 9/1999 – 1/2000
Daniel Webster College / University Aviation Association
Participated in the Aviation Policy Seminar sponsored by the University Aviation Association in Washington D.C.. Worked with Daniel Webster College students in researching and presenting issues in the aviation industry as they relate to the government, regulatory agencies, and industry associations. Worked with the issue of FAR 91 Fractional Ownership as a focus for the seminar and met with representatives of NATA, NBAA, GAMA, and the FAA as well as staff of the House of Representatives Aviation Subcommittee.
Aviation History Docent / Speaker – 9/1993 – 6/1998
National Warplane Museum – Geneseo, NY
1941 Historic Aircraft Group – Geneseo, NY
Acted as a tour guide within the museum educating visitors about the history of aviation as exemplified by the aircraft collection the museum possessed. Active on the Displays Committee in charge of planning of future exhibits. Created initial 1941 H.A.G. website in 1997 and began youth program at 1941 H.A.G.. Achieved status of Lead Airshow Announcer for the History of Flight Airshow in July 1997 and July 1998.
Videography Advisor – 9/1996 – 8/1997
Wyoming County Youth Theater – Warsaw, NY
Following a seven-year relationship as a member of Wyoming County Youth Theater as actor and director, was placed into position of videography advisor to steer program in a new direction. Trained by the N.Y.S. Department of Health to help acquire video production equipment and in turn train youth on the operation of it to produce Public Service Announcements and video discussion starters. Experience in on-line editing, camera operation, story boarding, and script writing.
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Daniel Webster College – Presidents List – Spring 2000
- Daniel Webster College – Dean’s List – Spring 1999, Fall 2000, Spring 2000
- New York State Technology Student Association – Student of the Year – Awarded three years in a row: 1994, 1995, 1996, First Student to achieve three consecutive award years.
AWARDS
- Andrew Channing Cabot Award – Spring 2004 – Aero Club of New England
- Crocker Snow Instrument Training Scholarship – Spring 2000 and Spring 2003 – Aero Club of New England
- The Joseph Frasca Excellence in Aviation Scholarship – Spring 2001 – The Frasca Family and The University Aviation Association
- Daniel Webster College Distinguished Service Award – Spring 1999, Spring 2000 – Daniel Webster College
- Christopher J. Adams Memorial Scholarship – Spring 2000 – Daniel Webster College
- Michael J. Keating Memorial Scholarship – Fall 1997 – Daniel Webster College
- Air Force Mathematics and Science Award – Spring 1996 – Warsaw Central School
ASSOCIATIONS
- Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) – Member Since 1996
- Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) – Member Since 2002
- Warbirds of America, EAA – Member Since 2003
- Vintage Aircraft Association, EAA – Member Since 2003
- 1941 Historic Aircraft Group – Member Since 1995
- The Stearman Restorers Association – Member Since 2003
- Northeast Stearman Association – Member Since 2003