Ira Claxton

Ira Claxton has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. In 2010, they worked as an Executive Meeting Specialist at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., where they achieved a high meeting planner satisfaction index score. During this time, they also served as a Starwood Task Force Bartender and participated in the Associate Development Program.

In 2012, Claxton joined Levy Restaurants as a Suites Supervisor, responsible for supervising suite attendees during Georgia Dome events. Ira also worked at Levy Restaurants from 2019 to 2022 as a Suites Supervisor/Beverage Pantry Associate.

From 2014 to 2016, Claxton worked as an Assistant General Manager at Concessions International, where they managed multiple restaurant outlets, including a Cruzan Rum concept restaurant. Ira oversaw a team of Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and approximately 50 employees.

Claxton also has experience in the food and hospitality industry, having worked as a Lead Bartender at Marriott International from 2017 to 2019, a Bar Captain at Bold American Events from 2011 to 2022, and a Bartender at Chattahoochee Food Works from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Claxton served as a Chef Logistics and Beverage Judge for the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association from 2009, where they judged bartending competitions and assisted well-known chefs with food preparation and vendor management.

In 2020, Claxton worked as an FDA Product Supervisor at ABC Compounding Co., Inc.

Ira'smost recent position is as an Assistant Project Manager and Project Engineer at Charles Perry Partners, Inc., where they are currently involved in a $100 million multi-school project.

Overall, Claxton's work experience demonstrates their ability to manage and supervise teams, coordinate events, ensure guest satisfaction, and handle responsibilities in various roles and industries.

Ira Claxton has a diverse education history. From 1996 to 2001, Ira Claxton attended the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Management. During the same period, Ira Claxton also studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Management.

In 2008, Ira Claxton enrolled at Gwinnett Technical College and completed a Certificate program in Hospitality Administration/Management, which lasted until 2010. Additionally, Ira Claxton is currently pursuing a degree in Commercial Construction Management at Gwinnett Technical College, with an expected completion in 2023.

Ira Claxton has also obtained several certifications throughout their career. These include OSHA 30 from the OSHA Safety Training Institute, obtained in September 2022. In April 2022, Ira Claxton achieved certifications in various Autodesk programs, including "Getting Started in Autodesk Build," "Issues in Build," "RFIs," and "Sheets." In April 2021, they obtained the "Spirits / Liquor Level 2" certification from the WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust). Additionally, Ira Claxton became a "Certified Master Hotel Supplier" through the American Hotel and Lodging Association in November 2013, and obtained the "ServSafe for Managers" certification from the National Restaurant Association in March 2015.

Furthermore, Ira Claxton holds a certification in "TIPS," but no specific institution or completion date is available for this certification.