Paul Blank

Paul Blank has extensive experience in technology and management across various industries, serving as Harbormaster for the City of Newport Beach since May 2021, where responsibilities include overseeing harbor services and safety. Prior roles include Vice President of Information Technology at St. John Knits and Interim Chief Technology Officer at Drunk Elephant Skin Care, where strategic IT initiatives supported company growth and infrastructure improvements. Paul also held a significant role as VP of Information Technology at Urban Decay Cosmetics, contributing to the brand's rapid expansion from under $100 million to $1 billion in retail sales. Additional experience encompasses positions in project management, hospitality, and consulting, complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCLA.