Donald Goldberg Application PackageGoldberg Donald H
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
3 Island Ave #4L Miami Beach
Home Address City
Florida 33139
State Zip Code
323.327.5449
HomeWork
Donaldg654@me.com
Email Address
323.327.5449
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Parks and Recreational Facilities Board
Visitor and Convention Authority
Production Industry Council
BOARD AND COMMITTEE
APPLICATION FORM
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questions:
Have you ever resided in one of the City's Historic Districts for at least one year?Yes
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Professional License
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YesResident of the City for a minimum of six (6) months:
Demonstrate an ownership interest in a business established in the City for a minimum of six (6) months:No
AFFILIATION WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
a.
● I am resident of:South Beach
Or
b.
"Ownership Interest" shall mean the ownership of ten percent (10%) or more (including the ownership of 10%
or more of the outstanding capital stock) in a business.
"Business" shall mean any sole proprietorship, sponsorship, corporation, limited liability company, or other
entity or business association.
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other location of the business that is physically located in Miami Beach (for a minimum of six months):No
Notwithstanding the requirements set forth herein, the qualified full-time employee of a business must be
approved by a 4/7th vote of the Mayor and City Commission.
NOTE: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be required to demonstrate compliance with the
City affiliation requirements of section 2-22 (4) a and b of the Miami Beach City Code by executing an affidavit,
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with the Office of the City Clerk prior to being sworn in as a member.
Or
No● Have you ever been convicted of a felony:If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:Yes If yes, which board?
Human Rights committee
● Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach?No
● I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
My knowledge, and experience can make a valuable contribution to the parks and recreation facilities board in
Miami Beach. By bringing a unique perspective and expertise, advocating for specific issues, fostering community
engagement, and building partnerships, I want help to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Here are a couple of general ideas that I think would make me a good fit for the golf representative. Develop golf
programs: Work with the board to develop and promote a range of golf programs that cater to all skill levels and
age groups. These could include clinics, camps, and lessons, as well as programs that promote the health and
wellness of everyone.
NOTE: IF APPOINTED, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW CERTAIN LAWS THAT APPLY TO CITY
BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THESE LAWS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office
(Miami Beach Code section 2-26)
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Sunshine Law - Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law was enacted in 1967. Today, the Sunshine Law
regarding open government can be found in Chapter 286 of the Florida Statutes. These statutes establish a basic
right of access to most meetings of Boards, Commissions, and other governing bodies of state and local
governmental agencies or authorities.
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an appointed or elected Board, Council, Commission, Authority, or Committee. It applies equality to members of
advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143.
Florida Statutes.
● In what organization(s) in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
No Organization Information Submitted.
● List the address of all properties owned or in which you have an interest within the City of Miami Beach:
No Owned Property Information submitted.
If so, which department and title?No● Are you now employed by the City of Miami Beach:
● Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b):
Do you have a parent, spouse, child, brother, or sister who is employed by the City of Miami Beach?No
If "Yes", identify person(s) and department(s):
No relative's information submitted.
BOARD & COMMITTEE FINANCIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board/Committee Members for failure to comply with
Miami-Dade County Financial Disclosure Code Section 2-11.1(i)(2)
I understand that no later than July 1, of each year all members of Boards and Committees of the City of Miami
Beach, including those of a purely advisory nature, are required to comply with Miami-Dade County Financial
Disclosure Requirements.
One of the following forms must be filled with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, no later than 12:00 noon of July 1, of each year:
1. A "Source of Income Statement;" or
2. A "Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1)¹ ;" or
3. A Copy of your latest Federal Income Tax Return.
Failure to file one of these forms, pursuant to the Miami-Dade County Code, may subject the person to a fine of no
more than $500, 60 days in jail, or both.
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¹ Members of the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will be notified directly by the State of Florida, pursuant
to F.S. §112.3145(1)(a), to file a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) with the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of
Elections by 12:00 noon, July 1. Planning Board and Board of Adjustment members who file their Form 1 with the
County Supervisor of Elections automatically satisfy the County’s financial disclosure requirement as a Miami Beach
City Board/Committee member and need not file an additional form with the Office of the City Clerk. However,
compliance with the County disclosure requirement does not satisfy the State requirement.
DIVERSITY STATISTICS REPORT
The following information is voluntary and has no bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is being asked to
comply with City diversity reporting requirements.
WhiteRace/Ethnic Categories
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Gender:Male
Are you Spanish/Hispanic/ Latino? Mark the "No" box if not Spanish / Hispanic / Latino.No
Physically Challenged:No
UNDER PENALTIES OF PERJURY, I DECLARE THAT I HAVE READ THE FOREGOING APPLICATION AND
THAT THE FACTS STATED IN IT ARE TRUE. ADDITIONALLY, I AGREE AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT ANY
FALSE STATEMENTS OR FALSE INFORMATION SUBMITTED AS PART OF THIS APPLICATION SHALL BE A
BASIS FOR MY REMOVAL FROM A CITY BOARD OR COMMITTEE. I HAVE RECEIVED, READ, AND WILL
ABIDE BY CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VII, OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, ENTITLED “STANDARDS OF
CONDUCT FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENCY MEMBERS” AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE
CITY, COUNTY, AND/OR STATE LAWS AND STATUTES ACCORDINGLY.
I Donald Goldberg agreed to the following terms on 5/2/2023 4:45:04 PM
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
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I have answered all questions fully.
I have uploaded a current resume, photograph, and a copy of any applicable professional license.
I have completed and attached the Board & Committee Financial Acknowledgment Statement.
I have completed and attached the Diversity Statistics Report.
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telephone: 305.673.7411
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1) Use your office or other address for your mailing address;
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Donald Goldberg
1610 West 21st Miami Beach, Florida, 33140 Phone: 323-327-5449 E-Mail: donaldg654@mac.com
Director of Operations
Dedicate leader with sixteen years’ experience leading high performance teams in fast-paced environments. I am skilled at building
teams, cultivating collaborative work environments, and operational excellence exceeding target metrics.
Areas of Expertise: supply chain logistics, team building, budget management, brand management, food and beverage management,
marketing, event activation, client support and loyalty.
Professional Experience
Superblue 2021-Current
Director of Events and Programming
• Responsible for pitching, contracting and executing of private hire events
• Oversaw the planning and marketing of Superblue that generated 1.1 million in private hire sales
• Supports the key initiatives set forth by the COO and the facilitate the growth and development of programs, projects and campaigns
led by The Board to increase ticket sales and brand awareness
Management and Strategy Consultant 2020-2021
• Inflection Point Growth & Opening – Alluva @ Park Grove Residences – Established procedures, service standards and training for
a startup restaurant.
• Marketing turnaround – The Anderson– Refocused marketing to drive customer visits. Resulting in increased brand awareness and
the relaunching of bar and restaurant to operate with the upmost safety protocols during the pandemic.
• Operational turnaround – Fooqs – Provided best practice restaurant operations to underperforming facility. That resulted in getting
placed on the Eater Essential 38 list.
Boost Logistics an Amazon DSP 2020
Delivery Associate/Dispatch
• Accepted a job with an Amazon DSP to learn about Amazon logistics and operations to gain first-hand experience in logistical and
supply chain management.
• Responsible for last mile delivery of Amazon customers packages.
• Assisted with dispatching duties and coordination of up to 40 drivers and routes per day.
• Coordinate with DSP owner on hiring, training and driver development ensuring the DSP maintains a fantastic plus rating score.
Creative Edge Parties, Miami, FL 2019-2020
Director of Operations
• Responsible for operations, sales, revenue management, warehouse and supply chain for the Miami division of a multimillion-dollar,
New York based catering and event company.
• Strategically planned and executed the operations of the “Creative Edge Café” at Design Miami during Art Basel.
• Responsible for talent acquisition, training, assessment and motivating 40+ team members.
• Reported directly to the CEO accurately forecasting budget and P&L updates on a weekly basis.
2
Vista, Miami, FL 2018-2019
Operations Manager
• Led all managerial aspects of a high-volume restaurant exceeding $7 million in annual sales.
• Curated the programming of the rooftop bar which resulted in being named the “best roof top bar” by the Miami New Times.
• Oversaw hiring, training and development of team members with a focus on product knowledge and brand awareness.
Wynwood Diner, Miami, FL 2015-2017
Director of Operations
• Directed the opening and launch of a high-end restaurant.
• Drove business averaging 135% month over month growth achieving $4.5M in sales year one.
• Responsible for all marketing and PR initiatives.
Soho Beach House, Miami Beach, FL 2012 - 2014
Event Operations and Food/Beverage Manager
• Directed the planning, and execution of over 475 private hire events ranging from 200-1,000 attendees with budgets up to $200,000.
• Hit profit goals by forecasting, scheduling and balancing service needs, vendors and staff.
• Oversaw hiring, training and development of team members.
The Hungry Cat, Los Angeles, CA 2010 – 2011
Restaurant Manager
• Managed a high-volume, modern seafood and raw bar restaurant with a staff of 55 and annual sales of $3M.
• Developed a market-fresh cocktail menu that generated an additional $100K in sales within three months; Signature Bloody Mary
was featured in Los Angeles Magazine, LA Weekly (category finalist) and Sunset Magazine.
The Doheny (213 Inc.), Los Angeles, CA 2008 – 2010
Bar Manager
• Managed the launch and daily operations of an exclusive members only club.
• Optimized revenue and venue utilization by executing celebrity-driven special events, corporate functions and private meetings.
Hotel Park City, Park City, UT 2006 – 2008
Food and Beverage Manager/Banquet Manager
• Managed the daily operations of five food and beverage outlets with a staff of 51 and $2M+ in annual sales.
• Directed banquet and conference service operations generating $1M+ in annual sales.
Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles, CA 2006
Assistant to Food and Beverage Director
• Assisted the Food and Beverage Director on the execution of all operations.
• Coordinated special events including staffing, menu preparation and vendor negotiations.
Education
3
Florida International University, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Humanities
Boston University, Associate Arts
Community
• Executive Board Member, Slow Food Miami
• Committee Member, Human Rights Committee, City of Miami Beach
• Board Member, Kids Helping Kids Succeed
From:Donald Goldberg
To:Mena Caceres, Keila
Subject:Re: Parks and Recreational Facilities Board Nomination
Date:Tuesday, May 2, 2023 4:46:29 PM
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HI,
Just submitted it. Let me know if it’s ok or I can adjust. I love golf.
On May 2, 2023, at 3:59 PM, Mena Caceres, Keila
<KeilaMenaCaceres@miamibeachfl.gov> wrote:
Mr. Goldberg,
The vacancy that you have been nominated for, which is currently the only vacancy on
the Board, is for an individual who meets the following qualifications:
a. “One member who has demonstrated a high degree of interest,
participation, and/or expertise in the sport of golf.”
Please make sure to include on your application or resume what qualifies you for this
vacancy.
Thank you!
Respectfully,
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Keila Mena, Office Associate IV
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-673-7411 / www.miamibeachfl.gov
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our
vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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From: Mena Caceres, Keila
Sent: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 3:49 PM
To: Donald Goldberg <donaldg654@mac.com>
Subject: Parks and Recreational Facilities Board Nomination
Good afternoon Mr. Goldberg,
Congratulations on your nomination to the Parks and Recreational Facilities Board!
In order to process your nomination, please complete a Board/Committee application
with your most recent information
at:https://apps.miamibeachfl.gov/BacApp/Account/Login
If you do not already have an account, you will first have to create one.
Please note that in addition to completing your application online, you will also have to
upload a resume and photograph to the database.
If possible, please complete your application today. Be sure to check your JUNK email
folder if you have not received an email from the City after you create your account.
You will have to verify your email address to complete the application at the above link.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Respectfully,
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Keila Mena, Office Associate IV
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-673-7411 / www.miamibeachfl.gov
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our
vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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