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Resume

I have worked in cultural and tourist attractions for over 20 years. My journey through the cultural and tourism sectors has included stints as the director of a small historic site, a Cast Member at Walt Disney World, and serving in a variety of leadership roles at science museums, a children's museum, a corporate museum, and an aquarium. 


I create innovative and effective campaigns and programs that drive audience behavior through exceptional interactive, social, digital, print, and experience-based content. As a results-driven leader with an enthusiasm for mission-based work, I work across departments and organizations to craft engaging narratives and program strategies to support the organizational vision, values, and goals.

In my work I strive for improvement in diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, transparency, and environmental initiatives. I pride myself on forging loyal, diverse, collaborative teams that work to each other’s strengths to accomplish goals. My passion is turning mission statements into action through creative, tangible experiences that put your audience at the center of your brand and inspire them to pursue a lifelong interest in your mission.

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Currently, I am on the opening team at the soon-to-be-opening Edelman Fossil Park and Museum and serve as a Vice President of the Visitor Experience Group. ​Outside of the museum world, I live Delco with my wife and son and enjoy camping, hiking, photography, traveling, live music and theater, rooting for the underdog, karaoke, playing ukulele, word games, and I'm probably the biggest Muppet fan you'll ever meet.

Full-Time Work

  • Edelman Fossil Park and Museum - Visitor Experience Manager (2023 - Present)

  • Delaware Museum of Nature and Science - Guest Experience Manager (2022), Senior Guest Experience Manager (2022 - 2023), Assistant Director of Experience and Culture (2023)

  • Wells Fargo - Curator (2014), AVP Heritage Marketing & Museums (2014 - 2021)

  • Please Touch Museum - Manager of Visitor Services (2013-2014)

  • Elfreth's Alley Association - Museum Director (2010 - 2013)

  • Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach - Assistant Manager (2009), Photographer (2009)

Projects

  • Visitor Experience Group  - Marketing & Communications Chair (2013 - Present), Vice President (2021 - Present)

  • Nerd Nite - Nerd Nite Boss for Wilmington (2023 - Present)

  • Des Moines Art Center - Visitor Experience & Staff Engagement Consultant (2023)

  • Broadway Green Alliance - Branding & Audience Engagement (2019 - 2022)

  • Holden Arboretums & Gardens - Visitor Experience, Staff Engagement, & Training Consultant (2022) 

  • Winterthur Museum, Library, and Gardens - Visitor Experience, Staff Engagement, & Training Consultant (2022)

  • Wolf Performing Arts Center - Marketing & Programs (2018 - 2020)

  • Le Bus East Falls - Marketing (2018)

  • National Museum of Health and Medicine - Visitor Experience, Staff Engagement, & Training (2018)

Part-Time Work

  • Mann Center for the Performing Arts - Usher (2017 - 2019)

  • Historic Philadelphia, Inc. - Guest Services Associate (2014 - 2015)

  • Deptford Township School District - Substitute Teacher (2010 - 2011)

  • BBC Worldwide Productions - Dancing With the Stars Story Assistant (2010)

  • JD Weber Video & Photo Services - Videographer (2008 - 2012)

  • Applebee's - Server (2004 - 2006)

  • Subway - Sandwich Artist (2004)

  • Walt Disney World - Tour guide, On-Campus Representative, Performer (2003 - 2005)

  • Franklin Institute Science Museum - Camp-In Manager/Museum Educator (2002 - 2008, 2010 - 2019)

  • K-Mart - Layaway Associate (2000 - 2001)

Volunteer Work

  • Visitor Experience Group  - Marketing & Communications Chair (2013 - Present), Vice President (2021 - Present)

  • Nerd Nite - Nerd Nite Boss for Wilmington (2023 - Present)

  • Wolf Performing Arts Center - Volunteer (2017 - Present)

  • Elfreth's Alley Association - Volunteer (2017 - 2021)

  • American Association of State & Local History - Corporate History Committee Chair (2014 - 2020)

  • Museum Council of Greater Philadelphia - EMP Chair (2016 - 2018), Vice President (2018 - 2020)

  • National Emerging Museum Professional Network - Board Member (2016 - 2019)

  • Philadelphia Emerging Museum Professionals - Chair (2012 - 2016)

Blog Topics
 WITTWERING: 

 

Verb. 1) Pertaining to the behavior of being a Wittwer. 2) Doing odd things that only Wittwers would do. 3) Catchall phrase for the thoughts and actions of Patrick Wittwer.

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