Experience

VC United

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Director (Hosted Events/Youth Programs) at VC United

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  - Pioneered and created the largest single-day, full-day volleyball tournament series in Northwest Illinois, starting from scratch. - Successfully grew the tournament series to over 500 teams attending per season, establishing it as a premier event in the region. - Utilized creative analysis of the local market to identify a unique niche and develop a successful tournament structure that resonates with the sports and recreation community. - Managed all aspects of event operations, including marketing, social media, staffing, concessions, and budgeting. - Built and managed a profitable concession stand, driving sales of the best-selling items. - Oversaw the hiring and management of a large team, providing comprehensive training in events, concessions, gate operations, and apparel shop. - Implemented AES scheduling software to efficiently schedule tournaments. - Coordinated referee hiring and ensured effective management during tournaments. - Developed and organized successful tournaments, attracting teams from across the region. Show less



White Pelican, Inc

• President

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  - Founded and built a thriving canoe, kayak, and tube rental and livery business from scratch, leveraging creative market analysis to identify a unique niche. - Consistently achieved exceptional financial results, with consistent revenue generation each six-month season. - Directed all aspects of the business, including marketing, social media, website management, customer service, reservations, and team management. - Developed and implemented comprehensive policies, procedures, and management strategies to ensure smooth operations and continuous growth. - Cultivated strong partnerships with local businesses and organizations. - Utilized advanced analytics to inform marketing strategies and optimize overall business performance. Ensured exceptional customer service and maintained high customer satisfaction. Show less



Power Up Volleyball Club

• Power Up Tournament Series Owner/Director

  • Nov 2010 - Mar 2020

  - Established and operated Power Up Volleyball, a highly successful youth volleyball club. - Organized and managed the Power Up Tournament Series, growing it into the largest tournament series in Northwest Illinois. - Negotiated contracts, managed a team, and developed the structure for the entire tournament series, including concessions stands. - Recruited and mentored coaches, ensuring player skill development and competition. - Collaborated with school and park districts to secure practice and tournament spaces. - Received recognition for outstanding contributions the volleyball community Show less



Rockford University

• Rockford, Illinois, United States

• Rockford University NCAA DIII Volleyball Head Coach

  • 2013 - 2014

  - Recognized for achievements in NCAA Division III. - Managed the volleyball program, including budgeting, scheduling, and training. - Mentored a Graduate Assistant who moved on to be one of the only a few female Director of Football Operations in NCAA DI - Improved team statistics and win-loss record, recording the most wins in years. - Recognized for achievements in NCAA Division III. - Managed the volleyball program, including budgeting, scheduling, and training. - Mentored a Graduate Assistant who moved on to be one of the only a few female Director of Football Operations in NCAA DI - Improved team statistics and win-loss record, recording the most wins in years.



OCUSD #220

• Oregon, Illinois, United States

• Oregon High School - Varsity Head Coach

  • 2002 - 2013

  - Built an award-winning program from scratch, achieving numerous championships. - Coached players receiving multiple awards and scholarships. - Led the team to regional and sectional successes. - Built an award-winning program from scratch, achieving numerous championships. - Coached players receiving multiple awards and scholarships. - Led the team to regional and sectional successes.