Experience

Greater Cleveland Sports Commission

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Marketing & Communications

  • Jun 2023 - Present

  Cleveland, Ohio, United States Overseeing marketing and communications for Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to driving economic impact into Northeast Ohio through sports tourism. Developing short and long-term marketing & communications strategies that maximize the success of hosted or created events.



Shores & Islands Ohio

• United States
• Travel Arrangements
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Marketing and Sales

  • Jan 2022 - Jun 2023

  Sandusky, Ohio, United States

• Sports Tourism Manager

  • Apr 2019 - Jan 2022

  Sandusky, Ohio



Lorain County Metro Parks

• United States
• Recreational Facilities
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Facilities Coordinator

  • Jun 2015 - Apr 2019

  Oberlin, Ohio • Planned and implemented comprehensive programs that included special events, recreational activities, fitness programs, tournaments, athletic leagues, and sporting activities. • Managed the Splash Zone Recreation Center and programs therein; including staffing, maintenance, special events, programs, and marketing. • Monitored the annual budget. Tracked expenses and revenues generated by the facility and special events. Tracked daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly attendance figures. •… Show more • Planned and implemented comprehensive programs that included special events, recreational activities, fitness programs, tournaments, athletic leagues, and sporting activities. • Managed the Splash Zone Recreation Center and programs therein; including staffing, maintenance, special events, programs, and marketing. • Monitored the annual budget. Tracked expenses and revenues generated by the facility and special events. Tracked daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly attendance figures. • Developed and implemented marketing strategies for the facility which includes promotional events, marketing tools, advertisement of the facility, public and media relations, and marketing plans. • Generated additional revenue by securing external groups to rent various parts of the facility for practices, sport camps, tournaments, and special events. • Responsible for providing technical assistance for the facility’s event reservation computer program and POS system. • Managed renovations for the recreation center that included new fitness rooms & equipment and gymnasium improvements. • Scheduled the maintenance and use of the facility. Reviewed and inspected the venue, programs and operations for safety hazards and other potential issues. • Responded to public requests and inquiries regarding park facilities and improvements; responded to and resolved difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints. • Provided administrative support by answering questions, maintaining correspondence with other divisions. Interfaced with community groups and actively promoted the facility throughout the public. Show less



Defiance College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Facilities Marketing and Event Management

  • Jun 2013 - Jan 2015

  Toledo, Ohio Area • Responsible for marketing, branding, and managing campus facilities in a way that maximizes value for Defiance College. • Balanced competing needs, showcased Defiance College and enhanced a consistently positive image of the campus. • Generated net revenue from external events hosted on campus by 35% from previous years, such as summer camps, conferences, banquets, weddings, etc. • Maintained the online meeting room booking system and monitored facility usage by authorizing… Show more • Responsible for marketing, branding, and managing campus facilities in a way that maximizes value for Defiance College. • Balanced competing needs, showcased Defiance College and enhanced a consistently positive image of the campus. • Generated net revenue from external events hosted on campus by 35% from previous years, such as summer camps, conferences, banquets, weddings, etc. • Maintained the online meeting room booking system and monitored facility usage by authorizing, prioritizing, and managing reservation request. • Managed all aspects of contract deliverables including preparing and obtaining signed contracts, insurance documentation, and deposit payments for use of campus facilities. Ensured contracts are in compliance with insurance coverage, risk management concerns, and local/state/federal laws. • Provided expertise advice and leadership to individuals and organizations in planning and organizations with implementing events, communicating information concerning building and event policies, procedures, related laws, and liability issues. • Managed all campus event details for logistical support and service for internally and externally hosted events and activities. • Accountable for summer camp facility needs including housing (room assignments), registration, distribution and collection of keys for camp attendees, and providing emergency contact information to camp directors. • Managed aspects of The George A. Smart Athletic Center including: developing & administering policies and procedures, schedule building for Defiance College Athletic practices and events (both internal and external). • Oversaw the Defiance College Intramural Sports & Recreation program with goal of implementing adequate sport leagues thus increased campus participation. Provide leadership for various leagues, creating internships, and student advisory boards. Show less



Special Olympics New York

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Competition

  • Oct 2011 - Jan 2013

  Albany, NY • Responsible for leading and monitoring athletic competitions of 22 different sport programs at all levels throughout New York. • Accountable for coordinating all operational functions of the Special Olympics New York State Games such as negotiating contracts, facility management, event logistics, volunteer recruitment, game personnel, public relations, and fundraising efforts. • Oversaw marketing plans to ensure fundraising goals of $100,000 to $150,000 were obtained for each State… Show more • Responsible for leading and monitoring athletic competitions of 22 different sport programs at all levels throughout New York. • Accountable for coordinating all operational functions of the Special Olympics New York State Games such as negotiating contracts, facility management, event logistics, volunteer recruitment, game personnel, public relations, and fundraising efforts. • Oversaw marketing plans to ensure fundraising goals of $100,000 to $150,000 were obtained for each State Game. • Implemented and monitored all athletic programs related operational procedures including regular accounting, annual expense review, and planning process for a budget totaling over $500,000. • Established community relationships in several cities and universities in New York. Recruited and monitored Games Organizing Committees consisting of key community members for the development of State Games. • Developed, coordinated, and monitored all Special Olympic activities associated with sports & competitions. • Knowledgeable authority on matters related to sports training, athletic competition, and coach education. • Insured the Regions in New York were in compliance with all regulations, general rules, and policy originating from Special Olympics New York, Special Olympics International, and other 501(c)-3 governing bodies. • Cultivated and maintained working relationship with corporate sponsors, non-profit organizations, and other related National, State, County, and local government organizations / groups. Show less



Buffalo Bills

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Senior Manager of Community Relations & Youth Football

  • May 2002 - Dec 2007

  Orchard Park, NY • Organized community outreach events of the organization through programs that focused on health & fitness, education, youth football, and community service. • Managed NFL player and coach appearances as well as community participation in various events & functions. • Effectively supervised game day activities such as Stampede Row, Salute to High School Football, Punt, Pass & Kick Competitions, Pre-Game Ceremonies, and Halftime Ceremonies. • Supervised and mentored more than 120 high… Show more • Organized community outreach events of the organization through programs that focused on health & fitness, education, youth football, and community service. • Managed NFL player and coach appearances as well as community participation in various events & functions. • Effectively supervised game day activities such as Stampede Row, Salute to High School Football, Punt, Pass & Kick Competitions, Pre-Game Ceremonies, and Halftime Ceremonies. • Supervised and mentored more than 120 high school students during a six year span in the Buffalo Bills Student Leaders program. Oversaw the students in creating community service events in their schools. • Functional leader for the organization in football development in Western New York. Included managing football camps, grant distribution, developing functional committees, and overall promotion of the game of football. • Oversaw a $300,000 budget and construction of the Buffalo Bills Youth Football Stadium, which was the first youth football facility to be built on a NFL team’s training ground. • Managed facility operations and held over 200 football games & events at the Buffalo Bills Youth Football Stadium. • Responsible for allocating over $1.9 million of grants through the NFL Youth Football Fund to the communities in Western New York. • Managed the Buffalo Bills Youth Foundation that distributed over $300,000 in grants annually to charitable organizations. • Oversaw database, correspondence, and distribution of autographed merchandise & support for charitable requests each year. Show less



Cleveland Browns

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Community Relations Assistant

  • Aug 2000 - May 2002

  Berea, OH • Assisted with the development and implementation of the team’s community events, game day ticket programs, and weekly player appearances in Northeast Ohio. • Managed the Community Relations VIP Program during the team’s training camp. Organized travel, merchandise, food & beverage, and autograph sessions. • Developed a database to prepare proper correspondence and fulfillment to over 2,500 in-kind donation requests per year. • Coordinated NFL player community appearances as well as… Show more • Assisted with the development and implementation of the team’s community events, game day ticket programs, and weekly player appearances in Northeast Ohio. • Managed the Community Relations VIP Program during the team’s training camp. Organized travel, merchandise, food & beverage, and autograph sessions. • Developed a database to prepare proper correspondence and fulfillment to over 2,500 in-kind donation requests per year. • Coordinated NFL player community appearances as well as participation in various events & functions. Show less



Baldwin Wallace University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sports Information Student Assistant

  • Aug 1998 - May 2000