Drew Norris
Vice President, Corporate Partnerships at Richmond Kickers Soccer Club- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Richmond Kickers Soccer Club
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President, Corporate Partnerships
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Nov 2022 - Present
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Director, Field Operations and Corporate Partnerships
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Jan 2021 - Nov 2022
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Manager, Field and Stadium Operations
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Jun 2020 - Jan 2021
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Richmond Flying Squirrels
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Manager, Field and Ballpark Operations
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May 2019 - Jul 2020
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Corporate Sales Executive
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Nov 2018 - May 2019
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PGA TOUR
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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Client Services Intern
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Jul 2018 - Nov 2018
Assisted the Tournament Services Manager with the management of hospitality, sponsorship activation, and client services. The tournament had over 140 clients engaged in sponsorship, hospitality, and Pro-Am. Daily responsibilities included, but were not limited to: -Communication and public relations with corporate clients -Tracking of contracts, clients, and accounts receivable -Coordination of client ticket and credential fulfillment -Managed the Tournament's Hospitality website -Assisted with the execution of the Pro-Am and Honorary Observer programs -Client Services during tournament week -Assisted sales team with prospecting potential corporate clients and creating sales proposals -Assisted with the tournament's grassroots marketing campaign, working with local partners to promote the event -Worked closely with the events title sponsor, Dominion Energy, and host club, The Country Club of Virginia
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Columbia Fireflies
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Grounds Crew Assistant
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Mar 2018 - Jul 2018
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University of South Carolina
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Marketing and Promotions Intern
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Jan 2016 - May 2018
-Assisted in the day-to-day operations of the marketing department at the office in the Rice Athletics Center -Helped run sporting events such as football, baseball, softball, men's basketball, women's basketball, men's soccer, women's soccer, women's indoor volleyball, women's sand volleyball, swimming and diving, track and field, equestrian, and tennis -Created and implemented promotional strategies to increase student and local attendance at all athletic events hosted by the University of South Carolina Athletic Department -Educated students on the loyalty and reward program as well as the ticketing process -Developed and maintaining the playlist for teams and stadiums -Prospected local businesses for marketing partnerships
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Heritage Classic Foundation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Tournament Operations Intern (Weekly)
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Apr 2018 - Apr 2018
As an intern I was introduced and exposed to all aspects of running a PGA TOUR event Worked directly with various vendors and companies coordinating in the set-up and tear down of the 2016, 2017, and 2018 RBC Heritage events at Harbor Town Golf Links General duties included but were not limited to: daily set-up and breakdown of Skyboxes and Hospitality Tents; Ticket Sales; Pro Am; Tournament Office Support; Expo Village Support; Sponsor Relations; and Tournament Operations. Tournament Operations included: Roping and staking, fence set-up, player/official food and beverage assistance, volunteer assistance, set-up of all signage across property
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Park7 Group
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Community Assistant
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Sep 2017 - Apr 2018
Assisted in leading Leasing Staff to lease the property to 100% occupancy for the 2018-2019 lease term.Demonstrated management skills dealing with routine daily operations, as well as excellent customer service.Planned and implemented marketing strategies in order to generate interest in the property.Kept a track record of prospects and potential leases and enacted sales strategies in order to generate revenue.Prospected and worked with local businesses for potential partnerships for mutually beneficial marketing.
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Community Assistant
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Feb 2017 - Sep 2017
Provide accurate leasing informationEnact follow-up procedure in order to collect interest for potential residentsGenerate interest in leasingSocial Media marketingExceptional customer service
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Louisville Bats
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sports Turf Management Intern
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
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Golden Hills Golf and Country Club
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Columbia, South Carolina
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Golf Facility Staff
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Aug 2016 - Feb 2017
Assure cleanliness and proper set up of golf carts for play Check carts for damage or operational issues Assure cleanliness of bathrooms and locker rooms Clean up trash across property Assure hydration stations are clean and filled Pick and clean golf balls from driving range Add sand to divots on driving range General driving range quality checks Assist Food and Beverage Director as needed Assist Golf Professional as needed Assure cleanliness and proper set up of golf carts for play Check carts for damage or operational issues Assure cleanliness of bathrooms and locker rooms Clean up trash across property Assure hydration stations are clean and filled Pick and clean golf balls from driving range Add sand to divots on driving range General driving range quality checks Assist Food and Beverage Director as needed Assist Golf Professional as needed
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City of Salem Parks and Recreation
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Salem, VA
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Athletic Facilities Grounds Staff
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
Clay work including infield skin, mounds, bullpens, homeplate, and warning track Basic Equipment maintenance Mowing of all interior and exterior facility grass Turf work including watering, aeration, and edging Basic irrigation repair and maintenance Wear management Tarp handling and weather situations General facility maintenance Ensure cleanliness of restroom facilities Tournament Support Clay work including infield skin, mounds, bullpens, homeplate, and warning track Basic Equipment maintenance Mowing of all interior and exterior facility grass Turf work including watering, aeration, and edging Basic irrigation repair and maintenance Wear management Tarp handling and weather situations General facility maintenance Ensure cleanliness of restroom facilities Tournament Support
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Salem Red Sox
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Grounds Crew
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Apr 2012 - Aug 2016
Clay work including infield skin, mound, bullpens, homeplate, and warning track Turf work including water, aeration, aravation, and edging Basic equipment maintenance Wear management Tarp handling and weather situations Clay work including infield skin, mound, bullpens, homeplate, and warning track Turf work including water, aeration, aravation, and edging Basic equipment maintenance Wear management Tarp handling and weather situations
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Education
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University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sport and Entertainment Management -
The Ohio State University
Certificate, Sports Field Management