Alex Horn
General Manager, World Pickleball Tour at The World Pickleball Tour- Claim this Profile
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Jalen Sherald, MPS
Alex has a natural ability to bridge across difference. He values and respects the individual, while also possessing the ability to highlight similarities to create meaningful connections. His passion for sports/wellness and collaborative nature make him an incredible asset on any team when working towards a common goal. He is someone who is passionate about inclusion and college student development, and uses his skill set to impact the greater campus population to which he belongs.
Jalen Sherald, MPS
Alex has a natural ability to bridge across difference. He values and respects the individual, while also possessing the ability to highlight similarities to create meaningful connections. His passion for sports/wellness and collaborative nature make him an incredible asset on any team when working towards a common goal. He is someone who is passionate about inclusion and college student development, and uses his skill set to impact the greater campus population to which he belongs.
Jalen Sherald, MPS
Alex has a natural ability to bridge across difference. He values and respects the individual, while also possessing the ability to highlight similarities to create meaningful connections. His passion for sports/wellness and collaborative nature make him an incredible asset on any team when working towards a common goal. He is someone who is passionate about inclusion and college student development, and uses his skill set to impact the greater campus population to which he belongs.
Jalen Sherald, MPS
Alex has a natural ability to bridge across difference. He values and respects the individual, while also possessing the ability to highlight similarities to create meaningful connections. His passion for sports/wellness and collaborative nature make him an incredible asset on any team when working towards a common goal. He is someone who is passionate about inclusion and college student development, and uses his skill set to impact the greater campus population to which he belongs.
Credentials
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Certified Recreational Sports Specialist (CRSS)
NIRSAJan, 2018- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The World Pickleball Tour
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager, World Pickleball Tour
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Dec 2021 - Present
Responsible for leading all aspects of the World Pickleball business, providing clear vision and effective decision-making across multiple product categories and a $3,000,000 balance sheet. Growing a multi-national sports business from 2 events to 50+ events that has reached 15,000+ athletes in under 2 years. Shaping sales, marketing, creative, and operational strategy, while recognizing profitability and revenue potential in new business opportunities. Building and maintaining organizational relationships and continuously adapting to the changing sports ecosystem, specifically within Pickleball. Overseeing all social and digital media efforts, including website design and maintenance, content curation, community management across all platforms, and field marketing campaigns annually generating over 10 million digital impressions. Leading a team of 3 full-time professionals and responsible for recruiting, training, and managing over 200 volunteer employees annually. Show less
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Loyola University Chicago
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Intramural Sports, Student Development, and Marketing Coordinator
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Aug 2017 - Sep 2020
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University of Oklahoma
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Intramural Sports Graduate Assistant
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May 2015 - Jun 2017
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University of California, Los Angeles
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Information Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Facilties and Special Events Intern
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
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George Mason University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Intramural Sports Program Assistant
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Dec 2014 - May 2015
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Staff Development Program Assistant
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Dec 2014 - May 2015
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Intramural Supervisor
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May 2012 - May 2015
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Education
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University of Oklahoma
Master’s Degree, Adult and Higher Education; Intercollegiate Athletics Admin -
George Mason University - School of Policy, Government, and International Affairs
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government