Damon Leja
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KLUTCH SPORTS GROUP, LLC
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Global Partnerships
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Jul 2021 - Present
Beverly Hills, California, United States
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Consultant
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Jan 2021 - Jul 2021
- Consulted with Tampa Bay Basketball project - a vision to bring professional basketball to the Tampa Bay market - Created business plans and financial models for new public/private arena development as well as new NBA, WNBA, and G-League basketball teams - Lead research and analysis of Tampa Bay market and potential partners
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University of Michigan Sport Business Association
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President
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May 2020 - May 2021
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States - Managed an eleven-person executive board which operated a member base of over 300 undergraduate students - Oversaw the functions of marketing, member relations, alumni relations, event planning, and research & insights departments, and ensured the execution of all projects internally and externally - Organized weekly speaker events as well as professional development opportunities to allow members to grow their network, learn about the sport industry, and build their professional… Show more - Managed an eleven-person executive board which operated a member base of over 300 undergraduate students - Oversaw the functions of marketing, member relations, alumni relations, event planning, and research & insights departments, and ensured the execution of all projects internally and externally - Organized weekly speaker events as well as professional development opportunities to allow members to grow their network, learn about the sport industry, and build their professional skillsets - Administered the introduction of the Sport Business Association Journal, a new sect of SBA that publishes industry news, helps inform members, and post internship & job opportunities
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Steering Committee Member
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Mar 2019 - May 2020
Ann Arbor, MI
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Member
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Sep 2018 - Feb 2019
Ann Arbor, MI
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Oak View Group
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Global Partnerships Intern
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Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
Los Angeles, California, United States - Prospected and researched companies to form partnership deals with the 34 NBA & NHL teams in OVG’s Arena Alliance, as well as for the Milwaukee Bucks jersey patch and Univ. of Maryland football stadium’s naming rights - Created slide decks for Arena Alliance partners Walmart and PetSmart outlining all sponsorship assets included in their respective partnership deals with NBA & NHL teams around the country - Remained flexible to assist with projects across several teams, including… Show more - Prospected and researched companies to form partnership deals with the 34 NBA & NHL teams in OVG’s Arena Alliance, as well as for the Milwaukee Bucks jersey patch and Univ. of Maryland football stadium’s naming rights - Created slide decks for Arena Alliance partners Walmart and PetSmart outlining all sponsorship assets included in their respective partnership deals with NBA & NHL teams around the country - Remained flexible to assist with projects across several teams, including Partnership Activations, Partnership Solutions, Media & Conferences, Third-Party Sponsorships, and more - Initiated discussions with one prospected company and performed thorough research on a potential partnership Show less
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University of Michigan Athletics
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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300 - 400 Employee
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Hockey Equipment Manager
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Feb 2018 - Apr 2020
Ann Arbor, MI - Assisted coaches and players with day-to-day operations surrounding practices and games - Managed shipments from numerous equipment suppliers (e.g. Bauer, Nike, CCM) and take inventory as well as distribute all items - Provided solutions to spontaneous equipment issues both during the game and off the ice - Assured all players are satisfied with their equipment, and make quick adjustments as necessary - Remained flexible to execute any orders given by coaches or other staff members
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Cleveland Guardians
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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All-Star Game Intern
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May 2019 - Jul 2019
Cleveland, OH - Gathered logistical information about All-Star Week events such as necessary commodities and required personnel, and ensured details are up-to-date on all communication sites - Created and maintained office-wide memos and event bios for each All-Star event to ensure information is distributed accurately and all departments are aware of their responsibilities - Supported on-field as needed during Indians regular season games and All-Star Week rehearsals and events including helped manage… Show more - Gathered logistical information about All-Star Week events such as necessary commodities and required personnel, and ensured details are up-to-date on all communication sites - Created and maintained office-wide memos and event bios for each All-Star event to ensure information is distributed accurately and all departments are aware of their responsibilities - Supported on-field as needed during Indians regular season games and All-Star Week rehearsals and events including helped manage and field produce the Miracle League Game, High School All-Star Game, and High School Home Run Derby Show less
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Education
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University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sport Management -
Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory