Eric Schulze

Executive Director at VC United
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Greater Chicago Area, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Executive Director
      • Aug 2017 - Present

    • Head Volleyball Coach
      • Mar 2017 - Present

      Responsible for all activity relevant to the program including but not limited to pre-season preparation and activities, summer camps, in-season practice and game organization and related activity, supervision of the team members, assistant coaches and related team personnel, equipment/uniform/apparel requests, inventory, involvement in the scheduling and budgeting process, management of student athletes and thorough documentation of all pertinent duties and information related to post season wrap-up, including official representation at the annual Athletic Banquet. Effective and positive communication with all student athletes, team personnel, athletic staff and WNHS staff is imperative and required.

    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Coaching & Player Development
      • Dec 2010 - Aug 2017

      • Implement/Follow Club Fusion philosophy• Create Club Fusion Gym/Club Culture• Work with Executive Directors to design & implement strategic plan for location• Markets Location & Recruiting Athletes• Hires/Manages Lead Training & Coaching Staff • Provide technical direction and development components to the Club and its coaching staff• Develop and execute all in-house clinics and camps• Remain current on all relevant volleyball strategies, skills and coaching methods• Develop and maintain relationships with area schools’ coaches, players and parents• Assist in leading Club parents and players through the college recruitment process• Provide a positive and constructive environment for all players• Provide clear and thorough communications to all Club families• Organizes and Runs Tryouts • Follow Approved Revenue Plan / Operating Expense Budget for location• Attends practices and tournaments of all teams to provide evaluation, feedback and advice• Coordinate and run skills camps, clinics & youth academy for the development of players• May or May Not Train Own Team/Lead Train• Facility Management; to be determined by tenancy• Manage Player Retention• Manage Player & Coach Evaluation• Uniform Order Pick-Up & Delivery• Attends all Club Fusion DOC Meetings & Staff Meetings

    • General Manager
      • Sep 2010 - Aug 2017

      This full time position supervises all club operations for 800+ players ages 10 to 18 over 80 teams and 100 coaches. The General Manager is responsible for the implementation of a long-term strategic plan, and as it relates, the timely and consistent progress towards those goals. They will be held accountable to executing a mission-oriented program while achieving given financial objectives and an effective communication platform.Primary Job Functions :- Spearhead new and existing initiatives in delivering community-based clinics and/or leagues- Meet all financial objectives as set by the Owner approved budget- Assist in the planning of all travel tournaments and its related logistics- Direct supervision, hiring, training and if necessary, disciplining of all staff (full time and contract)- Oversee facilities, equipment, and inventory and manage to approved budget- Develop strategic partnerships within the volleyball community- Develop and manage full event series including single and multi-day events throughout season- Oversee and develop strategies to spur membership growth and business development

    • Head Coach - 18 Black
      • Dec 1999 - Aug 2017

      • Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of the athlete.• Manage and supervise practice sessions, clinics/camps and/or tournaments (as needed) to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.• Work with other members of the organization to plan and implement Club goals and objectives.• Evaluate player’s athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis (3x’s during club season).• Take all necessary precautions to protect athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.• Accompany and supervise athletes during athletic competitions.• Apply and enforce athlete discipline during tournaments, practice sessions, and while on trips in accordance with Player Code of Conduct and Club handbook.• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, athletes and the Club Fusion staff (coaches and administrative staff).• Attend all required coaches and parent meetings• Assist in the recruitment of athletes prior to and during club season• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

    • Web Developer
      • Oct 2003 - Apr 2015

      The role is responsible for designing, coding and modifying PrepVolleyball.com, from layout to function and according to a owner's specifications. Strive to create visually appealing site that features user-friendly design and clear navigation.• Regular exposure to owner, as well as the authority and scope to apply expertise to technical problems.• Strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards.• Planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple products and organizational units.• Expertise with Web Applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and API's.• Hands on design with Web Services (REST, SOAP, etc ..)• Deep understanding of CMS Platforms, specifically Wordpress, and CMS application development.• Establish and maintain security principles and apply to E-Commerce applications.• Manage brand development, web site traffic growth and advertising revenue. • Develop brand strategy, SEO strategy and analyze analytics.

Education

  • Illinois State University
    Secondary Education and Teaching
    1992 - 1996

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