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Joe Girvan is a seasoned broadcasting professional with over 25 years of experience in journalism, sports, and radio broadcasting. He has worked as a sports director, anchor, reporter, and talk show host for various networks and stations, including WCJB TV20 News, Local15 | WPMI-TV, and WRUF Sports Radio 850. Girvan is also a licensed auctioneer and has expertise in fundraising and event management. He holds a BS degree in Telecommunications from the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. Girvan is based in Largo, Florida, and is certified as a Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS) by the National Auctioneers Association.

Credentials

  • Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS)
    National Auctioneers Association

Experience

    • Fundraising Consultant/Auctioneer
      • Jan 2012 - Present
      • 33770

      I help non-profits and other organizations maximize their fundraising potential. I am a licensed auctioneer with more than 25 years of experience as an emcee at black tie galas, golf tournaments, and other fundraisers.

  • Alera Group, Inc.
    • Fort Myers, Florida Area
    • Business Development Manager
      • Jun 2018 - Feb 2020
      • Fort Myers, Florida Area
  • Waterman Broadcasting
    • Fort Myers, Florida
    • Sports Director
      • Jan 2015 - Jan 2018
      • Fort Myers, Florida

      Led a four-person team. Collaborated with managers on distinct goals for ABC and NBC. Planned,staffed, produced, wrote, and delivered nightly sportscasts for the top-rated station in the market, WBBH-TV.

  • American Red Cross
    • West Palm Beach, Florida Area
    • Major Gifts Officer
      • Jun 2012 - Dec 2014
      • West Palm Beach, Florida Area

      Eclipsed annual goals, raising nearly $500K in first year, approximately seven times my predecessor.

  • Good Karma Brands
    • West Palm Beach, Florida Area
    • Sports Anchor/Reporter/Talk Show Host
      • Sep 2011 - Dec 2014
      • West Palm Beach, Florida Area

      Anchored sportscasts, including 15-minute shows on Fridays and Sundays. Produced one-man band packages. Host of Monday Night Legends radio show, contributor to other radio broadcasts and internet content. Go-to personality for public appearances and charity events.

    • Talk Show Host
      • Sep 2010 - Sep 2011

      Hosted daily talk show. Tripled ratings of the previous show in my time slot in the first book. Baseball and basketball play-by-play.

    • Sports Director
      • Aug 2010 - Sep 2011

      Produced all local sports content, provided start-up operation with familiar and marketable personality.

    • Sports Anchor/Reporter/Play-by-play
      • Apr 2007 - Apr 2010

      Helped launch an all-sports network and win its first Emmy Award. Anchored 30-minute and 60-minute shows, while also serving as a beat reporter for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Rays, and other local college and high school sports. Baseball play-by-play announcer.

    • Talk Show Segment Co-host
      • Jan 2000 - Mar 2007

      Created, sold advertising for, and co-hosted The Girvan Report on ESPN Radio 900 and 1230 AM

    • Freelance Reporter
      • Jan 2000 - Mar 2007

      Appeared state-wide as the sideline reporter for Gator spring football, while also doing feature stories on current and former University of Florida athletes.

    • Sports Director
      • Oct 1999 - Mar 2007

      Led three-person department and anchored North Central Florida's #1 newscast. Beat reporter for the Gator football and Gator basketball teams, covering eight SEC championships, two Final Fours, and three national titles. Go-to personality for appearances and charity events.

    • Sports Director
      • Sep 1996 - Sep 1999
    • Reporter/Photographer
      • May 1996 - Sep 1996

Education

  • 1991 - 1995
    University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications

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