Experience

National Basketball Players Association (NBPA)

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Program Manager - Career Development

  • Apr 2018 - Present

  - Successfully manage logistics and project timelines for all career development initiatives.- Created the new program initiative “Build Your Own Experience” internships for current and former players.- Coordinate logistics for all NBPA career programs, including serving as lead point of contact for all guest speakers and players; manage registration and travel; arrange all catering; and troubleshoot unforeseen issues.- Develop and maintain strong player relationships by supporting their off-court endeavors, building engaging opportunities through programs, and consistent interactions during game day.- Manage contracts, payments, and technology issues for new virtual programming initiative, Experts onDemand, which provide a full slate of instruction and content in various industries during the pandemic.Conceived and implemented Art session “The World of Art Collecting & Investing.”- Assist with the creation of Career Development materials for joint union and league programming.- Additional responsibilities include first three bullets under the coordinator description below.- Develop and manage six event budgets totaling over $500,000. Assist in developing program budget of $1.8M.- Assisted in the development and creation of the Off the Court program. Gathered information to create beneficial initiatives, reached out to former players to assess their needs and build new relationships, researched resources and developed the program’s vision. Show less

• Coordinator - Operations, Marketing & Career Development

  • Jun 2017 - Apr 2018

  - Organized logistics for Career Development programs, including educational symposiums. Created spreadsheets of- Program registrants, hotel reservations, run of the show, player travel information, and other venue logistics.- Assisted with data analysis to determine Career Development Program participation, usage, and attendance trends.- Collaborated with Digital and Communications team to develop digital and social media content for events.- Lead point of contact for all operations related events. Planned and worked with vendors to secure certificate of- Insurance, hold harmless, special event permit, and other required documents to ensure best event practices. Show less

• Intern - Marketing and Operations

  • Mar 2017 - Jun 2017

  - Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President to ensure business operations, business development and events run effectively and efficiently. - Create databases for waivers, intern applicants and job applicants to build a point of reference.- Pitch event ideas for future facility rental opportunities, including: brand and sponsorship activations, Turner Sports and ESPN live TV segment and video game launch parties. - Provide administrative support for all 5 Career Development programs geared towards post-basketball success. - Assist security team during NBA team practices at NBPA facility. Show less



Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

• United States
• Entertainment
• 700 & Above Employee

• New York Rangers Community Relations Associate

  • Jan 2017 - Mar 2017

  • Reviewed, accepted, declined and fulfilled organizations’ donation request. • Systematized inventories of all signed and unsigned memorabilia which included hundreds of items.• Gathered fair market values, professional photos, event supplies, and descriptions for all items auctioned off during Casino Night.• Successfully pitched VIP Game Night Experience that sold for $15,000 during Casino Night.

• New York Knicks Fan Development & Community Relations Associate

  • Jul 2016 - Mar 2017

  •Responsible for administrative duties during 7 Knicks and Walt Frazier camp sessions handling walk-in payments, attendance, refereeing league games, troubleshooting issues and various other duties.•Corporate representative for Knicks alumni and active Knicks players during suite visits, lounge visits, Knicks Bowl, and event appearances outside of Madison Square Garden fulfilling fan meet and greet experiences.•Help facilitate 15 youth basketball clinics hosted by the Knicks and Westchester Knicks at the MSG training center, various schools and recreation centers around the New York and Tri-State area. Show less

• New York Knicks Field Marketing & Fan Development, Student Associate

  • Jan 2016 - Jul 2016

  •Responsible for all aspects of registration and customer service including, processing payments, created spreadsheets to track and manage payments and registration, fielded customer service inquiries, and attended over 50 meetings providing weekly updates for all camps and clinics produced by the New York Knicks. •Coordinated and managed implementation of the New York Knicks League Apps website creating new content to promote camps and clinics to generate incremental team revenue: http://juniorknicks.leagueapps.com/camps•Researched promotional opportunities for the New York Knicks Summer Camp through digital and print, as well as, promote camp through various community events including: NBA Spring Jam and New York City area clinics.•Managed over 1000 Knicks Summer Camp participants, while helping raise over $400,000 in camp revenue. •Brand Ambassador at all New York Knicks home contests, as well as, host clients at our exclusive pre/post game events to extend the reach and effectiveness of core marketing initiatives. •Served as point of contact for individual New York Knicks Alumni appearances and execute appearances Show less

• Marketing Partnerships for Sports & Entertainment, Student Associate

  • Sep 2015 - Jan 2016

  •Organized and distributed request forms, shot list, season tickets, and signed player memorabilia •Created and tracked New York Knicks/Rangers inventories of signed merchandise for Marketing Partnerships use•Tracked NBA/NHL league promotional giveaways and activations in order to create a reference point for best practices•Assisted in game day activations such as Celebrity Coke Sampling, Zamboni Rider, AB Legends Night, Chase Lounge, Chalk Talk, Fantasy Games, Honorary Ball Kid, pre-game shoot around experience, and other various corporate partner activations•Volunteered with New York Knicks Community Relations/Fan Development providing support for basketball in the boroughs, and meet and greet for season subscribers Show less



Disney General Entertainment Content

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Advertising Sales Intern

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2015

  •Assisted sales managers, sales account executives and assistants in day-to-day tasks such as posting, make goods, research sales leads for new business and other buyer request •Tracked competitive advertisers by gathering information and mapping out spots using Volicon •Attended weekly sales and new business meetings and accompany account executives on agency calls •Worked collectively with interns to create a multi-level ad campaign for multiple sponsors that includes broadcast television, digital, and taxi Show less



Baruch College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• College Assistant

  • Nov 2014 - Sep 2015

  •Aided 40 students and employers on a weekly basis seeking to utilize the career center services •Provided support at 10 events organized by the center such as marketing and advertising career panel event •Assisted in coordinating materials for career development events and monthly workshops, while providing students tips for a successful internship experience •Aided 40 students and employers on a weekly basis seeking to utilize the career center services •Provided support at 10 events organized by the center such as marketing and advertising career panel event •Assisted in coordinating materials for career development events and monthly workshops, while providing students tips for a successful internship experience



Brooklyn Generation School

• Greater New York City Area

• Assistant to College Advisor/Mentor to Students

  • Jan 2014 - Jul 2014

  •Conducted individual coaching for 10 students on a weekly basis in order to determine student’s goals and develop a plan of action •Curated presentations for 50 students on a weekly basis to stimulate/encourage them to strive for higher educational experiences •Conducted individual coaching for 10 students on a weekly basis in order to determine student’s goals and develop a plan of action •Curated presentations for 50 students on a weekly basis to stimulate/encourage them to strive for higher educational experiences



FJC Security Services, Inc.

• United States
• Security and Investigations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Guard

  • Aug 2009 - Jan 2010



CVS Health

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Retail Salesperson

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2009

  •Handled cash, credit/debit cards, coupon, and gift card transactions Greeted and ensured customer satisfaction while shopping. •Performed inventory of merchandise on sales floor and in storage department. •Handled cash, credit/debit cards, coupon, and gift card transactions Greeted and ensured customer satisfaction while shopping. •Performed inventory of merchandise on sales floor and in storage department.



Bushwick Community High School Soar Internship

• Intern for Assistant Principal

  • Sep 2006 - Jun 2008

  •Maintained and updated Windows and Mac computers so as to mitigate any complications Effectively created an Excel spreadsheet system to manage the use of supplied laptops. •Maintained and updated Windows and Mac computers so as to mitigate any complications Effectively created an Excel spreadsheet system to manage the use of supplied laptops.