Accomplished sports marketing leader with expertise boosting brand awareness for Adidas and Under Armour.

  Solid listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build and grow relationships with stakeholders.

  Niche expertise is basketball, with strong contacts and relationships across the U.S., from the high school to NBA level, including working closely with parents and family members.

  Outstanding ability to organize a variety of events, including high school tournaments and VIP events.

  Experience collaborating effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life.

  Successfully built relationships with players, coaches and staff not under contract and converted into clients.

  Stellar time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Senior Basketball Consultant, Adidas Portland, OR Jan. 2016-Present

  Recruit elite college players that are projected to be top picks in the upcoming NBA draft. 

  Build relationships with high-profile players, as well as their families and their agents.

  Manage relationships with several NBA players that have been with the Adidas family for years, including coordinating with their team, sports marketing agency and other endorsement partnerships they may have. 

  Foster and maintain relationships with NBA equipment and merchandising managers.

  Ensure NBA players have the correct company-branded apparel for on and off the court appearances.

  Coordinate photo shoots, as well as commercials and retail appearances.

  Oversee the NBA footwear and apparel budget, player merchandise and camp and equipment allotment.

Founder/Owner/President, Net Gain Sports Golden Valley, XXXXXX 2005-Present

  Lead this sports marketing company that works with amateur and professional athletes.

  Oversee The Swish Report, which provides detailed evaluations of high school and college players in the Midwest Region of the U.S., with subscribers from every major NCAA Division I conference.

  Plan sports and entertainment events across the country for high school and colleges players or celebrities. 

  Support the growth of youth basketball by sponsoring leagues and Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) teams, ensuring athletes gain exposure by playing in front of scouts and college coaches. 

  Partner with the NBA, AAU and multiple parks and recreations departments in various cities.

Senior Advisor, Sports Marketing Basketball, Under Armour Baltimore, MD Oct. 2009-Dec. 2015

  Initially hired to help start and build a basketball division (2009-2012), but held multiple roles thereafter.

  Built relationships with players, coaches and members of the Board of Regents at Auburn, Notre Dame, South Carolina and Texas Tech.

  Managed prospective Tier 2 NBA athletes from 2014-2015, including coordinating their summer camps and appearances for the brand at the NCAA Final Four and NBA All-Star Game.

Senior Advisor, Sports Marketing Basketball, Under Armour Baltimore, MD Oct. 2009-Dec. 2015

  Created the UA Association, the summer league featuring the company s grassroots teams, and expanded the event from 2012 to all over the U.S. by 2014.

  Managed all concierge and hospitality at branded national events, including coordinating white glove services for VIPs, celebrities and college coaches.

  Hired in 2009 to serve as Midwest Regional Director, Basketball, recruiting youth through a grassroots program.

  Grew the Grassroots Division from three programs to more than 30.

  Offering sponsorship in terms of product and money for traveling to various tournaments. 

  Led a $250,000 budget in order to sign high schools and AAU teams for tournaments and summer camps; secure sponsorships; and purchase television time, including creating the nationally-televised Brandon Jennings Invitational, which lured the 10 best high school teams in the country to play in a one-day event. 

Studied Sports Management, University of Xxxxxx, Crookston

Sponsor, Brooklyn Center Youth Football League

Sponsor, YMCA of Greater Xxxxxx 5K Walk

Manager, On-A-Mission; helping college student managers travel to Africa and teach sports and English

Youth Advisor, Concussion Protocol, Children Hospital of Xxxxxx

Previously:

Mentor, Lacrosse for Life; 2010-2014

Former High School Basketball Coach; 2004-2007

Former College Assistant Coach; 2001-2002