Brendan Smith Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

• Steadily promoted three times during tenure from Academy Administrator, overseeing one team, to Director of Academy Administration, overseeing six teams and a team of direct reports.
• Awarded Employee of the Quarter (Sep 2017 – Co-Recipient); selected to serve on Senior Leadership Team for NYCFC Academy since 2020.
• Direct all operations for six teams (U12 – U19) with $4.4M annual budget, managing financial operations related to expenses and fostering effective working relationships with athletic facilities throughout region.
• Secure domestic and international travel logistics for 18+ trips per year, including schedule, flights, hotels, bus transfers, documentation (visa process), and meals in locations such as England, Portugal, Colombia.
• Register 120+ athletes and staff, including International Transfer Certificate (ITC) clearance, in cooperation with US Soccer and FIFA.
• Contributed to launch of New York City FC II, in inaugural season of newly formed professional league MLS Next Pro in 2020.

Greater New York City Area

Rye, New York, United States

• Led hiring, training, scheduling, payroll, and supervision of 10+ staff providing age-appropriate sports instruction for children ages 3-12.
• Scheduled sports programs and registered participants in classes and camps, serving as point of contact for parents, instructors, and others to cultivate strong community.

Eastchester, New York, United States

• Managed numerous departments including pool, golf course, tennis, parking, and security with 35 employees, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality club operations serving around 7000 members.
• Contributed to planning and execution of events with 50 – 5,000+ attendees.
• Ensured that facilities were in good working order and promoted culture of hospitality.
• Recruited prospective members with informative tours and education of club’s history.

Master'S Degree, Sports Industry Management (Sim)

Concentration: Business, Management and Operations

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration And Management, General

Minor: Philosophy Dean's List Student National Honor Society: Alpha Mu Gamma (Spanish), Phi Sigma Tau (Philosophy)

High School Diploma