Catherine Hires Email & Phone Number

- Assist the UGA Athletics Senior Director of Stewardship and Special Events in creating an optimal experience for UGA Athletics' most elite donors- Provide stewardship to UGA Athletics major giving societies consisting of 1300+ donors who give from $25,000 to $5M- Execute daily communication via phone, email, and in person to cultivate working relationships with high-end donors and Athletics executives- Implement the planning of 30+ events from start to finish annually- Effectively create comprehensive timelines to ensure the smooth execution of events- Collect and maintain detailed invitation/RSVP lists for donor events hosting 500+ guests- Host donors in suites and other premium areas for UGA home football games- Conduct venue research for local events and donor trips- Serve as the lead coordinator for the UGA Athletics Scholarship Endowment Program- Sustain detailed records to implement scholarship donor stewardship- Design graphics for Special Events office, including event invitations, donor mailings, apparel, event keepsakes, etc.

- Provided extensive coordination of support services for 100+ student-athletes- Taught students to self-advocate and address personal, social and emotional needs- Analyzed assessments taken by students to determine academic support needs and course selection- Developed academic plans for 100+ student-athletes for learning enhancement- Monitored and adjusted academic support throughout semester based on individual performance and needs- Represented the University of Georgia and the Athletic Association on recruiting tours for golf and tennis programs

- Carried out administrative responsibilities for the Deputy Director of Athletics- Played a vital role in the implementation of an NFL Program designed to enhance the engagement of former UGA players who have played at the professional level- Created detailed itineraries and disseminated event information to all NFL players invited to the respective game days- Charged with managing and executing the budget for NFL Program, special events, tailgates, etc.

- 2 years of editing experience with shooting events, interviewing, and editing videos with Adobe Premiere Pro for the athletic website of the University of Georgia. - Produced game recap packages and practice reports- Interviewed athletes/coaches for practice reports, game previews, special event coverage - Produced feature stories, deciding on topic and interview questions, developing script, along with editing feature to final product- Partnered with SEC Network as color analyst for UGA Gymnastics broadcasts

Athens, Ga

- Developed excellent interpersonal skills by leading participants through various drills teaching proper technique (ages 6-18).- Gained the ability to make quick decisions to mitigate conflicts and work in an integrated team environment. - Understand the importance of being able to work cooperatively and efficiently with others toward a common goal.

Athens, Ga

- Four-year letterman for the University of Georgia gymnastics team, successfully managed a physically demanding schedule consisting of academics, athletics, and travel, exhibiting proficient time-management ability. - Recipient of full athletic scholarship for athletic excellence, earning Academic and Athletic All-America Honors.- Handpicked to be senior representative on the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) for the university's gymnastics team to coordinate community service opportunities as well as improve the total experience for all student-athletes.- Contributed to Georgia Gymnastics' return to the NCAA Super Six Championships after facing major coaching change, demonstrating work ethic and commitment through adversity.

Master’S Degree, Sport Management And Policy

Graduation Date: May 2016

Bachelor’S Degree, Communication Studies

Activities and Societies: Gymnastics