Marcus Ellison Email & Phone Number

Walnut Creek, California, United States

Using the medium of sport to help young people grow. I train children and youth to strengthen their basketball skills and earn the confidence needed to thrive in any endeavor. Through discipline, passion, and relentless work ethic, my players become tough competitors and thrive in the game of basketball. I offer individual, small group, and class packages for aspiring players grades 2-12.

Walnut Creek, California

Basketball program focuses on mentoring 500+ kids (8-18 years old), instilling habits of excellence and class in all aspects of life, including the basketball court. -Through diligence, enrollment has increased over 220% during tenure including the addition of a High School Program-Develop unique practice plans and execute 16+ practices weekly-Create and execute initiatives including 3v3 nights, free clinics, Drill of the Week, Challenge of the Week and quote/commitment… Show more Basketball program focuses on mentoring 500+ kids (8-18 years old), instilling habits of excellence and class in all aspects of life, including the basketball court. -Through diligence, enrollment has increased over 220% during tenure including the addition of a High School Program-Develop unique practice plans and execute 16+ practices weekly-Create and execute initiatives including 3v3 nights, free clinics, Drill of the Week, Challenge of the Week and quote/commitment cards for players-Manage scheduling, payroll, and public communications/relations -Developed and launched a highly successful online training program allowing 200+ kids to train-Scheduling tournaments, practices, team meetings, zoom workouts Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

POD Education provides children the personal touch of private tutoring as well as the peer interaction and extracurricular benefits of attending school. We remove the stress of online education to help parents focus on their personal and professional responsibilities secure in the knowledge that their students are studying in a learning-friendly environment. Responsibilities within my company are wide ranging and dynamic. - All customer service including responding to inquiries… Show more POD Education provides children the personal touch of private tutoring as well as the peer interaction and extracurricular benefits of attending school. We remove the stress of online education to help parents focus on their personal and professional responsibilities secure in the knowledge that their students are studying in a learning-friendly environment. Responsibilities within my company are wide ranging and dynamic. - All customer service including responding to inquiries and phone calls- New sales and lead pursuit- IT including the creation and maintaining of our website and questionnaire- Marketing including flyer creation and social media monitoring- Extracurricular program development and Instructor Training- POD/student oversight Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

A lease-to-own company focused on providing simple and affordable purchase options to credit challenged consumers in a wide array of retailers. -Organized and launched training sessions 15+ times per week for up to ~80 sales professionals across different retail platforms from the San Francisco Bay Area to the Sacramento/Folsom regions.-Strategically analyzed sales results to create effective plans for companies including; Mattress Firm, Best Buy, Lowes, Helzberg Diamonds, Big… Show more A lease-to-own company focused on providing simple and affordable purchase options to credit challenged consumers in a wide array of retailers. -Organized and launched training sessions 15+ times per week for up to ~80 sales professionals across different retail platforms from the San Francisco Bay Area to the Sacramento/Folsom regions.-Strategically analyzed sales results to create effective plans for companies including; Mattress Firm, Best Buy, Lowes, Helzberg Diamonds, Big Lots-Averaged over 100% to quota ($2M quarterly) while managing company efforts throughout Northern California, annual invoices over $8M -Met with VP’s, Area Managers, Regional Managers, District Managers, Associates to train on the terms of the program, program offerings, application, compliance, efforts to drive sales, applications, transactions-Confidently developed weekly trainings for 10+ company sales representatives geared towards increasing team sales and productivity. Training reached 50+ participants.-Launched trainings to vice presidents, senior directors, owners and directors to enable them to learn company programs to effectively increase sales 5-10% incremental to their respective organizations-Diligently trained on other financing options, as part of an integrated waterfall system that fed all financing vendors-President’s Club Honoree in 2019 Show less

Hayward, California

Served as an Assistant Coach with a fantastic coaching staff and tremendous players while building strong relationships and developing character. Responsibilities include Player Development, stat tracking, film analysis, and monitoring and advising player education. Preached habits of excellence and learned a great deal about managing adults and achieving goals to fulfill a greater purpose.

Concord, California

I had the privilege of working at one of the most successful High School programs in the country. My specific responsibilities included Player Development, Performance Analysis, and Scouting. While at De La Salle, I emphasized toughness and integrity while striving to instill in our players habits of hard work, class, and an expectation for success. I was mentored by the Legendary Coach Frank Allocco, former 2 time National High School coach of the year, while also coaching the McDonalds… Show more I had the privilege of working at one of the most successful High School programs in the country. My specific responsibilities included Player Development, Performance Analysis, and Scouting. While at De La Salle, I emphasized toughness and integrity while striving to instill in our players habits of hard work, class, and an expectation for success. I was mentored by the Legendary Coach Frank Allocco, former 2 time National High School coach of the year, while also coaching the McDonalds All-American Game. The Spartans went 27-5 while I was there, reaching the Elite 8 of the California State Basketball Tournament. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

• Coordinated and executed the facility and team logistics, security, media, game day operations, and staffing for regular season games (football, basketball, baseball) and postseason tournaments including WNIT, Women’s Gymnastics, and Women’s NCAA Championships• Aided and supervised in the opening of the new Husky Baseball Stadium • Directed and led volunteer and paid event workers (15-50 workers depending on event) in managing customer service and crowd control for crowds ranging from… Show more • Coordinated and executed the facility and team logistics, security, media, game day operations, and staffing for regular season games (football, basketball, baseball) and postseason tournaments including WNIT, Women’s Gymnastics, and Women’s NCAA Championships• Aided and supervised in the opening of the new Husky Baseball Stadium • Directed and led volunteer and paid event workers (15-50 workers depending on event) in managing customer service and crowd control for crowds ranging from 300-15,000• Directed and organized special events held at UW athletic facilities including memorials, fundraising events, charitable events, banquets, and graduations • Coordinated the scheduling, training, and payroll for over 50 workers• Managed events and facilities schedule as well as facility maintenance and upgrades Show less

• As part of a team, planned and executed innovative marketing plans for BYU football and Men’s and Women’s Basketball’s publicity, promotions, tailgating activities, and half-time shows• Helped organize and execute the first ever BYU “Boom Shakalaka” pep rally, showcasing Men’s Basketball three-point shooting, dunking, and other skills while attracting over 4,000 fans and being nationally broadcast through BYUTV

• Organized and oversaw a wide range of NCAA home athletic events (Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Volleyball, Baseball, Softball)• Worked directly with athletic administration to improve event efficiency and manage events• Directed and led volunteer and paid event workers (5-30 workers depending on event) and interns (2-4) in managing crowds ranging from 300-5,000 • Exercised problem solving and crisis management expertise during championship game… Show more • Organized and oversaw a wide range of NCAA home athletic events (Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Volleyball, Baseball, Softball)• Worked directly with athletic administration to improve event efficiency and manage events• Directed and led volunteer and paid event workers (5-30 workers depending on event) and interns (2-4) in managing crowds ranging from 300-5,000 • Exercised problem solving and crisis management expertise during championship game planning and all logistical in-game issues including concessions, crowd control, weather related event issues, custodial requirements, medical emergencies, and all other home athletic event needs• Worked as BYU’s direct liaison for coaches, visiting teams, officials, administration, and BYUTV or other national broadcasters for home athletic events and championships Show less

Provo, Utah Area

• Worked directly with BYU Women’s Basketball’s coaching staff in the planning and execution of recruiting plans for future players• Helped plan and publicize 5 summer camps while also serving as a camp coach

Bachelor'S Degree, Public Relations

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