Nick Kray Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Assisted head coach with day-to-day operations and optimized communication with players. Facilitated and organized team building & team development through outside contractors. Maintained conduit between the head coach & all football operation departments, encompassing video, logistics, equipment, medical, and S&C. Provided oversight for the off-season program calendar, employee relations, construction planning, hiring & onboarding, and performance improvement. Ensured proactive coordination with all stakeholders involved to increase efficiency and output across key procedures. Planned and scheduled all activities in a strategic manner to optimize player development and team cohesion.• Developed and implemented the comprehensive off-season program calendar, encompassing key events such as Free Agency, Draft Meetings, Player OTAs (Organized Team Activities), Rookie Mini Camp, and Veteran Mini Camp.• Acted as a central point of contact for employees, addressing their questions, concerns, and inquiries regarding the new Head Coach as well as enhancing decision-making while leveraging knowledge of the Head Coach's preferences and values.• Formulated construction plan to optimize office space within NRG Stadium. Partnered with external companies and facilitated productive discussions to explore innovative solutions and build additional office space.• Strategically revamped and streamlined the roles in the organization to alleviate confusion and conflicts. Conducted a comprehensive assessment of departments and reorganized responsibilities, ensuring clear lines of accountability.• Conducted interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and fit with the organization. Successfully hired and onboarded two Equipment Managers who contributed to enhancing operational effectiveness and equipment management.• Played a key role in the onboarding of 16 new coaches by partnering actively with the HR department to ensure seamless integration into the organization.

Santa Clara, California, United States

Leveraged a blend of administrative and communication expertise to streamline operations and maximize team performance. Assisted the head coach with routine-based operations. Coordinated meeting and practice schedules and the football calendar. Managed all communication with players as well as facilitated team building and team development through outside contractors. Maintained the Head Coach's personal calendar and daily schedule in addition to coordinating team and personal calendars, schedules, and appointments with Executive Assistants. Arranged NFL Officials visits, ensuring smooth interactions and compliance with protocols. Maintained an effective conduit between the head coach and all football operations departments. Provided updates on tasks and appointments, ensuring the head coach's adherence to the schedule and priorities.• Fostered operational excellence across the multi-billion dollar working environment, ensuring planning, execution, and management of activities pertinent to sporting activities, HR processes, financials, events, marketing, and public relations.• Served as a liaison to the public relations, community relations, digital media, event marketing, finance, and sponsorship departments, ensuring effective communication and the fulfilment of requests.• Played a key role in supporting travel arrangements for the Coaching Staff, including scouting combines, offseason player workouts, and assistant coaching travel needs.• Planned team-building activities, such as bowling, movies, and APG (Activity Professional Group) outings.• Assisted in onboarding new coaches, including HR processes, housing arrangements, and facility tours.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Engaged actively in scheduling, planning, budgeting, travel, development and staff management• Championed responsibility for the transition of Freshman and Transfer Players to NC State. • Organized schedules and itineraries for the football program.

Muncie, Indiana, United States

• Planned and managed all aspects of team travel and team operations. • Oversaw Summer Housing Program, Community Service, & Pre-season Camp • Administered the football budget as well as organized schedules and itineraries for the football program.

New Haven, Connecticut, United States

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States

Charleston, Illinois, United States