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Director of Sports | Events | Discovering Synergy in Partnerships | Branding | Athlete & Community Advocate Lead OCMG’S expansion of services to include event marketing, branding and strategic partnerships in the sports market

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Developed and implemented key marketing strategies and partnerships to increase existing relationships while targeting new partners for overall organizational lift. Launched current partnership with Major League Baseball to include softball in their nationwide grassroots initiative "Play Ball" to revive ball sports in the inner cities nationwide. Worked with the MLB Youth Programs Team and individual MLB Teams with local Boys and Girls Club of America to make a larger impact. Implented marketing training sessions for USA Softball’s 70 Individual Associations, as well as umpire associations to better market, engage, recruit and grow softball in their communities. USA Softball overall is 2.2 million members so creating consistent training messages, and sharing resources were key.Increased and strengthened partnerships with equipment suppliers for USA Softball’s National Teams as well as connect them with the membership nationwide.Worked with United States Olympic Committee for USA Softball Marketing Increased sponsorships by 30% and developed partners assets for USA Softball’s Annual Conference and Trade ShowAttended key trade shows within the Sports and Tourism industry to increase tournaments nationwide

Aligned Radio Disney's brand with TWDC omni-channel opportunities throughout North and South Carolina partners while managing expectations. Delivered positive results and memorable experiences for partners and relevant for their best guest bringing the Disney magic on-site in their communities.Planned and created innovative, effective and meaningful campaigns for a diverse clientele based on their needs; utilizing excellent communication skills to deliver strategic, multi-layered experiential partnerships.Worked with Radio Disney writers to create excitement and relevancy around highlighting partner's story on-air, digitally and on-site for cohesive and exciting messaging. Generated 78% of the revenue for Radio Disney Charlotte throughout NC & SC.Assisted with station management during management transition.

Developed a marketing program and roadmap to include brand awareness nationwide, corporate gift programs and furthering community relations within the German business community in Charlotte and surrounding region. Very thrilled to be involved with the German American Chamber of Commerce in Charlotte as well as the Atlanta area, along with the Alemannia Society, and the Charlotte North Rotary Club

Developed partnerships and provided on-site support and facilitation for all events including 4 Olympic Team Trials, 7 National Championship events throughout U.S. ranging from 200 to 4,000 spectators per day for 9 separate Canoe Kayak disciplines, including the new Paralympic program debuting in London Olympics in 2012Coordinated and maintained partnerships with staff/personnel with the United States Olympic Committee marketing department for events and promotions leading up to and throughout 2008 Beijing OlympicsManaged all marketing promotions, brand awareness and fulfillment for USA Canoe Kayak Events and their vendors and sponsorsNegotiated sponsorship and sales for business through United States Olympic Committee corporate relations as well as local Chamber of Commerce and Olympic Training Venues for specific sport disciplines nationwide Coordinated with Olympic Training Centers, National Development Coaches to ensure proper team communication, relationship building between International Federation, athletes, volunteer, officials and parents for event success and results for athletes

Owned and operated all aspects of a demanding yet thriving businessCreated a successful online sales programOpened additional satellite shop on busy college campusTrained all employees for exceptional customer service, chocolate making as well as barista Purchasing and sellingCorporate gift basket program Vice President for local Merchants Association

*Event Opening crew for Harrah's Cherokee, Harrah's New Orleans and conversion training for Showboat Atlantic City*Showroom set-up for concerts, VIP and promotional events*Trained and staffed Box Office and Ushers *Yield Management for Ticket Sales *Performed ongoing training for EMS, MIcros, and JD Edwards systems*Worked with Direct Mail and Advertising for accuracy in proof and timely drop deadlines