Abraham Pienaar
Professional Athlete
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
As a highly motivated professional cricket player with extensive experience in leadership roles, as well as working with and playing for diverse teams globally, I am excited to bring my skills to a new challenge in the corporate world. I am dedicated and enthusiastic about developing my personal and professional abilities to achieve success in any position I undertake.
My experience in professional sports has taught me to manage my time efficiently and work well under pressure, while also developing resilience in the face of failure. I am confident that these skills and traits will translate well into any new role.
In my career as a cricket player, I have prioritized clear and effective communication with my team members to build strong relationships based on mutual respect and collaboration. I am excited to find an organization that values teamwork, and where I can contribute my leadership abilities to help drive growth and achieve success.
I am eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities, and view it as opportunities for personal growth and professional development. I believe that my experience, skills, and enthusiasm make me an ideal candidate for any position, and I am excited to bring my best efforts to any new role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Professional Cricketer
Major League Cricket
Washington, DC
03.2023 - Current
- Overall draft pick number 14
- Guided new team members in understanding conditions specific to the American cricket landscape.
- Collaborate with fellow athletes, to enhance the competitive performance of the team.
- Maintained professionalism when attending sporting and media events as team representative.
- Effectively communicated with diverse groups of athletes, coaches, and game officials, employing dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
Professional Cricketer
Morrisville Raptors
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - Current
- Identified aspects in need of improvement.
- Optimized strategies to strengthen performance.
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Performed regular competitor analyses to gain insights that would inform tactical decision making and result in a competitive advantage.
Professional Cricketer and Coach
St Louis Americans
St Louis, MO
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Determined areas in need of improvement and optimized strategies to strengthen performance.
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Promoted positive attitude and competitive spirit during training and gameplay.
- Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
Financial Advisor
Old Mutual South Africa
Bloemfontein, Australia
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients and educated clients on account services and capabilities.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on individual needs.
- Assisted clients in planning for the future and recommended specific investments to meet their financial goals.
Professional Cricketer
Various Professional Teams All Over The World
South Africa, New Zealand, Ireland, UK, Europe Etc
01.2008 - 04.2021
- Trained extensively 20-30 hours per week for upcoming competitions to perform at a top-level.
- Utilized nutrition and rest to provide optimal performance and recovery times.
- Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and studying for exams.
- Promoted positive attitude and competitive spirit during training and gameplay.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of South Africa
South Africa 07.2014 - 06.2017
Skills
Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Flexible and Adaptable
Dependable and Responsible
Planning and Coordination
Financial Management
Verbal and written communication
Certification
Microsof Excel - Excel from beginner to advance, Udemy, 21 Hours
Timeline
Microsof Excel - Excel from beginner to advance, Udemy, 21 Hours
05-2023
Professional Cricketer
Major League Cricket
03.2023 - Current
Professional Cricketer
Morrisville Raptors
01.2022 - Current
Professional Cricketer and Coach
St Louis Americans
05.2021 - 12.2021
Financial Advisor
Old Mutual South Africa
09.2020 - 04.2021
Inspiring and Motivating Individuals, Coursera,14 hours
05-2020
Financial Markets, Coursera, 33 Hours
04-2020
Project management: Principles & Practices, 12 weeks
07-2018
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of South Africa
07.2014 - 06.2017
Professional Cricketer
Various Professional Teams All Over The World
01.2008 - 04.2021