Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Adam Graesser

Buffalo

Summary

Dynamic hockey instructor with a proven track record at Pegula Sports Entertainment, enhancing athlete performance through tailored skill development and effective time management strategies. Adept at fostering teamwork and individual growth, I excel in long-term athlete development and conducting comprehensive skill assessments, ensuring players reach their full potential.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Hockey Instructor

Pegula Sports Entertainment
01.2021 - Current
  • Implemented effective off-ice conditioning programs, resulting in improved overall fitness and injury prevention.
  • Conducted safety clinics educating both players and coaches on proper equipment use minimizing risk of injuries.
  • Assisted in the recruitment of talented athletes, contributing to the growth of the hockey program.
  • Led pre-game warm-ups and stretches to ensure players were physically prepared for competition.
  • Organized team-building activities encouraging camaraderie among teammates enhancing overall morale.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual players, setting goals for continuous improvement throughout the season.

Sales Associate

Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
05.2022 - 10.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

Kitchen Staff Member

Pizza Works Etc
06.2018 - 04.2021
  • Implemented effective off-ice conditioning programs, resulting in improved overall fitness and injury prevention.
  • Conducted safety clinics educating both players and coaches on proper equipment use minimizing risk of injuries.
  • Assisted in the recruitment of talented athletes, contributing to the growth of the hockey program.
  • Led pre-game warm-ups and stretches to ensure players were physically prepared for competition.
  • Organized team-building activities encouraging camaraderie among teammates enhancing overall morale.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual players, setting goals for continuous improvement throughout the season.

Education

Associates - Business Administration

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Time management strategies
  • Skill development
  • Long-term athlete development
  • Individual skill assessment

Accomplishments

2020 Academic All American Award

Timeline

Sales Associate

Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
05.2022 - 10.2024

Hockey Instructor

Pegula Sports Entertainment
01.2021 - Current

Kitchen Staff Member

Pizza Works Etc
06.2018 - 04.2021

Associates - Business Administration

Erie Community College
Adam Graesser