Athan Sunderland
SC
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Founder
Total Talent Network
08.2022 - 06.2025
- CEO and Founder of Total Talent Network, responsible for leading the organization and driving strategic direction. This role involved developing innovative solutions for talent development, identification, promotion, acquisition and retention; simultaneously fostered a strong company culture that inspired excellence.
- Designed and implemented differentiated products, services, and technologies; continuously improved product-market fit
- Developed and nurtured a life-long strategic culture to maximize the 'right talent, in the right role, at the right time'
- Implemented strategies that aligned with organizational goals to ensure that we always 'walked the talk' from the inside out
- Built and nurtured relationships with clients and stakeholders to improve services, maximize outcomes, and generate opportunity
- Catalyzed macro-industry trends to adapt to micro-strategies for generative development of human networks
- Managed and executed all roles and responsibilities commensurate with executive leadership
CEO/Founder
RTB Sports & Technology
08.2011 - 08.2022
- As the CEO and Founder of RTB Sports & Technology, the focus was on creating innovative technological solutions within the amateur sports industry. This role demanded a blend of business acumen and technical knowledge to drive growth and establish a strong market presence.
- Developed and launched cutting-edge technology products tailored for various sports applications
- Developed real estate to improve local and regional economic, cultural, and place-making objectives
- Developed new services and established strategic partnerships to enhance product/service offerings to match unmet demand
- Led a team of professionals, staffs, and temporary staffs dedicated to delivering high-quality services and products
- Directed marketing and sales efforts always mindful to meet each constituent group at the level of their need
- Increased brand visibility and revenue
Executive Vice President/Partner
Manekin/Pinkard Properties
03.1999 - 08.2011
- In the role of Executive Vice President at Manekin and then Pinkard Properties, the primary responsibility involved overseeing commercial real estate operations and advisory services. This position required strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of the real estate market, its management, and its impact on local economies.
- Leased a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, enhancing asset value through effective strategies, rent growth, and best in class services
- Implemented innovative marketing and 'place-making' strategies that significantly increased property leasing rates
- Developed strong relationships with institutional, local, private, and government clients, resulting in additional revenue deepened relationships and multiple referrals
- Led teams, staff, and managed interdepartmental coordination of professionals in development, management, marketing, leasing and construction
- Led market analysis to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions
Timeline
CEO/Founder
Total Talent Network
08.2022 - 06.2025
CEO/Founder
RTB Sports & Technology
08.2011 - 08.2022
Executive Vice President/Partner
Manekin/Pinkard Properties
03.1999 - 08.2011