Brock Orlowski
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Accomplished and dynamic racquets industry leader with a strong focus on family and community engagement. Driven by a passion for advancing all racquet sports as an integral part of the club. I have dedicated my career to creating vibrant, inclusive, and high-standard sports environments and enhancing member experiences to the betterment of the club and the lives of its members.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Racquet Sports
Fort Wayne Country Club
Fort Wayne, IN
12.2021 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of tennis and pickleball programming, events, and lessons at a racquet sports club. Handle budget and hiring management for the racquets department.
- Increased tennis participation by nearly 40% since hire, while pickleball saw a nearly 200% growth in participants.
- Oversaw large facility renovation in 2023-24, encompassing court resurfacing, new fencing, windscreen installation, pro shop overhaul, and procurement of all court equipment.
- Managed annual operating budget of more than $500,000.
- Managed the execution of over 30 annual events.
Head Coach - Men's and Women's Tennis
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed all aspects of both programs, including recruiting, budget management, player development, and team operations.
- Coached four All-Americans and led women's team to a peak national ranking of 12th; simultaneously guided men's team to a peak national ranking of 17th.
- Recruited over 80 players in four years. Hired and managed six graduate assistants in four years.
Athletics Operations Manager
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed facility usage and logistics for campus athletics encompassing 34 sports.
- Planned and executed ten national championship opening round events on campus.
- Recruited and supervised over 30 student workers on an annual basis.
Tennis Teaching Professional
Empowered Sports Club
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Conducted private and semi-private lessons, instructed junior and adult programming, and facilitated USTA tournaments.
- Coached over 30 players ranked among the top 50 in the USTA Midwest.
- Grew adult programs by nearly 50% in under two years.
Secondary Teacher
Blackhawk Christian School
Fort Wayne, IN
06.2013 - 08.2018
- Developed and delivered curriculum to middle and high school students.
- Led college preparatory mentorship program for high school seniors.
- Managed digital curriculum software across all grade levels in the school from K to 12.
Boy's and Girls' Varsity Tennis Coach
Blackhawk Christian School
Fort Wayne, IN
06.2013 - 08.2018
- Organized all aspects of the boy's and girls' tennis programs, including match and practice schedules and fundraising for program development.
- Led annual K-8 development program involving over 100 children.
Education
Director of Racquet Sports Certificate - Sports Management
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL04-2024
MBA - Management
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
Fort Wayne, IN03-2020
Bachelor of Science - Bible/Theology And Intercultural Studies
Kuyper College
Grand Rapids, MI04-2013
Skills
- Charismatic Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Staff Development
- Creativity and Innovation
- Advocacy and Public Relations
- Business Planning
- Budget Control
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Contract Management
Certification
- Certified Director of Racquet Sports - RSPA and PTR
- Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) Elite Tennis Professional, Elite Platform Tennis Professional, Padel Professional, Pickleball Professional
- Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Professional
- RacketPro (RPO) Certified Pickleball Professional
- Padel MBA (PMBA) Certified Level 2 Coach
- Love Serving Autism (LSA) Level 3 Certified Expert Coach
- United States Tennis Association (USTA) Wheelchair, Adaptive Tennis, and Blind/Visually Impaired Certified Coach
- Enrolled in CRSE course for 2025 via McMahon Careers
Accomplishments
- 2023 USPTA Indiana Professional of the Year
- 2020-21 Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference Coach of the Year
- 2018 Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association Coach of the Year
Affiliations
- Member and Regional Partner (Midwest) of the Directors' Club of America
- Client of SETS Consulting
- RSPA Midwest Board Member (Indiana Representative)
- Participant and partner of Athletes in Action Tennis (AIA)
Interests
- Local church participation and involvement
- Volunteering as a coach for my children's sports teams
- Career development
- All Detroit professional sports
Timeline
Director of Racquet Sports
Fort Wayne Country Club
12.2021 - Current
Head Coach - Men's and Women's Tennis
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
08.2018 - 12.2021
Athletics Operations Manager
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
08.2018 - 12.2021
Tennis Teaching Professional
Empowered Sports Club
03.2016 - 08.2019
Secondary Teacher
Blackhawk Christian School
06.2013 - 08.2018
Boy's and Girls' Varsity Tennis Coach
Blackhawk Christian School
06.2013 - 08.2018
Director of Racquet Sports Certificate - Sports Management
University of Florida
MBA - Management
Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech)
Bachelor of Science - Bible/Theology And Intercultural Studies
Kuyper College
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