Personable and dedicated sales support and activation professional with a proven ability to build strong client rapport through effective communication. Collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude, motivated to deliver high customer satisfaction and contribute to team and business success. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on process improvement and flawless partnership execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Partnership Activation
Fighting Hawks Sports Partnerships
Grand Forks
06.2025 - Current
Oversee the fulfillment and activation of $4M+ in sponsorship assets across digital platforms, social media, in-venue signage, and radio, maximizing partner value and return on investment.
Supervise the Coordinator of Partnership Services to ensure the timely and accurate execution of contractual assets, while providing exceptional customer service to partners.
Utilize Salesforce to assist the General Manager in tracking the sales pipeline, renewal progress, and partner touchpoints, supporting strong relationship management and retention efforts.
Collaborate with internal staff, including the General Manager, Account Executive, and university personnel, to address and resolve partner concerns, ensuring a positive experience.
Coordinator, Partnership Services
Fighting Hawks Sports Partnerships
Grand Forks
01.2022 - 06.2024
Serve as the primary liaison between 100+ corporate partners and the University of North Dakota Athletic Department, ensuring seamless fulfillment of contractual agreements.
Onboard new clients by educating them on billing procedures, best practices, and timelines to support the successful execution of partnership assets.
Manage and track all advertising inventory for the property, identifying upsell opportunities and notifying the General Manager about sold-out assets.
Utilize Photoshop and Microsoft Office to create partnership proposals and develop end-of-season proof-of-performance reports.
Student Manager, Business Development
University Of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth
04.2021 - 10.2021
Support sponsorship sales and activation efforts for Bulldog Welcome Week, helping fund programs and events for New Student Orientation.
Lead and train a team of student volunteers in guiding new college students on academic success, college life skills, and strategies for a successful transition to campus
Manager Of Business Development at Fighting Illini Sports Properties/Learfield SportsManager Of Business Development at Fighting Illini Sports Properties/Learfield Sports