Erin Schutes
Gregory,MI
Summary
Dynamic operating manager with extensive experience in establishing and leading a non-profit organization. Looking to continue to share talents and trainings in the youth athletic world.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder & Operating Manager
Volleyclub
01.2018 - Current
- Developed from ground level non-profit volleyball organization. Including marketing, fundraising, & established all partnerships.
- Led and implemented all operations for communication processes, day to day planning, and team structure.
- Manages budgeting and financial planning & allocation for club activities.
- Coordinated training programs for staff, enhancing skill development and performance across all levels of the organization.
- Develops, delegates, and manages 12 schedules simultaneously; including but not limited to national, state, and regional teams. Along with a recreational program with 100 plus youth athletes.
Design Lead
Clare Dunkel & Associates
06.2010 - Current
- Led design projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
- Streamlined design processes & improved project turnaround times and efficiency.
- Works proficiently in CAD, 20-20 designs, & Revit.
- Operates day to day operations in access, excel, calendars, and project management software builder trend.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Planning, Production Management, Design
Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL02-2008
Skills
- Business development
- Develops partnerships easily
- Creative and strategic vision
- Customer relations; including conflict resolution
- Project management
- Operations management
- Staff management & Team Builder
- Clear communication
- Economically Conservative & Creative Fundraiser
- Decision-making
Certification
- MHSAA Coach Training CAP I-III -2025
- Art of Coaching Certification
- Teaching Certificate (in progress)
Timeline
Co-Founder & Operating Manager
Volleyclub
01.2018 - Current
Design Lead
Clare Dunkel & Associates
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Planning, Production Management, Design
Art Institute of Chicago