Results-driven professional with expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and community engagement. Demonstrated expertise in optimizing operational efficiency and elevating team performance while maintaining compliance and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner & Director of Coaching (DOC)
Chicago Inferno Soccer Club
Crystal Lake, Illinois
07.2015 - Current
Established training programs for youth players to enhance skills and teamwork.
Coordinated schedules for practices, games, and tournaments across multiple teams.
Managed club finances, including budgeting and expense tracking for operations.
Developed marketing strategies to promote the soccer club within the community.
Recruited and trained coaching staff to ensure high-quality instruction and support.
Oversaw facility maintenance to provide a safe environment for players and families.
Fostered partnerships with local businesses to enhance club visibility and resources.
Organized community events to engage families and promote soccer participation opportunities.
Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Provided direction and guidance to employees.
Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
President & Owner
SOCCER EXPLORER, INC
Village of Lakewood, IL
05.2013 - Current
Directed strategic planning and implementation of company vision and goals.
Spearheaded marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility and market presence.
Championed community engagement initiatives to promote youth involvement in soccer programs.
Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
Developed and executed strategic business plan to attain assigned metrics.
Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
JUDSON UNIVERSITY
Elgin, IL
12-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
JUDSON UNIVERSITY
Elgin, IL
04-2006
Skills
Strategic planning
Budget management
Marketing strategy
Customer engagement
Compliance oversight
Team building
Certification
Coaching licenses and certifications necessary to perform at a high level in the soccer club industry