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George Courtney

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Innovative and forward-thinking Event and Program Director with 10 years of experience leading widely diverse, high-impact regional and national events. Passionate public relations and marketing expert with ideal analytical and project management skills for vibrant and fiscally successful events. Recruits and hires top talent, and delivers timely problem-solving. Dedicated to customer focus, clear communication and satisfied attendee experiences.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Basketball Talent Evaluator

GC3 Hoops
04.2022 - Current
  • Evaluated High School and Junior College Basketball Talent
  • Generated Scouting Reports to share with College and NBA Scouts, Coaches, Executives and Staff
  • Directed National and Regional Showcases, Camps, Tournaments, and Events

Director of Operations

Arizona Preps
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Evaluated High School and Junior College Basketball Talent
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Generated Scouting Reports to share with College Coaches
  • Directed Regional Showcases, Camps, Tournaments, and Events

Regional Camp Coordinator

Big Baller Brand
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures for Regional Youth Basketball Camps and Showcases.
  • Coordinated camps and showcases by reserving officials and referees, determining event budget and organizing signage, concessions and vendors.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
  • Arranged packed activity schedule to include skills training, competitions, and games.

Boys Basketball Coach

SCVUHS, SPA, Casa Grande Union, Florence
08.2013 - 07.2022
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Attained sponsorships for team expenses such as uniforms, equipment, and expenses.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Created and Directed Numerous Tournaments and Camps to include the Central Arizona Classic, Santa Cruz Valley Union Holiday Shootout, Eddie Martinez Invitational, SPA Winter Invitational.
  • Assisted numerous student athletes with their college recruitment process.

Director of Operations

San Tan Youth Basketball Inc.
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Oversaw creation and maintenance of strategic plans for growth and development of basketball operations.
  • Managed marketing efforts, communicated programs to staff and trained on marketing promotions.
  • Developed effective relationships, exemplified positive leadership and orchestrated diverse functions and individuals toward profitability objectives.

Education

Master of Arts - Athletic Coaching Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Applied Management

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
03.2018

High School Diploma -

Kamehameha Schools Kapalama
Honolulu, HI
06.2004

Skills

  • Athletic Training and Coaching
  • Game Scheduling
  • Event Planning and Logistics
  • Marketing and Advertising

Timeline

Basketball Talent Evaluator

GC3 Hoops
04.2022 - Current

Regional Camp Coordinator

Big Baller Brand
06.2020 - 07.2022

Director of Operations

Arizona Preps
01.2020 - 08.2022

Boys Basketball Coach

SCVUHS, SPA, Casa Grande Union, Florence
08.2013 - 07.2022

Director of Operations

San Tan Youth Basketball Inc.
01.2012 - 12.2015

Master of Arts - Athletic Coaching Education

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Management

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

Kamehameha Schools Kapalama

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