HAYDEN ANDERSON

Ambitious Marketing student at Minnesota State University, Mankato with hands-on experience in customer service and youth programming. DECA State award recipient with a strong foundation in business competitions and community engagement through school-based enterprise. Skills include effective communication, teamwork, and time management, with a focus on sports marketing, sales, NIL sponsorships, and social media marketing.

Sports Marketing | Brand Partnerships | NIL Sponsorships | Social Media Marketing | Sports Business

• Minnesota State University, Mankato — Track & Cross-Country Athlete
• Compete in collegiate track and cross-country.
• Currently performing at the top of the cross-country team.
• Balance collegiate athletics with academic responsibilities while demonstrating discipline, consistency, and time management.
• Irondale High School — Track & Field
• Named High School Track Team MVP.
• Placed 10th at the state meet during senior year.
• Developed competitive experience, goal-setting skills, and a strong work ethic.
• DECA — Competitor | 2025–2026
• Earned 2nd place at the 2025 state competition in School-Based Enterprise (SBE) for The Knight Grounds, a school-based coffee shop.
• Qualified for the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC/Nationals) in 2025 for School-Based Enterprise.
• Qualified for the 2026 DECA State Career Development Conference in Sports and Entertainment Marketing Role-Play and Integrated Marketing Campaign.
• Gained exposure to business operations and marketing through school-based enterprise and competitive marketing events.
• City of New Brighton — Equity Council Member | January 2022–October 2022
• Collaborated with council members to brainstorm ways to improve the community.
• Contributed ideas focused on promoting equity and creating a more inclusive community.
• Participated in community discussions and collaborative problem-solving.