Jacob Duncan
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
Energetic and dedicated sports management professional with a Bachelor's degree in Sport Management and a minor in Marketing and Communications. Proven experience in event planning, volunteer coordination, and youth sports. Strong organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive team environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Little Caesars AAA Hockey Seasonal Assistant
Detroit Red Wings
Detroit, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Contributing to the fundraising efforts of Little Caesars AAA hockey including the planning of an annual golf outing
- Producing a monthly newsletter reaching over 16,000 subscribers, showcasing important news and updates for Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League
- Spearheading the Development and Management of the Little Caesars AAA Website
- Assisting with volunteer coordination and execution of the Detroit Red Wing Foundation's 50/50 raffle program
- Contributing to the organization and sorting of LCAHL apparel orders, ensuring efficient distribution.
Foundation Game Day Event Staff
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment
Detroit, MI
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted with the 50/50 raffle during Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers game days, resulting in raising over $1.3 million during the 2022-2023 Detroit Red Wings season
- Coordinated logistics, troubleshooting, and in-game management of raffle volunteers and equipment, ensuring smooth operations
- Sold raffle tickets on game days while working as a mobile sales representative, achieving the status of a top 5 seller during the 2023 Detroit Tigers season.
Summer Camp Counselor
Detroit Pistons
Detroit, MI
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Directed engaging basketball activities for boys and girls in grades 2-9, fostering an educational and entertaining environment
- Contributed to the implementation of Pistons' branding in various gymnasiums
- Represented the Detroit Pistons organization as a positive role model for youth throughout the state of Michigan.
Scoreboard Operator
Plymouth Christian Academy
Canton, MI
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Oversaw the management of the scoreboard during varsity and junior varsity basketball games for both men's and women's teams
- Recorded game data, including points, fouls, timeouts, and possession arrow
- Maintained records of individual player statistics for varsity games.
Education
B.S. Sport Management -
Eastern Michigan University
08.2023
Skills
- Event Planning
- Volunteer Coordination
- Youth Sports
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team Leadership
- Competitiveness
- Verbal and written communication
Community and College Involvement
Theta Chi Fraternity, Eastern Michigan University
- Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Chair (2023)
- Vice President (2022)
- Secretary (2021)
Interfraternal Council (IFC), Eastern Michigan University
- Vice President of Recruitment (2022)
Accomplishments
Eastern Michigan Undergraduate Symposium
March 2023
- Selected as the first undergraduate student in the history of the Eastern Michigan Sport Management program to present a research project on "Motivations for Sports Betting and its Impact on Fan Satisfaction" at Eastern Michigan's 43rd annual Undergraduate Symposium.
Fraternity and Sorority Life "Individual Character Award"
April 2021
- Recognized by peers for displaying exceptional individual character within the Greek Life community.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Little Caesars AAA Hockey Seasonal Assistant
Detroit Red Wings
10.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Detroit Pistons
05.2023 - 09.2023
Foundation Game Day Event Staff
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment
05.2022 - 10.2023
Scoreboard Operator
Plymouth Christian Academy
01.2022 - 03.2022
B.S. Sport Management -
Eastern Michigan University
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