Jacob Paul
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Senior in the Haworth College of Business at Western Michigan University | Marketing and Sports Management | Game Operations | Promotions and Event Coordinator | Marketing Analytics | Public Relations | Philanthropy | www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-paul-72a26825a
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Relations & Game-Day Promotional Intern
Kalamazoo Wings
Kalamazoo
10.2022 - Current
- Organize, plan, and execute on-ice promotions for home games
- Assist in all off-ice promotions and Community Relations events
- Direct and Lead the Game Presentation Team during Game Nights
- Develop and Write Game Timing Scripts for the Production Crew
- Decorating and set up for themed nights
- Help manage the Mascot Department as well as Slappys Social Media Pages as well as organize and run events and appearances for Slappy
- Created and developed a game promotion that included theming, sponsors, giveaways, and custom jersey auction
- Semi-Pro Night' will be implemented into the 2023-2024 K-Wings Season.
Pro Shop Supervisor
Gull Lake View Golf Resort
Gull Lake, MI
05.2023 - Current
- Managed and Directed Pro-Shop and Cart Staff to operate a 36 hole course that saw around 600 rounds per day in peak season
- Booked and Made Tee Times and Checked in Groups
- Promoted and Sold different Merchandise including High-End Clothing and Clubs
- Provided excellent Customer Service to a wide range of guest including Large and Small Groups, Corporate Events, Bachelor Parties, High-School and College Teams, etc...
- Worked in Conjunction with the Event Coordinator and the Food and Beverage Coordinator to put on various different Outings and Tournaments
Golf Department Lead
Dunham's Sports
Kalamazoo MI
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Golf Department Team Lead / Sales Associate
- Ran the Fitting Room/Swing Suite helping prospective customers try out new clubs
- Performed Custom Fittings and Measurements on Clients
- Regripped and Cut Clubs to Custom Lengths
Back of House Shift Manager and Bartender
Forest Dunes Golf Resort
Roscommon MI
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Bartender at Bootlegger Bar located at the Turn of the Dunes Course which is the #3 Ranked Public Course in the State of Michigan. Served Speciality Cocktails and Select Wines and Beers to High-Profile Clientele
- Directed the Kitchen Team as Evening Shift Manager for The Stag Grill. Specifically was tasked directing and operating the New Pizza Kitchen that provided On-Site Pickup as well as Delivery to all Resort Guest.
- July 2022 Employee of the Month.
Education
B.S. Marketing -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI04.2024
Mathematics -
Indiana Tech University
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Proficient with ShoFlo
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certification
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite
- Social Media Management
- Organization and Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving
- Community Engagement and Social Responsibility
Leadership And Volunteerism Experience
- Philanthropy Chair and New Member team lead for Sigma Chi Fraternity Zeta Nu Chapter
- Indiana Tech University Freshman Showcase Host
- Lansing Catholic High School Youth Lacrosse Coach
- Lansing Catholic High School Retreat and Mission Trip Leader
- Two-year Captain Lansing Catholic Lacrosse Team
- Church food bank and Thanksgiving volunteer
Timeline
Pro Shop Supervisor
Gull Lake View Golf Resort
05.2023 - Current
Community Relations & Game-Day Promotional Intern
Kalamazoo Wings
10.2022 - Current
Golf Department Lead
Dunham's Sports
09.2022 - 02.2023
Back of House Shift Manager and Bartender
Forest Dunes Golf Resort
04.2022 - 10.2022
B.S. Marketing -
Western Michigan University
Mathematics -
Indiana Tech University