Ja'Oshua Bryant
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Dedicated college athletics professional focusing on the holistic success of student-athletes in their academic and community pursuits. Proven track record of fostering empowerment and impactful engagement beyond sports, contributing to the development of responsible and civic-minded individuals. Expertise in mentoring, program development, and community outreach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
College Transition Coordinator
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC
05.2024 - Current
- Assist high school students in their transition to college, maintaining relationships to ensure a smooth and successful adjustment
- Meet with high school administrators to inform them about the programs available to students
- Visit classrooms to present the services and programs offered at Spartanburg Community College
- Serve as a community liaison, helping to coordinate and plan events that foster interaction with Spartanburg Community College
- Engage in initiatives to enhance the college's brand within the community
Assistant Athletic Director of Business Operations
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised operations of 13 Division II sports teams.
- Directed management of a $3 million athletics budget, keeping all invoices and contracts updated.
- Managed daily athletics department operations.
Coordinator of Championships & Special Events
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)
Charlotte, NC
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Executed organization of 14 Division II conference championships.
- Coordinated men's and women's basketball tournament resulting in $38 million economic boost for Baltimore, MD.
- Directed responsibilities for 13 athletic directors and senior women administrators (SWAs) across all conference initiatives.
- Represented as the primary interface with Under Armour, aiding in branding and marketing activities related to the conference.
- Allocated and managed financial resources amounting to $21 million for a conference.
Assistant Director of Men's Basketball Operations
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Oversaw and allocated $3 million budget for men's basketball.
- Arranged team logistics and travel plans efficiently, covering flights, accommodations, and meals.
- Scheduled guaranteed games with larger institutions.
- Supervised the recruitment process for student support staff while delegating roles efficiently.
- Organized and managed both community and campus events, contributing to $250,000 raised for men's basketball.
- Oversaw scheduling and everyday engagements for head coach.
Education
B.A. - Sports Science, Fitness Management
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05.2021
Master of Science - Athletic Leadership
Clemson University
Clemson, SCSkills
- Team building
- Leadership
- Motivation
- Communication
- Microsoft Team Leadership
- Logistic training
- Event management
- Intercollegiate athletics
- Athletic program development
- Alumni engagement
- Fundraising expertise
Accomplishments
- Support our goal to raise $250,000 for NC A&T men's basketball
- Contributed to the Second Largest Turnaround in college basketball Program History: Wins vs. Loses (2017)
- John B. McClendon recipient
Extracurricular Activities
Camps Darrick Mullins Elite Camp, Pitt Community College, 2017 Buzz Williams Camp, Virginia Tech, Camp Coach, 2018 Tony Bennett Camp, University of Virginia, Camp Coach, 2018-Present Jen Hoover Women's Basketball Elite Camp, Wake Forest University, Camp Coach, 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
College Transition Coordinator
Spartanburg Community College
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Athletic Director of Business Operations
Johnson C. Smith University
07.2023 - 03.2024
Coordinator of Championships & Special Events
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)
07.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Director of Men's Basketball Operations
North Carolina A&T State University
08.2017 - 06.2022
B.A. - Sports Science, Fitness Management
North Carolina A&T State University
Master of Science - Athletic Leadership
Clemson University
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