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Jimmie Brooks

Chicago,IL

Summary

Chicago-born community builder and basketball leader with 5+ years of experience designing youth-focused programming, leading sports-based outreach, and building strategic partnerships. A licensed USA Basketball Gold Coach and member of the Chicago Bulls Girls Coaching Cohort, I bring a unique blend of grassroots connection and professional polish. As the Founder of the Chicago Peace League and Mentor Coordinator at Breakthrough Urban Ministries, I’ve led high-impact initiatives that empower youth and unite communities.

Alongside my community work, I bring proven experience in business development, team leadership, and strategic planning—combining a passion for people with strong operational and problem-solving skills. Whether running a mentoring program, launching a league, or leading retail teams, I’m committed to delivering meaningful results that uplift and inspire.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder & Program Director

Chicago Peace League
02.2022 - Current
  • - Created and manage summer basketball leagues featuring youth, teen, men's, and women's divisions in East Garfield Park impacting over 800+ people.
  • - Coordinate logistics for games, camps, guest panels, and community partnerships.
  • - Lead media, design, sponsorships, and outreach to grow league presence and impact.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.

Mentor Coordinator

Breakthrough Urban Ministries
12.2021 - Current
  • - Design and lead mentoring programs for up to 60 youth and teens, overseeing curriculum development, volunteer coordination, and events.
  • - Develop strategic partnerships with schools, families, and community organizations.
  • - Facilitate weekly sessions and large-scale youth gatherings focused on leadership, wellness, and belonging.
  • Optimized mentor performance through regular feedback sessions focused on constructive criticism and goal-setting discussions.

Assistant Manager

Champs Sports
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • - Led a 20+ person retail team, overseeing staffing, scheduling, training, and performance metrics.
  • - Drove sales strategies and handled inventory, finances, and vendor coordination.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Education

Banking & Business Certificate -

Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL
01.2020

Skills

  • - Youth Program Development
  • - Sports Event Operations
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Strategic thinking
  • - Community Outreach & Partnerships
  • - Public Speaking & Team Facilitation
  • Team leadership
  • Marketing
  • - Chicago Sports Culture & History

Accomplishments

  • Obtained many grants and partnerships with companies and organizations like Chicago Sports Alliance, Chicago Sky, DTLR, Jersey Mikes and FootLocker for the Chicago Peace League.

  • USA Basketball Gold Licensed Coach

  • Chicago Bulls Girls Coaching Committee Alumni

  • Received community awards from different organizations (Beyond Athletics, 312 Music Awards, Free Game Podcast) due to the Chicago Peace League

Certification

  • USA Basketball Gold Coach License
  • Issued 2022 - Present
  • Chicago Bulls Girls Coaching Cohort Member
  • Selected Participant - 2023

Timeline

Founder & Program Director

Chicago Peace League
02.2022 - Current

Mentor Coordinator

Breakthrough Urban Ministries
12.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Champs Sports
06.2021 - 12.2021

Banking & Business Certificate -

Harold Washington College

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