Joel Alvarez
Wyoming,MI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong track record in baseball operations and B2B sales. Focused on driving player development, enhancing team culture, and generating business opportunities through strategic relationship management. Proven ability to coordinate complex schedules and foster collaboration among players, families, and coaches.
Overview
2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Baseball Operations
West Michigan Tide
West Michigan, MI
10.2025 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day baseball operations and organizational activities to support the development and success of the program.
- Coordinate team schedules, practices, games, tournaments, and other baseball-related activities.
- Communicate with players, families, coaches, facilities, and organizational partners to ensure effective coordination and execution.
- Assist with player recruitment, development, and retention while building strong relationships with athletes and families.
- Support coaching staff with organizational planning, logistics, and program operations.
- Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining an organized and professional environment.
- Help establish and maintain a positive culture centered on accountability, development, teamwork, and player success.
- Represent the organization professionally when communicating with families, athletes, coaches, and external partners.
- Contribute to the continued growth and development of the organization's baseball programs.
Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Unity Christian High School
Hudsonville, MI
09.2024 - Current
- Lead the varsity baseball program, overseeing player development, team preparation, and day-to-day coaching operations.
- Develop and implement practice plans focused on skill development, game strategy, teamwork, and player accountability.
- Prepare players and coaching staff for competitive games, tournaments, and season-long objectives.
- Manage game lineups, defensive alignments, pitching strategies, and in-game adjustments.
- Recruit, evaluate, and develop student-athletes while helping prepare players for continued athletic opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with student-athletes and their families through consistent communication and mentorship.
- Establish a positive team culture centered on discipline, accountability, teamwork, character, and competitive excellence.
- Coordinate with school administration, coaching staff, parents, and athletes to ensure effective communication and program operations.
- Mentor student-athletes and promote personal, academic, and athletic growth.
Lead Generation Specialist
X-Rite
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Conducted outbound prospecting to identify and engage potential business customers.
- Generated and qualified leads through phone, email, and other outreach methods.
- Researched prospective businesses to identify opportunities and key decision-makers.
- Engaged prospects to understand business needs and determine potential product and service fit.
- Maintained accurate prospect and lead information to support sales follow-up and pipeline development.
- Collaborated with sales representatives to transition qualified leads and support the sales process.
- Built professional relationships with prospective customers through effective communication and consistent follow-up.
- Supported business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities and contributing to overall sales pipeline growth.
Account Executive / Sales
Noordyk Business Equipment
Byron Center, MI
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Generated new business opportunities through B2B cold calling, prospecting, and direct business-to-business outreach.
- Managed the sales process from initial contact and needs assessment through closing and ongoing customer service.
- Built and maintained long-term relationships with business clients through consistent communication and follow-up.
- Identified customer needs and recommended products and solutions designed to meet their business requirements.
- Conducted presentations and product discussions with prospective and existing customers.
- Utilized relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills to move prospects through the sales process.
- Provided ongoing customer support to ensure a high level of satisfaction and strengthen long-term business relationships.
Psychiatric Technician
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Byron Center, MI
10.2019 - 08.2025
- Provided direct support and monitoring to patients in a behavioral health setting.
- Conducted regular one-on-one patient check-ins and monitored patient safety.
- Facilitated and documented patient goals and group therapy activities.
- Communicated patient observations and relevant information to nurses, clinicians, and other members of the treatment team.
- Supported a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to support individualized patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and activities.
- Responded professionally to challenging situations while maintaining patient safety and dignity.
- Built effective working relationships with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Head Junior Varsity Baseball Coach
Grandville Calvin Christian
Grandville, MI
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Led and developed freshman and sophomore high school athletes through structured practices and competitive games.
- Provided instruction in baseball fundamentals, strategy, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Developed game lineups and coordinated practices and game schedules.
- Communicated effectively with players, parents, coaching staff, and school personnel.
- Created a positive team environment focused on player development, accountability, and teamwork.
- Mentored student-athletes while promoting personal, academic, and athletic growth.
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Calvin Christian School
Grandville, MI
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Assisted with varsity baseball practices, player development, and game preparation.
- Supported athletes in developing technical skills, teamwork, discipline, and game knowledge.
- Helped create a positive and competitive team environment.
Childcare Assistant
Grandville Christian School
Grandville, MI
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted with child check-in and check-out procedures while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
- Supervised children and supported daily routines, including meals, rest periods, and personal hygiene.
- Organized and participated in educational and recreational activities.
- Assisted children with homework and school assignments.
- Led age-appropriate activities including reading, painting, drawing, crafts, music, and games.
- Prepared and served meals and refreshments while following appropriate safety and sanitation procedures.
- Maintained clean, organized, and sanitary classrooms and activity areas.
Sales Associate
Gap Factory
Byron Center, MI
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided personalized customer service by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate products.
- Worked toward monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
- Proactively engaged customers and utilized upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Maintained strong product knowledge and communicated available options and features to customers.
- Processed merchandise returns and assisted customers with questions and concerns.
- Maintained organized, stocked, and visually appealing sales areas.
- Collaborated with team members to provide an exceptional customer experience.
Education
Associate Degree - Health Science
Muskegon Community College
01-2021
High School Diploma -
Calvin Christian High School
Grandville, MI01-2019
Skills
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Program Management
- B2B Sales
- Lead Generation
- Business Development
- Cold Calling & Prospecting
- Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Sales Pipeline Development
- Communication & Negotiation
- Recruiting & Talent Development
- Player Development
- Event & Schedule Coordination
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
Personal Information
- Availability: Willing to relocate to Grand Rapids, MI or Byron Center, MI
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Core Skills
Spanish & English
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Director of Baseball Operations
West Michigan Tide
10.2025 - Current
Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Unity Christian High School
09.2024 - Current
Lead Generation Specialist
X-Rite
08.2024 - 10.2025
Account Executive / Sales
Noordyk Business Equipment
01.2023 - 08.2024
Head Junior Varsity Baseball Coach
Grandville Calvin Christian
03.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Calvin Christian School
01.2021 - 01.2021
Psychiatric Technician
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
10.2019 - 08.2025
Childcare Assistant
Grandville Christian School
10.2018 - 06.2019
Sales Associate
Gap Factory
07.2017 - 03.2018
Associate Degree - Health Science
Muskegon Community College
High School Diploma -
Calvin Christian High School