Joseph Palahunik
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Sports Management graduate and two-time collegiate ice hockey champion skilled in sports operations, marketing, and team apparel branding. Expertise in event coordination, data analysis, and fan engagement supports organizational goals. Proven record of collaboration within diverse teams under high-pressure conditions.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Joe's Custom Hockey
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
09.2025 - Current
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to identify trends and recommend enhancements to products and customer experience.
- Liaised between coaches, team leaders, and Joe's Custom Hockey to ensure clear communication and timely delivery of custom products.
- Supported marketing and branding initiatives for custom sports apparel and equipment, enhancing team presence with uniforms and personalized gear.
- Developed social media content for product launches, boosting brand visibility and fan engagement across multiple sports.
- Contributed to the product design process by providing insights on functionality, performance, and athlete needs based on competitive sports experience.
Landscaper
Country Club Gardens
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Planted and maintained flowers, shrubs, and trees, ensuring proper watering, fertilization, and overall landscape health.
- Ensured project deadlines met and maintained high-quality standards through reliable work ethic.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects in physically demanding outdoor environments, enhancing team efficiency.
- Assisted with hardscaping projects such as installing pavers, retaining walls, and garden beds.
- Demonstrated reliability and a strong work ethic by consistently meeting project deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Assisted in hardscaping projects, including paver installation, retaining wall construction, and garden bed setup.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Marketing
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 08.2021 - 05.2025
Skills
- Retail sales
- Social media management
- Data analysis
- Customer relationship management
- Product promotion
- Cashflow planning and management
- Cash flow planning and management
Accomplishments
- WVU Division II Hockey Team, 2021-2025
- Two-time ACCHL Championship, WVU Division II Hockey Team, 2023/2024
- ACCHL WVU Division II Championship Runner-Up, 2025
- ACCHL MVP Player, 2025
- ACCHL All-Star Elite Team Showcase, Vienna, Austria, 2024/2025
Internship
Capstone Internship, Joe's Custom Hockey
Timeline
Sales Representative
Joe's Custom Hockey
09.2025 - Current
Landscaper
Country Club Gardens
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Marketing
West Virginia University
08.2021 - 05.2025