KAILEY BOYD

Results-driven leader with extensive experience in athletics administration, operations, and partnerships. Expertise in developing youth programs, managing events, and mentoring athletes. Passionate about driving growth and equity in sports with strong business acumen and strategic leadership skills.

Master of Business Administration (Finance Concentration), 2023

Bethel University, St. Paul, MN

Key Coursework: Strategic Operations, Financial Management, Business Analytics

Sports Management Graduate Certificate, 2021

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA

Key Coursework: Sports Governance and Policy, Event and Facility Management, Sports Marketing and Sponsorship, Legal Issues in Sports, Sports Finance

Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership, 2020

Bethel University, St. Paul, MN

Key Coursework: Strategic Planning and Execution, Change Management, Ethics and Leadership, Project Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship 

Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education K-12, 2016

Bethel University, St. Paul, MN

Bachelor of Arts in Health Education 5-12, 2016

Bethel University, St. Paul, MN

Key Coursework: Curriculum Design, Motor Learning and Development, Sports Psychology, Exercise Physiology, Coaching Pedagogy 

Assistant Director of Athletics, The Nightingale-Bamford School - Manhattan, NY (Summer 2023 - Current) 

• Manage operations for 12+ sports programs across K-12, ensuring coordination between facilities, coaches, and students
• Developed athletic programs for K-12 athletes, including lower school basketball and volleyball clinics for athletes grades K-5 and morning skills training for athletes in grades 6-12
• Collaborate with school leadership and external partners to advance our athletic programs
• Manage our athletic brand through social media, improving stakeholder engagement 115% in my first year

Event & Program Coordinator, SEZP - Springfield, MA (Fall 2018 - Spring 2023)

• Mentored and tracked the academic progress of over 120+ students annually, contributing to a 15% increase in graduation rates over four years
• Planned and coordinated over 20 student events and activities, including athletic events, field trips, driving a increase in student participation
• Collaborated with teachers, parents, and community partners to provide academic support for students at risk of dropping out
• Developed data-driven strategies to identify academic gaps, resulting in targeted interventions that improved student retention

Operations & Student Engagement Manager, SEZP - Springfield, MA (Fall 2021 - Fall 2022)

• Managed a portfolio of student programs, including academic counseling, athletic programs, and mental health initiatives
• Built partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits to provide additional resources for students
• Designed and implemented tracking systems to monitor student progress, which improved communication between faculty and support staff

Founding Health & Physical Education Teacher, Veritas Prep Holyoke - Holyoke, MA (Fall 2018)

• Developed and launched the school's first comprehensive physical education curriculum, aligned with state standards and tailored to the needs of over 200 students

Health & Physical Education Teacher, Ubah Medical Academy Charter School - Hopkins, MN (Fall 2016 - Spring 2018)

• Taught health and physical education to over 150 grade 9-12 students focusing on personal wellness, fitness, and teamwork
• Designed extracurricular programs that encouraged student involvement in sports, resulting in an increase in after-school activity participation for girls

Assistant Director of Operations, Springfield Ballers | Youth Programs

Springfield, MA (Spring 2023)

• Oversaw the day-to-day operations of youth sports programs, managing schedules, facility rentals, and transportation logistics
• Coordinated with community partners to launch new programs, increasing participation
• Worked closely with stakeholders, including coaches and parents, to align program offerings with community needs and secure additional funding

Events Senior Associate, Hartford Yard Goats | Minor League Baseball

Hartford, CT (Winter 2023 - Fall 2023)

• Coordinated and executed 25+ large-scale events, ensuring smooth operations from setup to teardown
• Managed budgets totaling $50,000+ for hospitality events and sponsorship activations

Events & Operations Intern, Hartford Athletic | Major League Soccer

Hartford, CT (Fall 2022)

• Supported game-day operations for home matches, managing logistics such as ticketing, staffing, and guest services
• Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced fan experience

Business Owner, Play It Smart MN

(Winter 2022 - Current)

Play It Smart MN, LLC exists to disrupt and dismantle the School-to-Prison-Pipeline and promote opportunity and equity in education by eliminating literacy gaps.

• Founded and managed a sports training and mentoring business, overseeing operations, partnerships, and marketing efforts
• Secured partnerships with local organizations and community members, resulting in free programming for at risk youth
• Led marketing campaigns through social media, resulting in over 22 sponsorships for a single event
• Managed financial aspects, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor payments
• 2023 Springfield Pride Parade Against All Odds Award Recipient

Dynamic coach with over 10 years of experience leading basketball, volleyball, and tennis programs across youth, high school, and collegiate levels. Recognized for developing athletes both on and off the court, promoting leadership skills, and building team cultures that promote growth and accountability.  Adept at mentoring players to reach their full potential, with a proven ability to create environments that prioritize both individual development and team success.

• Basketball & Volleyball Coach, Nightingale-Bamford School (2023 - Current)
• Youth Basketball Coach, Dribbl NYC Basketball (2023 - Current)
• Head Girls Basketball Coach, High School of Commerce (2020 - 2023)
• Boys & Girls Volleyball Coach, Lyceum College Prep (2022)
• AAU Girls Basketball Coach, Springfield Ballers (2020-2022)
• Freshmen Girls Basketball Coach, Coon Rapids High School (2015 - 2017)
• Boys Tennis Coach, Roosevelt Middle School (2016)
• AAU Girls Basketball Coach, Crossfire Youth Sports (2015 - 2016)
• Student Assistant Coach, Bethel University (2015 - 2016)
• Girls Volleyball Coach, Oltman Middle School (2013 - 2015)
• Coach & Camp Director, Skyhawks Youth Sports (2012-2013)

Student-Athlete College Experience

Bethel University Women's Basketball, 2011-2015

Work Experience

Direct Support Professional | Mainsl Services, 2012-2017

Student Teaching Experience
Physical Education, Grades K-5 Lakeview Elementary School

Physical Education and Health, Grades 6-8 Roosevelt Middle School

Field Experience

Roseville Area & Centennial High School | DAPE
Jackson Middle School & St. Anthony Village | Health Education

Snail Lake Elementary | Physical Education

Fridley Middle & St. Anthony Village | Physical Education
Lino Lakes Juvenile Correctional Facility | Physical Education

MLK, Jr. Charter School of Excellence Board of Trustees | Springfield, MA

Fall 2021- Current

Christian Spanish Academy | Antigua, Guatemala
Winter 2020|2022

Adult Outreach Mission Trip | Manila, Philippines | Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Fall 2015|Spring 2017|Spring 2019
Youth With A Mission Outreach | Athens, Greece

Fall 2017-Spring 2018

Spring Break College Mission Trip Leader | Magdalena, Guatemala

Spring 2016

High School Mission Trip Leader | Chichicastenango, Guatemala

Summer 2016|2018

Spring Break College Mission Trip | Magdalena, Guatemala

Spring 2015|2017

Semester Study Abroad | London, England
Spring 2014