Katarina Yates
Summary
Motivated Business Management student at Tiffin University with a minor in Entrepreneurship and experience balancing NCAA athletics, employment, and leadership roles. Skilled in communication, organization, coaching, and business development with a passion for serving others and building meaningful relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Grafton Courtside
Grafton, Ohio
06.2026 - Current
- Founded and launched community tennis program, overseeing operations from concept to execution.
- Designed website branding and marketing materials, managing social media and participant registration.
- Planned and instructed youth tennis clinics, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, and customer communication.
Tennis Instructor
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
06.2021 - Current
- Taught tennis skills including forehands, backhands, serving, and scoring to enhance player development.
- Created engaging lesson outlines to enhance student learning. for a short amount of time.
- Coordinated with co-workers to plan, manage time, and organize group clinics effectively.
- Managed logistics for tennis tournaments, facilitating a positive experience for players., along with running them. This includes making sure everyone is checked in, providing drinks, taking group pictures, arranging them onto the correct courts, and more.
- Supported students facing economic hardships by fostering their enjoyment of tennis.
Sports Management Intern
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, Ohio
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Coordinated planning for youth sports camps, athletic events, and daily program operations to enhance participant engagement.
- Led instructional activities, streamlined event setup, and managed equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Assisted in planning and executing athletic events for student engagement.
- Coordinated logistics for sports teams, including travel and accommodations.
- Supported marketing efforts by creating promotional materials for college sports programs.
Tennis Instructor
Elyria Parks & Recreation
Elyria, Ohio
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Developed and led youth tennis programs enhancing skill development and sportsmanship.
- Coordinated with families and staff to ensure seamless program execution.
- Developed lesson plans for diverse skill levels in tennis classes.
- Instructed students on proper techniques and strategies for tennis play.
- Organized and led group drills to enhance student teamwork and coordination.
Tennis Instructor
Avon Oaks Country Club
Avon, OH
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Taught teamwork, collaboration, and hard work through tennis, fostering personal development and social skills.
- Facilitated engaging tennis activities for members at the country club.
- Managed time for lessons and group activities, ensuring guests received necessary assistance within scheduled sessions.
- Ensuring that any children that may be present are kept safe from rackets, tennis balls, and any dangers they may not be aware of.
- Advertised current and upcoming clinics to maximize participation and engagement.
Student Worker
The Exchange 1888
Tiffin, OH
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Checked packages into system and processed checkouts for students and staff.
- Work the cash register, greet guests, and be sure to make them feel welcome.
- Additionally, delivering packages to staff and athletics across campus and ensuring they get out in the system properly.
- Oversaw daily bookstore functions at Tiffin University to support student needs. thetuexchange.com
- Arranged clothing and accessories to improve product visibility and accessibility for customers.
- Pressing designs onto sweatshirts, sweatpants, t-shirts, and more.
- Created social media content and organized raffles and events to engage students.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management, Entrepreneurship
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH12-2027
Skills
- Event planning
- Customer engagement
- Content creation
- Time management
- Team building
- Effective communication
Activities
Women's Tennis, 08/25 - Present, Tiffin University
Timeline
Founder
Grafton Courtside
06.2026 - Current
Sports Management Intern
Lorain County Community College
06.2026 - 07.2026
Tennis Instructor
Elyria Parks & Recreation
05.2026 - 07.2026
Student Worker
The Exchange 1888
08.2025 - 05.2026
Tennis Instructor
Avon Oaks Country Club
02.2025 - 08.2025
Tennis Instructor
Lorain County Community College
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management, Entrepreneurship
Tiffin University