Katrina R Chambers
Nashville,TN
Summary
Strategic and results-driven operations executive with over 20+ years of experience in athlete development, team operations, NIL consulting, event production, and player-family engagement. Recognized for building trust across coaching staffs, athletes, and administration while leading with integrity, precision, and a people-first mindset.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Football External Relations
Tennessee State University
01.2021 - 11.2024
- Served as Director of Football External Relations supporting all external and administrative functions for Head Coach Eddie George during a championship-level tenure.
- Collaborated with multiple university departments to ensure program alignment and logistical coordination for events, appearances, and initiatives.
- Executed internal and external operational directives on behalf of the head coach including communications with athletics administration, media, alumni, and event staff.
- Key role in planning and executing fundraising campaigns, community service initiatives, speaking engagements, and media opportunities.
- Maintained direct relationships with student-athletes and their families to support community building and program culture.
- Supported the onboarding and transition of new staff, coaches, and athletes, fostering a cohesive team culture across internal and external stakeholders.
Independent Contractor
PRO-TENTIAL Management
01.2002 - Current
- Lead a boutique sports and entertainment firm providing full-scale lifestyle and brand management to professional athletes and entertainers.
- Manage appearances, bookings, sponsorship negotiations, and media relations.
- Assist clients in launching nonprofit organizations and for-profit ventures.
- Produce branded events, fundraisers, youth camps, and media activations.
- Known for a high-touch, results-driven approach and long-term client loyalty.
Co-Owner / CEO
Sugar Land Legends
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Oversaw all business operations of a semi-professional American Basketball Association (ABA) men’s basketball franchise, from budgeting and staffing to marketing and sponsorship.
- Directed game day operations, team travel, merchandise, staffing and community events.
- Built a competitive brand as one of the only franchises owned and operated by women.
- Acted as liaison between team and media/communications.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Sports Management
Liberty University
04-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Angelo State University
05-1994
Skills
- Marketing
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Team engagement
- Operations management
- Leadership and people development
- Community engagement
- Effective communicator and public speaker
- Media relations
- Brand strategy development
Timeline
Director of Football External Relations
Tennessee State University
01.2021 - 11.2024
Co-Owner / CEO
Sugar Land Legends
01.2012 - 01.2014
Independent Contractor
PRO-TENTIAL Management
01.2002 - Current
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Sports Management
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Angelo State University
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