Keisha Odom
Washington,DC
Summary
I have worked at the Ward 7 Blue Bulls Youth Organization from 2001 until present as the Director of Youth Sports. While working at the W7BBYO. I became involved with the DC Department of Recreation and AAU. In addition, I have officiated DCIAA and high school basketball for 8 years. I feel I possess excellent leadership skills, dynamic interpersonal communication skills and strong mentoring ability. Equipped to support the mission of any athletic program. I am focused on cultivating hardworking and focused athletes and teams with an emphasis on teamwork and perseverance. I also have a vast knowledge of basketball rules and regulations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Ward 7 Blue Bulls Youth Organization
01.2021 - Current
- Oversee 50 - 55 Officials
- Coordinate scheduling with 3 schools
- Scheduling of officials for over 400 games
- Oversee 10 Teams
- Host Youth Gun Violence Events
- Aligned the organization's vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events
- Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization's mission
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decisionmaking
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships
Commissioner of Youth Sports
Peppermill Youth Sports Program
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Teach and Instruct youths ranging from age 5 - 18
- Organize Basketball Leagues
- Scheduling of Basketball Leagues / Officials / Score Keepers
- Director of Basketball Camps
- Teaching and Overseeing Coaches
- Scheduling Gym time
- Communication with Parents, including organizing and leading meetings.
Sports Official - Basketball
HD Woodson Senior HS
05.1992 - 04.1999
- Oversee the integrity of the game
- Enforce the rules and maintain order
- Communicate with coaches and players in a professional manner
- Ensure player safety
- Monitor fan behavior in a positive manner
- Work closely with scorers, timekeepers and school administrator's
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Howard University
Washington, DC2011
Skills
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Sports medicine knowledge
- Basketball Instructor
- NCAA Division I, II, III and VHSL Rules knowledge
- Fast learner
- Coached Ward 7 Blue Bulls coed for 2 years
- Self-motivated
- Energetic personality
- Camp Director
- Strength coaching
- Dedicated
- Personable and friendly
- Activist is the Community
- Stop Gun Violence Advocate In Washington, DC
Accomplishments
- Coached and developed Ward 7 Blue Bulls Youth Organization and City Life Raptors Youth Organization
- Led 4 different teams to the Spring Championships
- Certified Coach through USA football
- 4 different teams - Fall State Championships
- Hosted Multiple youth gun violence events
- Hosted Community Events for the youth communities in D.C
- 2 team Ranked #10 National Rankings
Timeline
Executive Director
Ward 7 Blue Bulls Youth Organization
01.2021 - Current
Commissioner of Youth Sports
Peppermill Youth Sports Program
03.2016 - 06.2019
Sports Official - Basketball
HD Woodson Senior HS
05.1992 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Howard University
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