Kenneth R. Brown III MA, LAT
Mesa
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Professional with 10 years of experience in cultivating partnerships across hospital systems, community organizations, and educational institutions. Proven expertise in strategic outreach and event-based fundraising, enhancing sponsorships and securing ongoing support. Strong communication skills complement a robust background in healthcare environments, facilitating effective collaboration with physicians, administrators, and boards. Committed to advancing missions of organizations such as CommonSpirit Health and Dignity Health through impactful philanthropy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTE – Sports Medicine Teacher
CUSD80 / Arizona College Prep High School
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced Sports Medicine pathways through strategic curriculum development and implementation.
- Secured funding through effective fundraising and sponsorship initiatives for the program.
- Fostered collaboration among stakeholders to align program goals and objectives effectively.
- Increased attendance and support for ACP's annual taping competition through donor engagement.
- Facilitated industry insights by establishing communication with professionals in classroom discussions.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Dignity Health / Arizona College Prep High School
08.2021 - Current
- Strengthened relationships with patients, families, and healthcare professionals across various settings.
- Elevated Field to ER event participation through strategic donor acquisitions and sponsorships.
- Educated local parents and coaches on injury prevention and overall wellness.
- Coordinated clinical efforts during COVID-19 to enhance in-hospital communication and safety.
- Identified and pursued new sponsorships to drive growth for Dignity Health.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Banner Health / ALA – Queen Creek High School
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Enhanced athlete safety by delivering gold-standard care as Head Athletic Trainer.
- Promoted injury prevention and wellness during pre-season athlete meetings.
- Achieved $3,000 budget increase for improved athletic training resources.
- Secured sanitization supplies donations during COVID-19 for athlete safety.
- Partnered with orthopedic specialists for surgical interventions and ongoing care.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Olathe Health (KU Med) / Olathe East High School
09.2015 - 07.2020
- Enhanced student-athlete performance through annual community training initiatives.
- Secured medical coverage for tournaments by implementing effective fundraising strategies.
- Oversaw daily events and practices, prioritizing student-athlete health and safety.
- Coordinated community donations and COVID-19 precautions for clinical support efforts.
- Expanded athletic training room and budget through strategic meetings with administration.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.2015
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Orthopedic evaluation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Donor stewardship
Accomplishments
- Developed a student-athlete mental health assessment questionnaire through my completion of my masters in psychology.
- Achieved getting three AEDs placed around Arizona College Prep High School to better serve the student-athlete population and enhance life-saving efforts.
- Through the use of statistics on injuries and cost-savings, was able to help bring a strength & conditioning coach on staff to foster improved efforts in injury prevention and performance enhancement
Certification
Certified Athletic Trainer (2000021640), Board of Certification
Licensed Athletic Trainer (ATR-009194), Arizona
Board of Athletic Training
BLS Instructor, American Heart Association
EMR Instructor, American Red Cross
Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms)
Arizona CTE Teacher Certification
Timeline
CTE – Sports Medicine Teacher
CUSD80 / Arizona College Prep High School
07.2022 - Current
Certified Athletic Trainer
Dignity Health / Arizona College Prep High School
08.2021 - Current
Certified Athletic Trainer
Banner Health / ALA – Queen Creek High School
07.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Athletic Trainer
Olathe Health (KU Med) / Olathe East High School
09.2015 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Kansas State University
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus