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Kieran Ruane

712 14th Ave. S Nashville,TN

Summary

Enthusiastic and results-driven soccer program director with extensive experience in managing youth and collegiate soccer operations. Successfully managed daily operations, coordinating large-scale events, managing budgets, and fostering team development. Adept at enhancing program efficiency, optimizing resource allocation, and maintaining high coaching standards. Strong communicator with a talent for building relationships with stakeholders, including parents, athletes, staff, and local organizations. Committed to promoting a positive and collaborative environment while driving program success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Director

Nashville United Soccer Academy
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations, including scheduling, staff communication, and budget maintenance
  • Managed administrative duties, ensuring smooth communication among parents, athletes, and staff
  • Coordinated events, collaborating with local organizations to secure facilities
  • Oversaw budget and expenditures, optimizing resource allocation
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised coaches, maintaining high coaching standards
  • Planned and executed practice sessions, games, and tournaments
  • Developed and distributed newsletters, social media updates, and promotional materials

Assistant Manager of Soccer Operations

TOCA Football
07.2021 - 03.2024
  • Managed a staff of full-time and part-time soccer trainers, overseeing their development, creating schedules, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a positive culture
  • Managed booking schedules for 500-600 training sessions per month, resolving scheduling conflicts and ensuring efficient use of facilities
  • Assisted in client relations, including scheduling meetings, coordinating sales details, and managing client communications
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss performance, training expectations, program updates, and recent technology
  • Created and executed onboarding processes for new trainers

Head Assistant Coach

St. Norbert College Men's Soccer
07.2018 - 04.2021
  • Assisted in running a top Division III soccer program, including planning training sessions, game management, scouting, recruiting, social media marketing, travel logistics, and camp organization
  • Managed team operations, including travel and lodging arrangements, meal scheduling, and remote training sessions
  • Ran social media accounts to increase engagement among team members, students, and the community
  • Implemented a new film study process, creating detailed analysis packages for classroom sessions

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Secondary Education, History

St. Norbert College
De Pere, WI
05.2018

Operative Skills

  • Proven ability to manage schedules, handle correspondence, and maintain organized records.
  • Experienced in planning and executing sporting events, managing all related logistics.
  • Skilled in budgeting, expense management, and inventory oversight.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience in creating newsletters and managing social media content.
  • Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), with a quick aptitude for learning new software.
  • Experienced in Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and other graphic design tools.

Timeline

Program Director

Nashville United Soccer Academy
03.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager of Soccer Operations

TOCA Football
07.2021 - 03.2024

Head Assistant Coach

St. Norbert College Men's Soccer
07.2018 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Secondary Education, History

St. Norbert College
Kieran Ruane