Kizito M. Katende
Canton,MI
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented aspiring sports management professional with hands-on experience in team operations, event coordination, and brand promotion. Skilled in building strong relationships, driving engagement through creative strategies, and maintaining high morale in competitive settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Crowd Manager
Ilitch Sports and Entertainment
Detroit, USA
05.2024 - Current
- Skilled in identifying potential security threats and implementing proactive measures to ensure safety and compliance.
- Maintains vigilance and quick decision-making in high-pressure environments to respond effectively to incidents.
- Experienced in de-escalating tense situations and handling disputes with professionalism and tact.
- Trained in responding to emergencies, including medical situations, evacuations, and security breaches, ensuring swift and effective action.
- Adept at clear, concise communication with team members, supervisors, and law enforcement, and preparing accurate incident reports.
Team Manager
AFC Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, USA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in structuring and executing effective practices for both men's and women's teams, ensuring smooth operations and high engagement.
- Supported coaches in managing gameday logistics, including travel arrangements and meal planning, demonstrating organizational and multitasking skills.
- Contributed to merchandise sales during home games and enhanced team branding by collaborating on creative social media post ideas.
- Maintained high energy and optimism during challenging points in the season, fostering a positive team environment and boosting morale.
Shipper
Superior Text
Ypsilanti, USA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Executed thorough restoration of secondhand textbooks for sale.
- Dispatched shipments safely and promptly to ensure timely delivery.
- Handled the preparation of major orders for educational institutions needing refurbished books.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12-2025
Skills
- Teamwork
- Event Management
- Relationship Building
- Motivation
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Public Speaking
Volunteering
- Vacation Bible School, Canton, MI, Team Leader, 06/2018 - Current
Directed and mentored groups of elementary-aged children, fostering engagement and teamwork during Vacation Bible School activities.
- The W Food Pantry, Detroit, MI, Volunteer, 08/2021 - 12/2021
Prepared carts of food and served them to those in need
Timeline
Crowd Manager
Ilitch Sports and Entertainment
05.2024 - Current
Team Manager
AFC Ann Arbor
05.2023 - 08.2023
Shipper
Superior Text
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Wayne State University
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