Lamont Grimes Jr
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Lamont Grimes Jr., an alumnus of Robert Morris University, is a bright and talented individual with a strong work ethic. Passionate about the sports world, Lamont is determined to pursue his best interests. Alongside dedication, Lamont also possesses exceptional leadership skills, enhancing his ability to excel in any role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Leadership Trainee
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh
777 Casino Dr, Pittsburgh, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Learned new materials of the gaming industry, processes, and operational departments in the casino quickly.
- Engaged in hands-on learning through active participation in on-the-job training while regularly consulting with managers, supervisors, or coworkers.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
- Established lasting relationships with peers, leadership and customers using strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Gained valuable experience working alongside top management in slot operations, food and beverage, and marketing departments as a Leadership Trainee.
Conversion Labor
Oak View Group
Coraopolis, PA
02.2022 - Current
- Successfully organized a diverse range of events at the UPMC Events Center, including conferences, concerts, trade shows, and sporting events.
- Efficiently collaborating with teams in entertainment and concert production to ensure seamless floor transitions and offer support for various event needs.
- Ensure successful floor transitions based upon event. Entertainment and concert production. Staff events as needed as onsite staff for additional needs and services.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing conversion processes, resulting in more efficient operations and better results for clients.
Service Desk Specialist
Robert Morris University North Athletic Complex
Coraopolis, PA
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitored and controlled this student-led facility by completing daily operations in: Check-in of students, guests, and faculty members, cleanliness, and sanitation of all equipment, and superior communication with our management staff.
Concessions Supervisor
ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised and directed a team consisting of more than 50 ARAMARK employees during Pittsburgh Pirates home games
- Monitored staff performance while using proper judgment decisions to determine staff delegation
- Controlled and gathered data for inventory of food and beverage items from 1-4 concessions stands at PNC Park.
- Responsible for reporting directly to higher management at the end of each shift to ensure respectable communication, inventory, and revenue functions.
Football Equipment Manager
Robert Morris University Athletics
Coraopolis, PA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Controlled daily operations of on-field practice setups and effectively multitasked in diverse roles within the team's position groups.
- Managed all aspects of locker room operations, including laundry services, organization of practice and game-worn jerseys, and handling incoming equipment shipments.
- Responsible for on-field equipment preparation at both home and away games throughout the 2021 season with division-1 Colonials.
Ticket Operations Intern
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Processed orders, mailed internal orders, and executed customer service inquiries during game days
- Strategically developed for future events and theme-based game nights, while learning the basics of event planning within a ticketing system office
- Additional needs met to learn the basis of gameday operations for a sporting venue like Highmark Stadium, such as ticket scanning/taking and mobile ticketing ambassadors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Robert Morris University
Moon Township, PA05.2024
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership Qualities
- Positive work ethic
- Strategic planning
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Spirit of Diversity: Bow Tie Award [Spring 2024]
- This prestigious award highlights exceptional contributions to serving others, along with good academic standing, and professionalism!
- Dean's List [Fall 2023]
- Homecoming King [Fall 2023]
- Crowned royalty cemented in Robert Morris University's history as 2023’s Homecoming King!
- Awarded Excellence in Leadership [Spring 2023]
- Awarded Excellence in Leadership [Spring 2022]
Timeline
Leadership Trainee
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh
05.2024 - Current
Conversion Labor
Oak View Group
02.2022 - Current
Concessions Supervisor
ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment
02.2022 - 01.2023
Football Equipment Manager
Robert Morris University Athletics
08.2021 - 01.2022
Ticket Operations Intern
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
07.2021 - 08.2021
Service Desk Specialist
Robert Morris University North Athletic Complex
04.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Robert Morris University