Leon Clarke
Richmond,VA
Summary
Highly motivated individual offering expertise in event production with a diverse work history. Strong leader with the ability to connect with others leading to a great environment to work in.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
RMC Events
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed a portfolio of accounts ensuring client satisfaction and event success.
- Arranged scheduling for over 150 employees to work events requested by clients.
- Spearheaded over 50 large events including concerts, collegiate athletic games, and Presidential speaking campaigns.
- Oversaw payroll for staff members to make certain they get paid on a bi-weekly basis.
Facility and Events Coordinator
Bon Secours Training Center
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed training camp operations for the Washington Commanders including sponsorship and fan engagement events.
- Coordinated over 200 corporate and community events.
- Organized training field usage for City of Richmond youth sports and organizations.
ESPN X Games
Event Operations Manager
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Prepared X Games venue by developing viewing corrals surrounding competition areas for VIP members, media, and medical staff.
- Coordinated 40 skateboarding, snowboarding, BMX, moto x, skiing competitions and athlete medal presentations.
- Increased fan engagement by arranging sponsor activations
Sport Operations Graduate Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Consolidated $15,000 worth of Nike orders and returns for VCU athletic teams.
- Supervised 15 work study students during game operations for 100 home VCU athletic events and tournaments.
- Coordinated team travel for VCU athletic teams.
Education
M.Ed. - Sport Leadership
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05.2016
Skills
- Virginia State University, MR HPERD 2015 (Best Male Student in Major Award)
Timeline
Account Manager
RMC Events
09.2023 - 02.2024
Facility and Events Coordinator
Bon Secours Training Center
01.2020 - 09.2023
ESPN X Games
Event Operations Manager
07.2017 - 01.2020
Sport Operations Graduate Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2016 - 06.2017
M.Ed. - Sport Leadership
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance
Virginia State University