Macy Graves
Louisville
Summary
I am an exceptionally hardworking and dedicated professional with a demonstrated ability to efficiently manage and prioritize many tasks simultaneously, ensuring meticulous completion under pressure. I am aspiring to enter the dynamic world of sports, where I am driven to apply my organizational and strategic skills to develop and market the team, enhance fan engagement, or secure impactful partnerships. My commitment is to leverage data-driven insights and innovative approaches to achieve measurable success, drive revenue growth, and elevate the organization's brand presence within the competitive sports landscape.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Partnerships Season
Churchill Downs
01.2025
- Managed all aspects of contract fulfillment and vendor communication across multiple corporate partners (Woodford Reserve, Ford, Vineyard Vines, Tecovas, Wisconsin Cheese) to ensure seamless execution and compliance.
- Spearheaded the successful activation and proof of performance for 10 distinct sponsor engagements during 2025 Kentucky Derby Week including Kentucky Derby 151 and Kentucky Oaks 151, exceeding established goals.
- Facilitated and streamlined effective cross-departmental communication to align efforts, significantly improving workflow efficiency, project turnaround time, and resolving operational challenges quickly.
- Cultivated and strengthened critical relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at Churchill Downs, enhancing collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Coordinated and executed high-touch VIP hospitality programs for sponsors, including red carpet access, exclusive race viewing experiences, and private paddock tours.
- Delivered comprehensive post-event proof of performance reports, providing sponsors with measurable results and demonstrable value.
- Oversaw the complete sponsor activation lifecycle from concept to execution, ensuring brand standards were met consistently.
Intern
J Wagner Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in social media posts and content collection for Pig Beach BBQ Louisville, CORE Real Estate, Moxy Louisville, Zombie Taco, Morning Fork, and Fork & Barrel.
- Created engaging content, planned small details of activations for large events, network, and algorithms for social media posting.
- Supported event planning for Louder Than Life, Bourbon and Beyond, Hear on the River, and many more local events.
Member Service Representative
Crunch Fitness
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Welcomed members, sold memberships, conducted tours, and led informational sessions.
- Recognized as top seller in April 2023 for highest memberships and add-on packages sold.
- Engaged with 100+ guests per shift, providing 5+ tours daily.
- Proposed using Google Translate for non-English speakers, later adopted in training.
Education
B.A. - Marketing
Indiana University Southeast
05-2026
Skills
- Social Media/ Marketing Execution
- Event Planning & Production
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving
- Coachable
- Team Player
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Fitness Industry
- Creativity
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Top Sales Award April 2024
- Google Ad Certifications
- Teamwork Online: Ticket Sales & Sports Marketing Social Media
Timeline
Partnerships Season
Churchill Downs
01.2025
Intern
J Wagner Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
Member Service Representative
Crunch Fitness
01.2022 - 01.2023
B.A. - Marketing
Indiana University Southeast