Matthew A. Bush
Newnan,GA
Summary
Forward-thinking team leader is skilled at client interaction, staff development, and program development. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement to efficiently meet department goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Athletic Director
Dillard University
09.2022 - Current
- Responsible for keeping media up to date and current in department( Social Media/Webpage/App)
- Conducted research and analysis of market trends to determine potential opportunities for growth.
- Collaborated across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Generated over $200k in revenue for the athletic department through media, social media, and outreach
- Reached over 150k people with theuse of media and social media
- Leader of project management for department (Facility upgrades, event planning, etc.)
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers to gain loyalty and repeat business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase customer engagement and drive revenue.
Auction Sales Associate
CarMax
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Interim Sports Information Director
Fort Valley State University
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Raised brand awareness through consistent marketing efforts and product campaign launches.
- Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.
- Coordinated press releases and handled press inquiries for Fort Valley State University.
- Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
- Designed and implemented strategic business plan objectives.
Compliance Student Assistant
Fort Valley State University
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted constructive feedback and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files, and sorting mail.
- Assisted with event planning and coordination to keep events successful and provide positive experiences for attendees.
- Prepared clear and interesting presentations and reports to promote audience understanding and retention.
- Performed data entry and database management to accurately record information and protect data from unauthorized access.
Reservation Manager
U-haul Moving And Storage
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed and closed reservation calls to increase bookings by maintaining strong knowledge of resort products, services, and facilities.
- Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
- Informed clients of essential travel information, such as travel times, transportation connections, medical, and visa requirements to facilitate quality service.
- Resolved various issues and discrepancies for customers.
- Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.
- Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations, and leading conversations to bookings.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Education
MBA - Strategic Management
University of The Southwest
Hobbs, NM07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Computer And Information Sciences
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC12.2018
High School Diploma -
East Coweta High School
Sharpsburg, GA05.2017
Skills
- Staff Development
- Administrative Support
- Active Listening
- Financial Records
- Media Relations
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Transportation and Travel
- Safety Standards
- External Communications/ Relations
- Project/ Event Management
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Collaboration
- Sound Judgment
Affiliations
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, inc.
- Youth Basketball Coach
- South Fulton Community Christian Church- Usher Board
- Boys 2 Men Mentor- Huntington Middle School
- Reaching for the Stars- Mentor
Timeline
Assistant Athletic Director
Dillard University
09.2022 - Current
Auction Sales Associate
CarMax
05.2022 - 09.2022
Interim Sports Information Director
Fort Valley State University
03.2022 - 05.2022
Reservation Manager
U-haul Moving And Storage
05.2020 - 08.2020
Compliance Student Assistant
Fort Valley State University
08.2019 - 05.2022
MBA - Strategic Management
University of The Southwest
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fort Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Computer And Information Sciences
Shaw University
High School Diploma -
East Coweta High School
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