Matthew Beck
Cleveland
Summary
Dynamic Race Manager at Hermes Sports & Events with proven expertise in event planning and volunteer coordination. Successfully enhanced race execution and participant satisfaction through effective communication and logistics management. Skilled in marketing strategy and relationship building, I thrive in fast-paced environments, driving community engagement and fostering partnerships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Race Manager
Hermes Sports & Events
Cleveland
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw Hermes' share of 100+ road races throughout the Northeast Ohio area, planning and executing each race including logistics, race course, location, volunteer management, timing, and course setup. Trained in MyLaps timing equipment to provide accurate race times on our results website. Communicated effectively with race contacts to ensure each race met their standards and expectations.
- Organized race logistics including course layout and volunteer coordination.
- Managed vendor relationships for supplies and services during events.
- Developed safety protocols to ensure participant well-being during races.
Consulting and Marketing Intern
TEAMWORK ONLINE
Cleveland
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in managing email marketing campaigns, optimizing content to enhance open and click-through rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate promotional events, ensuring execution aligned with brand exposure goals.
- Maintained job postings and descriptions for clients, ensuring accurate and updated information.
Marketing Intern/NIL Liaison
Shrunk3D
Cleveland
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Spearheaded marketing initiatives for Shrunk 3D's Neo/WKY NIL department.
- Utilized CRM software to initiate and track marketing efforts.
Represented Shrunk 3D at events, promoting products and establishing potential partnerships. - Developed a comprehensive marketing plan targeting Northeast Ohio and Western Kentucky markets.
- Created step-by-step plan with specific benchmarks and timelines.
Defined key performance indicators for measuring success. - Established connections with college athletic departments for outreach.
Designed a financial model utilizing data from 2024-2025 athletic school year.
Community Outreach Intern
LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS
Eastlake
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated community events, including volunteer activities, sponsorships, and local partnerships to enhance community engagement.
- Created and distributed promotional materials, press releases, and social media content to raise awareness of community initiatives.
- Analyzed effectiveness of community outreach programs and provided actionable suggestions for improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date database of community contacts and engagement activities.
Soccer Trainer
TOCA FOOTBALL
Bedford Heights
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Created unique training experiences using TOCA’s technologies, leading to increased player sessions and expanded client base.
- Developed instructional evaluation process for new and existing clients to track player progress against goals effectively.
- Executed a targeted plan to re-engage past clients from previous seasons, enhancing client retention.
Student Ambassador
TEAMWORK ONLINE
Cleveland
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Drove engagement to the TeamWork Online platform through in-person presentations and social media.
- Improved student engagement metrics at Baldwin Wallace University through targeted initiatives.
Express Access Ambassador
WICKET (CLEVELAND BROWNS)
Cleveland
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Assisted season ticket holders that opted into Wicket facial recognition program ensuring a quicker entrance into the game which improved overall fan experience.
- Responsible for set up and take down of equipment before and after every Browns home game.
- Oversaw the Express Access line to ensure that everything was working appropriately (i.e. technology functioning correctly and customer expectations were met).
Sports Director
WBWC THE STING (88.3 FM)
Berea
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Responsible for oversight and management of the sports department for the radio station.
- Named 2023 Intercollegiate Broadcasting System ‘Best Sports Director’.
- Produced and hosted weekly sports talk show “SportsPulse”.
- Live broadcasted Baldwin Wallace sporting events including NCAA Division III Women’s Basketball Tournament, NCAA Division III College World Series, NCAA Division III Regional Tournament, OAC Baseball Tournament, and OAC Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Matchday Ticket Operations Associate
COLUMBUS CREW
Columbus
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Set up and cleaned ticket scanners prior to fan arrival.
- Responsible for quickly troubleshooting fan ticketing issues utilizing proprietary software in addition to working with the Crew's mobile ticketing partner, Ticketmaster.
Marketing and Promotions Intern
LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS
Eastlake
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Prepared game day promotions under the direction of the Promotions Manager.
- Assisted with set-up of game day operations including placing promotional items and programs at each entrance gate.
- Provided an enthusiastic and energetic appearance to all fans during each home game.
- Responsible for execution of in-game promotions, ensuring contestants had been selected and were in-place for a seamless production.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Sports Management
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, Ohio05.2025
Skills
- Project management
- Event Planning
- Community Outreach
- Volunteer Coordination
- Client Service Industry
- Marketing Strategy
- Information Technology
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Leadership Abilities
- Team Development Catalyst
- Relationship Building
- Educated in Spanish and German
Extracurricular Activities
Baldwin Wallace University Soccer Team, Goalkeeper, 08/21-05/24, Varsity Letterman, 2024 Player’s Player of the Year Baldwin Wallace Sports Management Club, Member, 08/22-05/25 Baldwin Wallace Center for Coaching Excellence Club, Member, 08/22-05/23
Volunteer Experience
2022 NCAA Men’s Final Four, New Orleans, Louisiana, Mental Health Ambassador, Morgan’s Message and Winning Way Foundation
Accomplishments
2023 Best Sports Director, Intercollegiate Broadcasting System
Certification
FCC 3rd Class Radio Telephone Operators License
Timeline
Race Manager
Hermes Sports & Events
10.2025 - Current
Marketing Intern/NIL Liaison
Shrunk3D
06.2025 - 10.2025
Consulting and Marketing Intern
TEAMWORK ONLINE
03.2025 - Current
Community Outreach Intern
LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS
10.2024 - 04.2025
Soccer Trainer
TOCA FOOTBALL
03.2024 - 03.2025
Student Ambassador
TEAMWORK ONLINE
01.2024 - 03.2025
Matchday Ticket Operations Associate
COLUMBUS CREW
03.2023 - 08.2023
Sports Director
WBWC THE STING (88.3 FM)
01.2023 - 12.2023
Express Access Ambassador
WICKET (CLEVELAND BROWNS)
08.2022 - 12.2024
Marketing and Promotions Intern
LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS
04.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Sports Management
Baldwin Wallace University