Michael Brooks
OVERLAND PARK,United States
Summary
Experienced leader with a proven track record of success in growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management, and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies. Committed to staying informed about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE)
06.2016 - 09.2024
- Founder of the first and largest collegiate varsity esports association in North America
- Grew membership of colleges and universities from six to 296 member colleges and universities.
- Led the creation of NACE Starleague, the largest collegiate esports league in the world with over 700 colleges and universities participating.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize revenue.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Established a joint partnership between the NAIA and NCAA on officials education, evaluation, payment and insurance
- This partnership was the first of its type in collegiate athletics
- Established the first Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) in collegiate athletics in partnership with TIAA and Two West.
Manager of Development and Corporate Sponsorships
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Personal book of business grew total departmental revenue by over 300%.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Baker University
12.2015
Bachelor of Science, Finance - undefined
University of Kansas
06.2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Budgets
- Project Management
- Sales
- Marketing
- Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Multitasking
- Dynamic
- Organized
- Leadership
- Strategic Partnerships
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Data Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Event Management
- Contract Management
- Case Management
- Human Resources
Affiliations
- Board Member: Kansas City Esports Coalition (06/2018 - 2023)
- Adjunct Professor: Sports Management Worldwide (03/2021-06/2023)
- Advisory Board Member: XLIVE, Inc. (08/2018 - 07/2020)
- Constellation Member: LA Dodgers Accelerator (06/2016 - 12/2018)
Timeline
Executive Director
National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE)
06.2016 - 09.2024
Director of Strategic Partnerships
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
08.2014 - 06.2019
Manager of Development and Corporate Sponsorships
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
04.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Baker University
Bachelor of Science, Finance - undefined
University of Kansas
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