NICHOLAS HUGHES
Macomb,MI
Summary
Goal-driven Head Baseball Coach focused on achieving operational and competitive objectives through hands-on leadership, attention to detail and one-on-one mentoring of players and coaches. Talent for spotting and correcting problems early to maximize performance. Ready to bring 16 years of experience to a dynamic new position.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baseball Coach
Detroit Prospects
07.2022 - Current
- Devised successful programs to increase athlete skill, strength and agility.
- Managed team budget, documented expenditures and coordinated with volunteers and staff to push fundraising efforts.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Created and organized progressive training program for each specific position.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout season.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Offered constructive feedback to player to help reach goals.
Sales Director
Johnstone Supply
02.2013 - Current
- Hired, trained and built high-performing team of sales representatives.
- Developed key partnerships with industry-leading organizations to strengthen professional network and expand future business opportunities.
- Boosted profits through effective supervision of entire sales department.
- Solved complex problems to increase sales effectiveness and streamline business direction.
- Created innovative sales strategies through monitoring and evaluating market trends and competitive offerings.
- Researched markets and key audiences to increase profits through effective marketing and branding campaigns.
- Boosted revenue opportunities by initiating strategic sales strategies based on industry trend and competitive analysis.
Head Baseball Coach
Hitz
07.2008 - 07.2022
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program in MABF, USSSA, Perfect Game tournaments.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Created and organized progressive training program for each specific position.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout season.
- Developed plans for trips to play opposing teams.
- Managed team budget, documented expenditures and coordinated with volunteers and staff to push fundraising efforts.
Project Manager
WOW Cable
02.2005 - 02.2013
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Assistant, JV Baseball Coach
Hazel Park High School
03.2000 - 06.2006
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program in OAA league.
- Conducted 5 practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
- Created and organized progressive training program for each specific position.
Project Estimator
Continental Interiors
09.2000 - 02.2005
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
Education
No Degree - Aviation
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MISkills
- Player Conditioning
- Strategic Planning
- Discipline Oversight
- Performance Improvements
- Staff Supervision
- Role Modeling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Life Skills Development
- Goal Setting
Affiliations
MIke Rice
Timeline
Head Baseball Coach
Detroit Prospects
07.2022 - Current
Sales Director
Johnstone Supply
02.2013 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
Hitz
07.2008 - 07.2022
Project Manager
WOW Cable
02.2005 - 02.2013
Project Estimator
Continental Interiors
09.2000 - 02.2005
Assistant, JV Baseball Coach
Hazel Park High School
03.2000 - 06.2006
No Degree - Aviation
Eastern Michigan University