Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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SELECTED SPORTS EXPERIENCE
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NICK COLLING

Summary

Sports operations leader with experience across professional rugby, international competition, and collegiate athletics. Skilled in directing multimillion-dollar budgets, global travel and visa logistics, and athlete welfare initiatives. Proven record of delivering seamless team operations, advancing high-performance environments, and building strong partnerships with governing bodies, sponsors, and stakeholders. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and a people-first approach to sports management.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Team Manager

USA Rugby
02.2025 - Current
  • Lead operational planning and execution for the Men's 15s National Team, ensuring compliance with World Rugby regulations.
  • Coordinate international tours, managing flights, accommodations, visas, and ground transport for 50+ players and staff.
  • Direct kit and equipment operations, overseeing procurement, inventory, and timely distribution.
  • Monitor financial actuals and forecasts, ensuring resources are deployed efficiently.
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals.
  • Streamlined internal processes, resulting in improved project turnaround times and resource allocation.
  • Facilitated strategic planning sessions, aligning team objectives with overall organizational vision.

Director of Rugby Operations & Assistant GM

NOLA Gold Rugby
09.2023 - 06.2025
    • Delivered a 30% improvement in player satisfaction through enhanced housing, travel, and welfare programs.
    • Directed a $5.5M+ annual budget, driving cost efficiency and ensuring compliance with league regulations.
    • Revolutionized international travel and visa coordination with digital systems, reducing processing times by 40%.
    • Oversaw day-to-day team logistics, training schedules, and competition operations across a professional roster and staff.
    • Partnered with ownership and community stakeholders to align facilities, operations, and strategic initiatives.
    • Developed strategic initiatives to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
    • Led recruitment and training programs, fostering talent development within organization.

Assistant General Manager

Utah Warriors
02.2021 - 08.2023
    • Directed operations for the Collegiate Rugby Shield, generating $2M+ in annual economic impact and securing national broadcast on Fox Sports 1 (4M households).
    • Secured $100K+ in sponsorships and negotiated commercial agreements supporting event and team operations.
    • Designed team performance/operations systems that improved player availability to 85%+.
    • Coordinated pathways for U18/U23 teams, leading to 10+ player promotions to professional contracts.
    • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans that align with organizational goals.
    • Streamlined operational processes to enhance team efficiency and improve service delivery.

Education

Master of Science - Sports Management

Georgetown University
Washington DC
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Utah
Salt Lake City
12.2020

Skills

  • Team operations management
  • Global travel logistics planning
  • Budgeting & Financial Stewardship
  • Athlete support initiatives
  • Operational oversight of facilities
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Broadcast management
  • Regulatory compliance management

Accomplishments

  • Coordinated international tours across multiple continents with zero disruptions.
  • Directed $5.5M+ budgets with full compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Improved player satisfaction by 30% through upgraded housing, travel, and welfare systems.
  • Reduced visa processing times by 40% through digital coordination tools.
  • Delivered $2M+ annual economic impact through Collegiate Rugby Shield.

Timeline

Senior Team Manager

USA Rugby
02.2025 - Current

Director of Rugby Operations & Assistant GM

NOLA Gold Rugby
09.2023 - 06.2025

Assistant General Manager

Utah Warriors
02.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Sports Management

Georgetown University

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Utah

SELECTED SPORTS EXPERIENCE

• NBA Players Association: Certified as a player agent — the youngest to achieve the designation — demonstrating expertise in athlete relations, compliance, and contract processes.
• Broadcast & Media: Directed logistics and event operations for nationally televised competitions on Fox Sports 1, coordinating teams, venues, and production partners to reach 4M+ households.
• Sponsorship & Finance: Negotiated and activated sponsorships exceeding $100K, aligning partner interests with team and event platforms. Delivered $2M+ in annual economic impact through the Collegiate Rugby Shield by blending broadcast, ticketing, and sponsor revenue.
• Collegiate Athletics: Contributed to athlete development at the collegiate level, reinforcing welfare and performance standards within NCAA frameworks.

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