Nick Leday
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Experienced with program management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Utilizes these skills to enhance athlete performance and ensure program success. Track record of creating positive sports environments and aligning athletic goals with institutional objectives.
Engaging Athletic Director with a background coordinating student eligibility, recruiting coaches and setting up transportation to sporting events. Passionate professional with exemplary talents in preparing the annual budget for the athletic program and ensuring that coaches adhere to all regulations, policies and laws. Offering exemplary written and verbal communication, time management and collaboration skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Referee
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
09.2022 - Current
Athletic Director
Lake Charles Ward 3 Recreation
05.2015 - Current
- Coordinate youth and adult recreational sports & activities
- Promote and advocate the benefits of Parks & Recreation
- Oversee 1000s of event attendees 25+ weekends out the year
- Solicit public input and form relationships and partnerships with local & non-local recreational leaders
- Conduct Yearly assessments of Programs & Recreational Services
- Implement cash handling practices (fee collections & petty cash)
- Assess and recommend pay levels for staff within the organization
- Develop work schedules for seasonal employees & contractors
- 2015: An Average of 2,000+ Youth & Adult Yearly Participation
- 2024: Currently have 4,500+ Youth & Adult Yearly Participation
- 2015: Oversaw 250+ Hired Staff & Volunteers
- 2024: Currently Oversee 560+ Hired Staff & Volunteers
- 2015: Served the Lake Charles MSA Population: 202, 593
- 2024: Currently Serving Lake Charles MSA Population: 276, 909
Assistant to Athletic Director
Lake Charles Ward 3 Recreation
09.2013 - 05.2015
Assistant to the Pro
Mallard Cove Golf Course
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Manage a daily schedule for hundreds of golfers
- Maintain an organized working environment and pro shop
- Help and assist with coordinating golf tournaments
- Count and maintain a cash drawer of more than $1,000 daily
- Build creditability with guests, coworkers and management
- Build relationships with guest and engage in helpful manners
Valet & Bell Attendant
Isle of Capri Casino
05.2009 - 02.2013
Education
Business Administration
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA06.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Saint Louis Catholic High School
Lake Charles, LA01.2009
Skills
- Assisted in promoting products through digital platforms and social media channels
- Facilitated effective verbal communication and delivered presentations to various audiences
- Contributed to planning processes with a focus on strategic and actionable outcomes
- Managed financial resources to optimize budget allocation
- Addressed complex challenges through analytical problem-solving techniques
- Applied critical and creative thinking to enhance project outcomes
- Guided team development by fostering leadership skills among members
- Officiated sports events for LHSAA, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules
- Created visual content through graphic design to elevate brand identity
- Served as public address announcer for events, providing clear and engaging commentary
- Captured moments through photography to document events and projects
- Produced video content to support marketing initiatives
- Performed as a musician in various settings to entertain audiences
Certification
- PA Director of the LHSAA Boys State Championships / Visit Lake Charles
- CPRE
- Louisiana Board of Ethics Certified
- Community for a Change
- 40 under 40 LHSAA top Official
- Best official in SWLA 2023
- LHSAA Recruiting of High School Officials
- LHSAA Football Referee Committee - SWLA 2025-2026
Timeline
Referee
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
09.2022 - Current
Athletic Director
Lake Charles Ward 3 Recreation
05.2015 - Current
Assistant to Athletic Director
Lake Charles Ward 3 Recreation
09.2013 - 05.2015
Assistant to the Pro
Mallard Cove Golf Course
02.2013 - 05.2015
Valet & Bell Attendant
Isle of Capri Casino
05.2009 - 02.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Saint Louis Catholic High School
Business Administration
McNeese State University