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RAYMOND PITT

Durham,NC

Summary

Seasoned Managing Director and Sports Coordinator with a proven track record at CHECKMATE SPORTS, adept in workshop facilitation and staff supervision. Leveraged marketing expertise and team management skills to drive revenue growth and enhance operational efficiency. Excelled in mentoring teams, achieving significant market expansion, and fostering robust stakeholder relationships. Communicative Athletic Director with experience recruiting and retaining talented staff of coaching personnel. Bilingual professional known for expanding and successfully building student-athlete programs at several top-tier universities. Skilled First-Line Supervisor of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, with background in efficiently leading teams to enhance guest experiences in leisure settings. Possess strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring smooth operation of entertainment venues. Demonstrated success in improving customer satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective communication. Fostered positive work environment, promoting team cohesion and employee morale improvement. Enthusiastic Sports Coordinator with exceptional eye for detail with knowledge of coaching and equipment maintenance. Adept at planning large-scale events and increasing overall participation. Energetic individual with a background in promoting and encouraging a solid interscholastic athletic experience for young men and women. Confident Athletic Director touting exemplary organizational skills and a bold vision that delivers excellence. Team-oriented athletic director proudly offering several years' experience overseeing the department's annual budget, recruiting valuable coaches and staff and arranging transportation for athletes. Personable professional experienced in managing student eligibility and ensuring that staff members observe all federal and state rules and regulations. Promoting effective organizational and communication skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Coordinator

CHECKMATE SPORTS
ATLANTA , GA
05.2020 - Current
  • Analyzed campaign performance data to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
  • Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of customers' contact information.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans to increase brand awareness and generate leads.
  • Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
  • Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
  • Created content for various digital channels, including the website, social media, and email.
  • Established and maintained effective communications channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment on marketing initiatives.
  • Recommended policy changes to improve marketing tactics and strategies.
  • Generated leads through direct mailers or other outreach methods like cold calling or emails.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain the most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
  • Evaluated marketing personnel and offered constructive feedback on ways to improve.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to develop marketing strategies that align with sales objectives.
  • Negotiated contracts with media outlets for advertising and promotional activities.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors and agencies to ensure timely delivery of marketing services.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to stay ahead in the market.
  • Enhanced customer engagement through targeted loyalty programs and feedback mechanisms.
  • Coordinated marketing events to showcase product and service offerings.
  • Produced weekly reports on key performance indicators related to marketing initiatives.
  • Provided mentorship and training to junior marketing staff to develop their skills and expertise.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve the quality of products and services.
  • Placed orders for sporting goods equipment and maintained accurate records on equipment inventory.
  • Sought out opportunities to improve service levels and corrected problems.
  • Collaborated with local businesses to secure sponsorships for school teams.
  • Implemented health and safety protocols for athletes, including injury prevention and response strategies.
  • Assigned work to team members and evaluated performance against standards.
  • Managed social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter,and Instagram.
  • Educated customers on equipment and fittings.
  • Researched different coaching methods in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
  • Monitored and controlled expenses according to budgetary guidelines.
  • Monitored and reported on student-athlete academic progress and athletic performance metrics.
  • Managed the development and maintenance of athletic facilities, ensuring safety and compliance standards.
  • Promoted effective professional relationships with the coaching staff and athletes by showing respect, dependability and being courteous.
  • Initiated creative ideas and kept recreation programs entertaining and refreshing.
  • Coordinated with coaches to ensure all safety protocols were followed.
  • Reviewed student grades for eligibility reasons and collected paperwork concerning annual physicals.
  • Helped recruit, hire, and train department employees.
  • Recruited new athletes by attending community events such as festivals or fairs.

Managing Director

Funeral Home Directory
Charlotte, NC
03.2011 - Current
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Evaluated performance management systems and devised improvements to strengthen controls and optimize results.
  • Identified potential risks associated with operations and developed mitigation strategies.
  • Formulated strategic vision to drive mission and goals while stimulating revenue, profitability and growth.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Created strategies for increasing revenue streams by leveraging existing customer relationships.
  • Contributed to professional development of client staff through effective training and mentorship.
  • Increased efficiency, effectiveness and profitability by managing team productivity, costs and budgets.
  • Managed external communications such as press releases, media interviews.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Organized marketing campaigns to promote new products and services offered by the company.
  • Evaluated staffing needs based on organizational goals and objectives; recruited personnel accordingly.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
  • Coordinated with senior leadership teams to develop long-term growth plans for the organization.
  • Analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for expanding market share.
  • Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Broke down strategic problems and analysis to provide insights and recommendations.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
05-2009

Skills

  • Workshop facilitation
  • Staff supervision
  • Marketing
  • Coaching experience
  • Team management
  • Recruitment strategies

Timeline

Sports Coordinator

CHECKMATE SPORTS
05.2020 - Current

Managing Director

Funeral Home Directory
03.2011 - Current

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Norfolk State University
RAYMOND PITT