Open To Work
Sam Incandela
Glenview,IL
Summary
Results-driven sales and business development leader with a proven track record of generating revenue, building brands, and scaling operations from the ground up. Experienced in high-value sales ($25K - $500K), client relationship management, and strategic growth initiatives. Known for driving over $1.5M in annual sales, negotiating partnerships, and creating systems that fuel long-term business success. Thrives in a competitive, relationship-driven environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Jason Heyward Baseball Academy
Chicago, IL
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Spearheaded the creation of the "Hitting Hub," developing a high-performance training concept from idea to execution, including layout, programming, and monetization.
- Drove program growth to near launch to a 100+ athletes through targeted training offerings, marketing initiatives, and community engagement.
- Led implementation of new scheduling platform to streamline operations, improve client experience, and support program growth.
- Drove revenue through facility rental sales, closing 5 partnership deals valued at $50K - $100K.
Sales Manager
Home Court Advantage
Deerfield, IL
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Generated $1.5M+ in sales within first year by selling and managing sport court projects ranging from $25K - $500K.
- Led full sales cycle: prospecting, consultation, design, pricing, closing, and project execution.
- Built relationships with homeowners, commercial clients and national partners.
- Collaborated with the APP Tour to market products and expand brand visibility.
- Delivered high-touch customer experience resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Founder & President
Diamond Dawgz Baseball
Northbrook, IL
11.2011 - 07.2022
- Grew organization from 1 team to 165+ players across multiple age groups.
- Secured sponsorship deals (including Adidas & DeMarini partnership) through negotiation and relationship building.
- Managed logistics, budgeting, and customer experience for families across teams.
- Built brand through social media, recruiting, and community engagement.
Founder & President
Diamond Instincts Academy
Northbrook, IL
11.2006 - 07.2021
- Built business from a single training cage into a 22,000 sq ft facility with 20+ employees.
- Scaled company to $1M+ annual revenue through grassroots marketing, referrals, and program expansion.
- Developed pricing models, sales strategies, and customer retention systems.
- Managed all business operations including budgeting, staffing, marketing, and partnerships.
- Established reputation that attracted youth, high school , collegiate, and professional athletes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN12.1999
Skills
- High-Ticket Sales & Closing
- Relationship Building & Client Retention
- Business Development & Growth Strategy
- Negotiation & Deal Structuring
- Marketing & Brand Development
- Operations & System Implementation
- Team Leadership & Training
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridTimeline
Director
Jason Heyward Baseball Academy
02.2024 - 02.2026
Sales Manager
Home Court Advantage
01.2022 - 12.2024
Founder & President
Diamond Dawgz Baseball
11.2011 - 07.2022
Founder & President
Diamond Instincts Academy
11.2006 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Indiana University, Bloomington
Team Captain & MVP Indiana University Baseball
After becoming a recruited walk-on at Indiana University, I played four years becoming a member of a Big Ten Tournament Championship Team, Scholastic Achievement Award Recipient, Academic All Big Ten three times and earned a scholarship and became Team Captain and MVP my senior year.