DR. SARAH SOLOMON
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven executive with a Doctorate in Sport Management and over 30 years of comprehensive experience in the volleyball industry, combined with decades of expertise in leadership and management roles. Proven track record in leadership, strategy development, and driving organizational culture. Adept at fostering high-performance teams, building impactful partnerships, and navigating the complexities of sports management. A strategic visionary with a deep understanding of the volleyball ecosystem, and passionate about shaping the future of the sport at the highest levels.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Instruct Masters-level and upper-division courses both face-to-face and online
- Developed engaging course curriculum using Social Constructivism Pedagogy to enhance student engagement
- Prepared syllabi, instructional materials, and developed online platforms to guide student learning
- Facilitated student learning through engaging lectures, live Q&A with guest speakers, and discussions
- Evaluated student progress through grading, oral and written communication
- Mentored students during designated office hours, offering academic and career guidance
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance program direction and organizational relevance
Founder/Director
First Love Sports
Trabuco Canyon, CA
05.2015 - Current
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive business plan for organizational success
- Assembled and led an executive team for operations and leadership
- Defined the company’s vision, aligning efforts to serve athletes and the sports industry
- Secured funding opportunities through marketing, grant writing, and sponsorship proposals
- Fostered strategic relationships between the board and the company to promote organizational interests
- Established sustainable processes and systems for business growth
- Marketed the brand through business networks and online engagement in the sports community
Academic Researcher
Concordia University
Remote
02.2015 - 12.2024
- Conducted research on the professional sports market, focusing on women’s volleyball
- Analyzed barriers in the sport industry, comparing empirically founded theories
- Developed real-time applicable strategies based on research findings
- Produced in-depth written reports with comprehensive analyses on various sports-related topics
- Used data entry, database, and word processing programs to track activities and results
- Organized, coded, and entered data into statistical software programs.
Executive Assistant
Business Rescues Limited
Remote
04.2017 - 06.2023
- Implemented departmental policies, goals, and procedures in collaboration with board members and staff
- Managed administrative activities related to product/services delivery
- Analyzed financial reports and performance data to measure productivity and outcomes
- Coordinated staff schedules and assigned duties
- Directed departmental activities, ensuring smooth production, pricing, and distribution processes
- Promoted the company globally through sales proposals and partnerships with international organizations
- Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
- Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
- Wrote and distributed executive meeting agendas and minutes to department heads and executive team members.
Partnership Manager
Positive Coaching Alliance
Irvine, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
Inflight Manager
Hawaiian Airlines
Honolulu, HI
01.2011 - 01.2015
Volleyball Director/Coach
01.2003 - 01.2015
Store Manager
Honolulu, HI
01.2007 - 01.2011
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Sport Management and Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
12.2024
Master of Science (M.S.) - Coaching and Exercise Science
Concordia University Irvine
07.2019
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Coaching and Athletic Administration
Concordia University Irvine
07.2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Fashion Design and Merchandising
University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI05.2008
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Schedule Management
- Information Technology Application
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Developing Presentations and Reports
- Market Planning and Execution
- Cultural Awareness
- Critical Thinking / Problem Solving
- Global Intellectual Fluency
- Team Leadership
- Computer Proficiency
- Administrative Writing
- Project management
- Research leadership
- Team leadership
- Interpersonal relations
Certification
- HR Generalist
- Athletic Director Conference
Accomplishments
- AVCA All American: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Women's Volleyball, 2006
- WAC Champion: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Women's Volleyball, 2005, 2006
- WAC All Star Team/WAC 1st Team: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Women's Volleyball, 2005, 2006
- PAC-10 1st Team: University of Oregon, Women's Volleyball, 2003, 2004
- Freshman of the Year: University of Oregon, Women's Volleyball, 2003
- Player of the Year: Big Island Interscholastic Federation, Girls Varsity Volleyball, 2002
Timeline
Professor
Concordia University Irvine
06.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant
Business Rescues Limited
04.2017 - 06.2023
Founder/Director
First Love Sports
05.2015 - Current
Academic Researcher
Concordia University
02.2015 - 12.2024
Partnership Manager
Positive Coaching Alliance
01.2015 - 01.2017
Inflight Manager
Hawaiian Airlines
01.2011 - 01.2015
Store Manager
01.2007 - 01.2011
Volleyball Director/Coach
01.2003 - 01.2015
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Sport Management and Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Science (M.S.) - Coaching and Exercise Science
Concordia University Irvine
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Coaching and Athletic Administration
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Fashion Design and Merchandising
University of Hawaii
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