Shawn Montero

Founder | NLSports Network
Founded and lead NLSports Network, a sports media and recruiting platform that helps student-athletes gain exposure to college programs. Oversee brand development, website management, and social media presence while building connections with coaches and athletes. Manage content creation, marketing strategy, and business operations to grow athlete visibility and recruiting opportunities.

• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
• Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
• Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
• Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
• Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
• Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
• Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
• Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
• Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
• Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
• Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
• Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
• Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
• Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
• Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
• Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
• Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
• Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
• Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.

Lifeguard | Annehurst Poo
Serve as a certified lifeguard responsible for ensuring the safety of all patrons in and around the pool. Monitor swimmer activity, enforce rules, and prevent accidents through constant vigilance and quick decision-making. Trained in CPR, first aid, and emergency response, with the ability to perform rescues and administer care under pressure. Support daily pool operations by maintaining a clean, organized environment and assisting with opening/closing procedures. Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and leadership while providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere for swimmers of all ages.

• Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
• Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
• Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
• Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
• Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
• Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
• Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
• Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
• Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
• Assisted in organizing and implementing recreational activities and programs.
• Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
• Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
• Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
• Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.

Soccer Referee | Ohio South Soccer Referee Committee
Officiate competitive youth and high school soccer matches while ensuring fair play, sportsmanship, and adherence to the Laws of the Game. Make quick, confident decisions under pressure to manage game flow, resolve conflicts, and maintain player safety. Collaborate with referee crews to ensure consistency in officiating, while communicating effectively with coaches, players, and spectators. Demonstrate strong knowledge of game regulations, fitness, and professionalism as a licensed referee representing the Ohio South Soccer Referee Committee.

• Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
• Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
• Inspected sporting equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations.
• Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
• Enforced rules and regulations during games to facilitate safe and fair play.
• Maintained game play by managing player substitutions, fouls and timeouts.
• Coordinated with other referees to execute smooth and consistent games.