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Tracey Mays Stehlik

Fayetteville,AR

Summary

Astute and committed strategist with an extensive track record in compliance and organizational structure. Skilled and experienced relationship builder and trusted advisor within all phases of college athletics with 24 years in progressive roles with a Division I and SEC institution. Refined relationship-building skills and experience working collaboratively with coaches, staff, ticketholders and fans. Adept at handling several athletic and promotional events simultaneously along with forecasting trends.

Professional with robust background in athletics administration, prepared for leadership in high-performance environments. Expertise in team collaboration, strategic planning, and operational management, ensuring effective outcomes and adaptability to changing needs. Strong skills in program development, budget management, and stakeholder engagement, consistently driving positive results. Reliable and goal-oriented, focused on fostering collaborative and results-driven culture.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Athletic Director

University of Arkansas
01.2009 - 07.2025
  • Member of the athletic department senior staff and the sport administrator’s group. Responsible for the oversight of all areas of NCAA and SEC compliance and a leader in the on-going compliance legislation and educational efforts for the department.
  • Increased profit $5 million amid tough economic pressures.
  • Reduced absenteeism 47% and turnover 35% with strategies to recruit, train, and retain high-quality employees.
  • Implemented next-generation POS technology.
  • Reduced annual purchasing costs 3.5%.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance athletic program visibility and community engagement.

Senior Associate Athletic Director

University of Arkansas
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Opportunity to engage in all aspects of a Division I athletic program during a time when only three Division I institutions had separate men’s and women’s programs. Involved with day-to-day operations and long range planning, along with conference and national topics.
  • Developed experience in working and building a staff as both a coach and athletic administrator
  • Strong familiarity with NCAA regulations and rules
  • Involved in the recruiting and evaluation of coaches and other athletic staff
  • Managed multiple projects and engaged others in both NCAA and SEC Championship events
  • Good motivational and management skills
  • Engaged in strategic planning and Title IX monitoring
  • Involved in addition of women’s gymnastics and women’s softball

Education

Master of Science - Athletic Administration

University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
01.1985

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama

Skills

  • Strong NCAA Division athletic program management experience
  • Excellent ability to work and interact well with a varied multicultural student population
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • High ability to prioritize tasks and direct multiple projects
  • Exceptional familiarity with NCAA operating regulations and compliance rules
  • Employee training and development
  • Facility management

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Named Senior Associate AD in 2004
  • Named Associate AD in 2003
  • Named Assistant AD in 1996
  • Meet director for NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships for five years
  • 24-year proven leader in athletic administration at a Division I and SEC institution
  • Representative at Senior Woman Administrator meetings for the Southeastern Conference

Timeline

Associate Athletic Director

University of Arkansas
01.2009 - 07.2025

Senior Associate Athletic Director

University of Arkansas
01.2004 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Master of Science - Athletic Administration

University of Kansas

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