Vernard Littles
Sport Event Operations
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented professional seeking a position in the sports industry with a focus on event marketing. Brings hands-on experience in coordinating youth sports events, managing guest services, and executing hospitality initiatives for sponsorship. Passionate about creating engaging fan experiences, building brand partnerships, and contributing to the success of dynamic sports marketing teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Tennis Professional
North Atlanta Tennis Academy
09.2022 - Current
- Organize drills and match play scenarios that promote enhance performance during competitive matches
- Coordinated schedules and managed age-level participant engagement to promote teamwork and skill development in a structured environment.
Sport Manager
Windward Lake Club
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Managed daily club operations of 12 courts, including membership services, sales event logistics for sport clinics, social events,and mixers, for membership and client satisfaction.
- Planned and executed summer camp ,adult tennis programs and assisted with coordination of events
Breast Cancer Awareness which increased new comer participation and enhanced club culture. - Assisted in marketing initiatives to retain members and launch programs that drive ongoing membership growth.
Sales & Marketing Specialist / Insurance Agent
The Carroll Agency with Allstate & State Farm
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Developed multi-channel marketing campaigns promoting client acquisition and retention events.
- Built strong client relationships and managed sales pipelines, key to securing event sponsorships and partnerships.
- Oversaw lead generation and renewal processes, demonstrating proficiency in managing ongoing stakeholder communications.
Player Services & Facility Operations Team Member
2021 US Open Championships
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Gained firsthand experience managing high profile sports events operation with attention to detail and time management.
- Collaborated with USTA teams and international athletes on logistics setup, communications, practice and cross-department coordination in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic Design Chair – Marketing Conclave
Morehouse College
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Coordinated live event coverage, managed social media content scheduling, and produced post-event marketing materials to maximize audience engagement.
- Led digital branding and marketing campaigns for a major sports business conclave sponsored by top corporations.
Diversity & Inclusion + Marketing Intern
USTA Southern Section
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and launched a video campaign to promote diversity and inclusion in tennis, increasing community outreach.
- Created targeted digital content for social media and newsletters, boosting event visibility and engagement.
- Participated in strategic planning to assess and enhance marketing initiatives’ impact on regional tennis events.
Part-Time Store Manager / Sales Associate
AutoZone
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Supervised daily operations, staff, and cash handling, ensuring compliance and smooth customer experiences.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to optimize product availability—applicable to managing event merchandise and vendor coordination.
- Increased sales through personalized engagement and upselling, relevant to enhancing fan experience at events.
Education
MBA - Professional Studies in Sports Industry Management
Georgetown University
Washington, DC 05.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Morehouse Colleg
Atlanta, Georgia 05.2025 - 05.2025
Skills
Professional networking
Team development
Goal-oriented mindset
Team Training
Competition preparation
Marketing and promotion
Adaptability and flexibility
Professionalism
Affiliations
Chi Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
National Society of Leadership and Success
Adams Scholar Community Volunteer
ALTA Tennis
Certification
Digital Marketing and Science
Timeline
Digital Marketing and Science
08-2025
MBA - Professional Studies in Sports Industry Management
Georgetown University
05.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Morehouse Colleg
05.2025 - 05.2025
Electro Muscle Stimulationn
05-2025
Tennis Professional
North Atlanta Tennis Academy
09.2022 - Current
Sales & Marketing Specialist / Insurance Agent
The Carroll Agency with Allstate & State Farm
08.2021 - 09.2022
Player Services & Facility Operations Team Member
2021 US Open Championships
08.2021 - 09.2021
Sport Manager
Windward Lake Club
01.2021 - 09.2023
Diversity & Inclusion + Marketing Intern
USTA Southern Section
06.2020 - 08.2020
Graphic Design Chair – Marketing Conclave
Morehouse College
02.2020 - 03.2020
Part-Time Store Manager / Sales Associate
AutoZone
06.2019 - 01.2021
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