Will Connors
Pittsford,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Gameday Intern
Playfly Sports Properties
University Park, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Assist with gameday and event operations, including setting up gameday displays, hosting hospitality events/suites, tracking in-venue signage, and capturing photos of signage and branding opportunities
- Fulfill on- and off-field/court promotions for corporate partners
- (displays, promotional handouts, contests, etc.) Provide excellent customer service to corporate partners.
Ticketing Coordinator
Penn State Athletic Department
University Park, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborating with customers, and managing ticketing booths at the Bryce Jordan Center, along with the Pegula Ice Arena
- Using Penn State ticketing databases to serve customers all different ticket options
- Sold over $1,000 worth of tickets for Men’s and Women’s hockey games, along with Men’s and Women’s Basketball.
Event Coordinator
Sports Business Conference
University Park, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Directly managed and oversaw running a 500-person conference over the course of two days
- Included in duties was booking hotels for about 50 rooms for the recruiters and speakers attending the annual conference
- Collaborated with event coordinators regarding catering for the 2-day conference; negotiated pricing, discussed ordering needs, and made selections to meet various dietary restrictions and requirements
- Managed all on-site facilities logistics, including room layout, and conference flow.
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Sports Business Club
University Park, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Communicate with alumni through LinkedIn to solicit participation in 1000-member Excel database
- Coordinate 2 alumni relations events and activities during the fall and spring semester to promote networking and increase industry exposure for members of the club.
Events and Experience Training Camp Intern
Buffalo Bills
Rochester, NY
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed 300+ friends and family member of players, coaches, and staff for the Buffalo Bills organization every day; interacted face-to-face with multiple sports agents, and high-level executives in the sports industry to provide the best customer service during body visits training camp
- Managed the fan experience for guests in the hospitality tents that were provided to corporate partners, friends and family of the organization, and club and suite ticket holders
- Helped manage the tunnel autograph zone for fans and coordinated on field entries for players’ family members.
Events and Experience Training Camp Intern
Buffalo Bills
Rochester, NY
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated fan experience for the youth autograph tent, allowing guests and visiting families to meet players and receive autographs; communicated with professional athletes to consistently staff the tent and manage traffic flow
- Directed and led set up and take down for training camp, including placement of all bike racks, snow fencing, banners, flags, interaction area, autograph tent, practice field fencing, and turf areas between 2 practice fields.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2025
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Sports knowledge
- Sponsorship Acquisition
- Ticket Sales
- Sales experience
- Event Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
Hobbies and Interests
Buffalo Bills, Football, Basketball, Golf, Country Music, Traveling Abroad
Timeline
Gameday Intern
Playfly Sports Properties
05.2024 - Current
Ticketing Coordinator
Penn State Athletic Department
01.2024 - Current
Events and Experience Training Camp Intern
Buffalo Bills
07.2023 - 08.2023
Event Coordinator
Sports Business Conference
09.2022 - Current
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Sports Business Club
09.2022 - Current
Events and Experience Training Camp Intern
Buffalo Bills
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University