William Catalanello
New York,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Associate
New York City FC
New York, New York
02.2024 - Current
- Responsible for driving business-to-business sales with a focus on corporate events, client entertainment, and employee engagement outings at NYCFC matches.
- Sell and service full season membership packages; manage an active book of business of current NYCFC City Members to ensure renewals, upsells, and client satisfaction.
- Develop and execute group ticketing strategies, including creating customized experiences and discounted packages for organizations and community partners.
- Collaborate with the Ticketing & Revenue team on sales campaigns and initiatives designed to maximize attendance, generate revenue, and expand NYCFC’s corporate client base.
- Build and maintain strong business relationships through prospecting, networking, and providing matchday service.
Sales Associate
Professional Sports Publications
New York, NY
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Selling sports advertisement space on behalf of University sports departments.
- 200+ calls per day, making contact and building relationships with business owners all over the nation.
- Answer product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Review files, recordings and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
Intern
XCLUSIVE SPORTS MANAGEMENT / ONE1 CONSULTING GROUP
Sheridan, Wyo
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated meetings, schedules and other events for agents.
- Gathered information and other intelligence on various minor league baseball prospects in anticipation of the 2022 MLB Draft.
- Prepared memoranda for use by agents.
- Attended meetings, conference calls, and other events in which prospects were discussed, “pitches” and strategies developed.
- Responsible for building out a preliminarily business plan to expand agency services to the PLL (Premier Lacrosse League), including player ranking, corporate sponsorships, and merchandising.
Head Coach
MADLAX LACROSSE
McLean, V.A.
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Responsible for all aspects of coaching boys travel lacrosse team (4th grade).
- Organized and led practices, clinics and individual training sessions.
- Supervised and led the team in tournaments and events; developed game plans and strategies; oversaw tryouts, camps and other talent evaluations.
Event Organizer
DYNAMIC SPORTS LLC
Melville, N.Y.
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Prepared, organized and serviced facilities used for lacrosse tournaments sponsored and held by Team91 in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- Designed, installed and managed kiosks used for the sale of food and merchandise at tournament events.
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
Congressional Intern
UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THOMAS SUOZZI
Washington, DC
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Fielded phone calls from constituents regarding pending legislation, local concerns, and information relative to legislative agenda.
- Drafted memoranda summarizing discussions with constituents; coordinated functions and logistics.
- Wrote correspondence to constituents.
- Welcomed guests to legislative office, asking open-ended questions to identify ways to offer help.
Education
Master’s - Sports Industry Management
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA
05.2020
Skills
- Google Analytics for Beginners Certification
- HubSpot Academy Social Media Marketing Certification
Additional Information
- NCAA Divison III - Men’s Varsity Lacrosse (2016-2020)
- Baggataway Award Recipient (2020) - Exemplary Work Ethic & Enthusiasm
Timeline
Business Development Associate
New York City FC
02.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Professional Sports Publications
06.2023 - 10.2023
Intern
XCLUSIVE SPORTS MANAGEMENT / ONE1 CONSULTING GROUP
06.2022 - 08.2022
Head Coach
MADLAX LACROSSE
08.2021 - 07.2022
Congressional Intern
UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THOMAS SUOZZI
08.2019 - 12.2019
Event Organizer
DYNAMIC SPORTS LLC
01.2017 - 01.2020
Master’s - Sports Industry Management
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA