Zach Stroman
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Passionate world traveler from London with a Master’s in Sports Management. Strong professional background in baseball, teaching, coaching, and hospitality, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in diverse environments. Excited to leverage my experience, education, and enthusiasm to contribute to a new career opportunity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, Server, Event Catering
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten
07.2024 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends. Events such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties and more.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Charlotte Knights
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained pristine playing surfaces at Truist Field to a professional standard.
- Executed grass and dirt care including mowing, edging, and watering to ensure optimal field conditions.
- Assisted in game day preparations, ensuring all facilities and equipment were set up for player and fan safety and enjoyment.
HomeRun Derby X (2022) & London Series (2019)
Major League Baseball
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Participated in the MLB HomeRun Derby X event in London, competing alongside former MLB players. Teamed up with Adrian Gonzalez, former LA Dodgers star, working closely with him for several days leading up to the event and competing together on July 9th.
- Promoted baseball in Europe, sharing the stage with MLB legends like Nick Swisher (New York Yankees), Jonny Gomes (Boston Red Sox), and Geovany Soto (Chicago Cubs) in front of a crowd of ~10,000 fans.
- Clubhouse and Field Operations Assistant for MLB 2019 London Series between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, assisting players with personal items and supporting field maintenance in collaboration with Murray Cook, MLB Official Field & Stadium Consultant.
Bar Manager
Host Staffing
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Serving food and beverage to guests at their tables or at viewing boxes at the Royal Albert Hall in London
- Creating a pleasant atmosphere for dining and entertainment
- Communicating with colleagues to ensure a smooth evening
- Providing bar service to guests, including cash and credit services.
Special Educational Needs Assistant
Vision Teaching
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Deploying into various primary schools in London to assist children ages 4-12 years old
- Primarily working with students who suffer from a range of ADHD, dyslexia, anger issues and a history of trauma
- Assisting on tasks inside and outside of the classroom
- Providing social, academic, and emotional support as much as possible while at school
- Creating new lesson plans based on course objectives.
Baseball Player & Coach
International Baseball
04.2016 - 09.2022
- Played professional baseball in Europe with clubs including the London Mets (won multiple batting titles and national championships)
- Represented the Great Britain National Baseball team in achieving GB's best finish at a European championship tournament in over a decade
- Coached two youth baseball teams during the 2022 season, ages ranging from 5-16
- Planned and put together a youth "baseball 4 beginners" program after the season, working to promote baseball in the UK.
Education
Master of Arts - Sports Management - Leadership & Coaching
Wingate University
Wingate, NC05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA12-2019
Associate of Arts -
Waubonsee Community College
Aurora, IL05-2017
Skills
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- High pressure decision-making & conflict resolution
- Facilities management
- Team player attitude
Timeline
Bartender, Server, Event Catering
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten
07.2024 - Current
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Charlotte Knights
03.2024 - Current
Bar Manager
Host Staffing
11.2022 - 05.2023
Special Educational Needs Assistant
Vision Teaching
02.2020 - 11.2022
HomeRun Derby X (2022) & London Series (2019)
Major League Baseball
06.2019 - 07.2023
Baseball Player & Coach
International Baseball
04.2016 - 09.2022
Master of Arts - Sports Management - Leadership & Coaching
Wingate University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
St. Ambrose University
Associate of Arts -
Waubonsee Community College
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