Bellator MMA
Marketing and Event Operations Intern
February 20223
Heavyweight World Champion Ryan Bader vs MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko
(and 13 other fights)
• Checked all sponsor signage
• Verified sponsor product placement in all key areas of the event
• Executed in-arena fan engagement opportunities
• Assisted with VIP experiences for key sponsors (tours, in-cage photos and hospitality)
• Helped sponsors develop social media content for their channels
• Distributed merchandise to key constituents (VIPs, sponsors, staff and fighters)
• Set-up / teared-down both merchandise stands
• Introduced to all facets of operating an MMA event (including broadcast and fighter operations)
• Assisted the fighter operations department with set-up / tear down
Supervisor:
Mario Hirose
U.S. Soccer Federation
Event and Fan Experience Volunteer
January 20223
• Offered a pre-match Insiders Lounge experience at the Sunset Deck
• Provided an exclusive pre-game experience to watch the USMNT and Serbia warm up from field level
• Contributed through the VIP hospitality event by scanning tickets, supplying wrist bands to guests, and providing guidance through the BMO Stadium to high-end supporters, coaches, captains, and presidents
Supervisor:
Olivia Hoelting
International Surfing Association
Event Volunteer
September 2022
2022 ISA World Surfing Games
• Worked closely with athletes to ensure their performance
• Ensured the fairness of the competition by supporting the World Anti-Doping Agency as an Athlete Chaperone.
• Improved the guest experience in the VIP area
• Provided support to the judges and production team
Supervisor:
Debbie Roa
OC Marathon
Adrenaline Junkie Talent
November 2021 & May 2022
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Event Management, Race Operations & Athlete Management for the 2021 and 2022 races
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Contributed to the organization of the Orange County Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid's Race
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Managed a portion of the racecourse and expo, including overseeing hundreds of volunteers
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Affiliated with Book That Event (BTE)
Supervisors:
Lisa Scolman
Jodi Hoose
Super Bowl
Super Bowl LVI Experience Teammate
February 2022
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Supported the organization of the Super Bowl Experience event in Los Angeles
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Applied my sports business and management skills by contributing to the value chain of the services offered to provide the best fan experience possible (from entering the stadium to the actual event, all the way to post-event engagement with the NFL and overall sports industry)
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Affiliated with APR Consulting and the NFL
