West Michigan Sports Commission

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Address: 171 Monroe Ave NW # 545, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8:30AM Fri Thursday8:30AM–5PMFriday8:30AM–5PMSaturdayClosedSundayClosedMonday8:30AM–5PMTuesday8:30AM–5PMWednesday8:30AM–5PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Phone: (616) 608-1850: : Website: : : Category: : Place name: : Website: http://www.westmisports.com/ Category: Non-Profit Organization Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.

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West Michigan Sports Commission Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Leah Girard Leah Girard Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Leah Girard's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Partnership Coordinator at West Michigan Whitecaps
Industry Sports
Experience
West Michigan Whitecaps  October 2014 - Present
Grand Valley State University  August 2014 - November 2014
West Michigan Whitecaps  March 2012 - October 2014
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2014 - June 2014
Grand Valley State University  May 2012 - May 2014
Grand Valley State University  September 2011 - March 2014
Grand Valley State University  August 2012 - March 2013

Skills
Sports, Snowboarding, Softball, Volleyball, Event Management, Business Management, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Marketing, Sales, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Ticket Sales, Event Planning, Management, Teamwork

Education
GVSU   2011 — 2014
Major, Sport Management, In progress

Macomb Community College   2011 — 2011
B.S. Sports Management

Kelsey Perras Kelsey Perras Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Kelsey Perras's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience June 2011 - August 2012
Job Corporate Relations and Promotions Director GVSU Athletics
Industry Sports
Experience
Grand Valley State University  February 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Griffins  August 2013 - February 2015
Grand Rapids Griffins  August 2012 - June 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   June 2011 - August 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2011 - September 2011
Boulder Creek Golf Course   April 2007 - September 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Adobe Creative Suite, Phone Skills, Website Updating, Marketing, Graphic Design, Children, Friendly Personality, Sales, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Public Relations, Sports

Education
Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sports Leadership/Management

Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sports Management

Nicholas DeVries Nicholas DeVries Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Nicholas DeVries's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience September 2013 - February 2014
Job Sales Developement Representative at HexArmor
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Kenowa Industries   August 2013 - February 2015
West Michigan Sports Commission   September 2013 - February 2014
Allendale Little League   April 2008 - July 2013
WGVU  June 2010 - June 2013
WGVU  September 2011 - May 2013
Kenowa Industries   June 2008 - August 2010

Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Advertising, Statistics, Machinery, Mathematics, Leadership, Team Leadership, Humor, Quick Thinker, Close Attention to..., Quick Witted, Machine Tools, Common Sense, Communication, Social Media, Social Skills, Switchboard, Coordinating Special..., Advertising Research, Customer Service, Social Networking, Event Planning

Education
Grand Valley State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Advertising and Public Relations

Jori Wassink Jori Wassink Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Jori Wassink's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience April 2011 - August 2011
Job Inside Sales
Industry Industrial Automation
Experience
Youngblood Automation  February 2015 - Present
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids  February 2012 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   April 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Event Management, Program Development, Project Management, Organization, Operational Efficiency, Team Leadership, Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking

Education
Western Michigan University   2009 — 2011
Master's degree, Sports Management

Calvin College   2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Physcial Education, Business

Carli Sciba Carli Sciba Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Details
Carli Sciba's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Job Customer Engagement Supervisor at 180 Medical
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
180 Medical  April 2015 - Present
180 Medical  November 2013 - Present
180 Medical  July 2012 - November 2013
Brickley Delong P.C,   November 2011 - April 2012
The Muskegon Chronicle  March 2011 - November 2011
Trinity Christian College  January 2010 - December 2010
Trinity Christian College Newspaper   August 2009 - December 2010
West Michigan Sports Commission   June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Technical Writing, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Social Media, Advertising, Management, Customer Service

Education
Trinity Christian College   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Business Communication, 3.46

Ashley Bradstreet Ashley Bradstreet Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Ashley Bradstreet's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2014 - August 2014
Job Public Relations/ Marketing Student
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Bravo! Vail Music Festival   June 2015 - August 2015
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2014 - August 2014
Ferris State University Torch   August 2013 - June 2014
Ferris State PRSSA  May 2013 - September 2013

Skills
Writing, Media Relations, InDesign, Social Media, AP Style, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Editing, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Research, Public Relations, Press Releases

Education
Ferris State University   2012 — 2015
BS of Business, Public Relations

Abigail Sacco Abigail Sacco Howell, Michigan Details
Abigail Sacco's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience April 2011 - August 2011
Job Seeking a Programming, Event Management Position
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
YMCA  January 2012 - Present
YMCA  2012 - 2013
YMCA  2012 - 2013
YMCA  2012 - 2013
YMCA  2011 - 2012
YMCA  2011 - 2012
YMCA  2011 - 2012
YMCA  2009 - 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   April 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Program Management, Leadership, Social Media, Event Management

Education
Grand Valley State University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Movement Science, Physical Education/Sports Leadership Empthasis

Jamie Schlagel Jamie Schlagel Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Jamie Schlagel's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience July 2014 - Present
Job National Sales Manager
Industry Sports
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   July 2014 - Present
Grand Valley State University  May 2011 - July 2014
Upper Iowa University  January 2010 - May 2011

Skills
Event Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sports, Higher Education, Sports Management, Time Management, Sports Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Social Media

Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato   2007 — 2009
M.S. Physical Education, Sport Management

St. Cloud State University   2002 — 2006
B.S. Recreation and Sport Management, Sport Management

Dennis Gamble, MBA Dennis Gamble, MBA Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Dennis Gamble, MBA's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience December 2010 - July 2011
Job Social Media Coordinator at SpartanNash
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
SpartanNash  December 2014 - Present
Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana  October 2013 - December 2014
University of Sioux Falls  July 2011 - July 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   December 2010 - July 2011
Grand Valley State University Athletic Department   May 2010 - January 2011
Grand Valley State University  September 2006 - December 2010
Global Green Environments   April 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Sports Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Blogging, Marketing, Sports Management, Facebook, Google+, Tumblr, Sports, Prezi, Event Planning, iMovie, Constant Contact, Brand Development, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Financial Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Generating Revenue, SEO, Google Analytics, Community Development, Twitter, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Relations, Customer Engagement, Project Management, Critical Thinking, Creative Problem Solving, Strategic Communications, Market Research, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship Relations, Sponsorship Program...

Education
University of Sioux Falls   2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing Management

Grand Valley State University   2006 — 2011
Bachelors, Sports Managment/ Business

Evert Geerlings Evert Geerlings Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Evert Geerlings's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience July 2013 - December 2013
Job Media Relations Seasonal Assistant New York Jets
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
New York Jets  July 2015 - Present
Grandville Public Schools  October 2013 - Present
National Football League  January 2015 - February 2015
Detroit Lions  June 2014 - January 2015
Grand Rapids Griffins  September 2013 - June 2014
West Michigan Sports Commission   July 2013 - December 2013
Railside Golf  April 2009 - November 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Sports Marketing, Public Relations, Sports, Press Releases, Market Research, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Communication, Highly Dedicated, Highly motivated..., Event Marketing Strategy, Sports Coaching, Marketing Event Planning, Facebook, Relationship Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Coaching, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Time Management, Respect, Creativity, Social Media, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Professional, Adobe Design Programs

Education
Calvin College   2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing

Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2010

Sam Wohlfeil Sam Wohlfeil Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Sam Wohlfeil's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2015 - September 2015
Job Currently seeking fulltime opportunities in the Indianapolis area in sports, events and marketing.
Industry Sports
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2015 - September 2015
Ferris State University  August 2013 - May 2015
Grand Rapids Symphony  June 2013 - August 2013
Ferris State University  August 2012 - May 2013
Gordon Food Service  May 2010 - January 2012

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Music, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Music Theory, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing

Education
Ferris State University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Music Industry Management

Ferris State University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing: Sports Concentration

Melissa Brink Melissa Brink Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Melissa Brink's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2015 - June 2015
Job Marketing and Event Operations
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2015 - June 2015
Grand Rapids Drive  November 2014 - April 2015
John Dykstra Photography   2008 - 2013

Skills
Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Research, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Social Networking, Advertising, InDesign, Illustrator

Education
Grand Valley State University   2013 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Advertising and Public Relations

Grand Valley State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Economics

Julie Shields Julie Shields Midland, Michigan Details
Julie Shields's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience April 2015 - July 2015
Job Athlete Village Coordinator with the Meijer State Games
Industry Sports
Experience
Charming Charlie  April 2015 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   April 2015 - July 2015
Saginaw Spirit  August 2014 - April 2015
Rubenstein Research Organization   October 2013 - April 2014
Force Football Club   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Management, Project Coordination, Team Leadership, Hardwork, Microsoft Technologies, Team Management, Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel

Education
Northwood University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Entertainment, Sports, and Promotional Management

Blake DeVries Blake DeVries Wayland, Michigan Details
Blake DeVries's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2015 - August 2015
Job Student Assistant Coach at Jenison Varsity Hockey
Industry Construction
Experience
Jenison Varsity Hockey Team   July 2015 - Present
Permoda Air Temperature Specialties   April 2010 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2015 - August 2015
Grand Valley State University  August 2012 - May 2015

Skills
Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Word, Contractors, Negotiation, Renovation, Account Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Invoicing, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Accounting, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Time Management, Teamwork

Education
Grand Valley State University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting

Brian VanWagoner Brian VanWagoner Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Brian VanWagoner's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2010 - September 2010
Job Bulk Customer Rep, Sales at PepsiCo
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
PepsiCo  October 2014 - Present
Baudville  January 2014 - September 2014
Applebee's  October 2006 - September 2014
West Michigan Whitecaps  January 2013 - August 2013
Northview Public Schools  September 2012 - December 2012
Professional Education Services Group  October 2011 - December 2012
Grand Rapids Public Schools  October 2010 - July 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Ticket Sales, Building Relationships, Event Management, Game Day Operations, Sports Management, Community Outreach, Community Support, Administartion, Communication, First Aid, Cpr Certified, Scheduling, Process Scheduler, Coaching, Recruiting

Education
Liberty University   2011 — 2012
Master of Science in Sport Management, Sport Administration Specialization

Grand Valley State University   2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, Emphasis Sport Leadership, Concentration Sport Management

Grand Rapids Community College   2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts

Mirza Causevic Mirza Causevic Greater Chicago Area Details
Mirza Causevic's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience August 2011 - December 2011
Job Account Manager at CDWG Healthcare
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
CDW  June 2012 - Present
Sports Monster  June 2012 - June 2014
Windy City Fieldhouse  January 2012 - June 2012
Blue Cap Entertainment   June 2008 - February 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   August 2011 - December 2011
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids  May 2011 - November 2011
West Michigan Sports Commission   June 2011 - July 2011
Crowne Plaza  2010 - 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Sports, Event Management, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Managing Accounts, Healthcare Consulting, Cold Calling, Account Management, Sales, Sales Growth, Healthcare, Solution Selling, Management, Social Media, Time Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Marketing, Recruiting, Social Media Marketing

Education
Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2011
Physical Education, Sports Management

Brooke Saip-Ley Brooke Saip-Ley Frisco, Texas Details
Brooke Saip-Ley's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience August 2012 - November 2012
Job Recreation Specialist II at Allen Community Ice Rink
Industry Sports
Experience
Allen Community Ice Rink   July 2014 - Present
YMCA  July 2014 - Present
YMCA  February 2014 - July 2014
Target  October 2013 - January 2014
West Michigan Whitecaps  March 2013 - September 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   August 2012 - November 2012
Davenport University  May 2011 - August 2012
Davenport University Student Center   May 2011 - August 2012
Kentwood Ice Arena   November 2009 - February 2011

Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Sports, Process Scheduler, Newsletters, Sponsorship, InDesign, Press Releases, Leadership, Customer Service, Event Planning, Sales, Event Management

Education
Davenport University   2010 — 2013
Sports Management, Management

Jordan Rademacher Jordan Rademacher Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Jordan Rademacher's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Assistant to Arborist at GVSU Facilities
Industry Sports
Experience
GVSU Facilities   April 2012 - Present
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
MC Sports  2014 - 2015
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2014 - May 2014
Allendale High School  September 2013 - December 2013

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Sports, Sports Management, Facebook, Event Planning, Social Media, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Cpr Certified, Fundraising, Customer Service, Public Relations, Research, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Leadership, Nonprofits

Education
Grand Valley State University   2010 — 2014
Physical Education, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Ryan Borchert Ryan Borchert Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Ryan Borchert's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Assistant Athletic and Recreation Facilities Manager and Outdoor Skills Instructor at Grand Valley State University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Grand Valley State University  August 2013 - Present
Grand Valley State University  January 2015 - April 2015
Grand Valley State University  June 2011 - May 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2012 - August 2012
Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center   October 2010 - May 2011
Calvin College  March 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Athletic Facilities, Event Planning, Event Management, Sports Management, Recreation, Customer Service, Employee Recognition, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Media, Public Speaking, Cpr Certified, Marketing, Leadership, Athletics, Coaching, Management, Training, First Aid/CPR/AED..., Coordinating Events, Guided Tours, Public Administration, Recreation Planning, Program Evaluation, Risk Management, Programming, Outdoor Education, Parks, Event Management..., Time Management, Volunteer Management, CPR Certified

Education
Grand Valley State University   2011 — 2013
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Management Emphasis

Calvin College   2007 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies Major, Biology Minor

Shelby Skinner Shelby Skinner Denver, Colorado Details
Shelby Skinner's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2013 - July 2013
Job ISA at InteliSecure
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
InteliSecure  August 2015 - Present
Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce   December 2014 - Present
Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce   December 2013 - Present
Potbelly Sandwich Works  August 2013 - December 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2013 - July 2013
GVSU Intramurals   January 2013 - April 2013
GVSU Intramurals   September 2011 - February 2013
Countryside Greenhouse  April 2011 - August 2012

Skills
Advertising, Coaching, Customer Service, Event Management, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Sports, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint

Education
Grand Valley State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sport Management

Omari Robinson Omari Robinson Dearborn, Michigan Details
Omari Robinson's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience April 2014 - August 2014
Job Director of Group and Personal Fitness at Hype Athletics
Industry Sports
Experience
Hype Athletics   September 2014 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   April 2014 - August 2014
Team 21 After School Program   March 2014 - August 2014
Heeren Brothers Produce   March 2012 - March 2014
Grand Valley State University Athletics   September 2013 - December 2013

Education
Grand Valley State University   2010 — 2015

James Dykema James Dykema Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
James Dykema's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Analyst, Center of Expertise
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Steelcase  August 2014 - Present
Steelcase  August 2014 - Present
University of Michigan  February 2012 - January 2014
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Sports, Event Planning, Facebook, Social Media, Sponsorship, Event Management, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations

Education
University of Michigan   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Sport Management

Grand Valley State University   2014 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Katy Tigchelaar Katy Tigchelaar Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Katy Tigchelaar's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience September 2012 - Present
Job Events Manager at West Michigan Sports Commission
Industry Hospitality
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   September 2012 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2009 - September 2012
Experience Grand Rapids  November 2010 - July 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Sports Marketing, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Sports Management, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Organization, Sports, Email Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Media Relations, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Corporate Events, Corporate Communications, Sponsorship Sales, Customer Service, Social Networking, Management, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Hospitality, Meeting Planning, Athletics, Newsletters, Adobe Creative Suite, Events Coordination, Sports Industry, Trade Shows, Ticket Sales, Public Speaking, Sports Writing, Time Management, Press Releases

Education
Western Michigan University   2009 — 2011
Masters, Sports Management

Calvin College   2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Physical Education, Geography & Business

Jamie Boezwinkle Jamie Boezwinkle Denver, Colorado Details
Jamie Boezwinkle's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience August 2010 - December 2010
Job Customer Care Manager Global Account Management at Level 3 Communications
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
Level 3 Communications  August 2015 - Present
Level 3 Communications  July 2013 - August 2015
Heritage College & Heritage Institute  February 2012 - June 2013
Heritage College & Heritage Institute  November 2012 - March 2013
25 Kitchen + Bar   September 2010 - February 2012
David D. Hunting YMCA  October 2010 - July 2011
West Michigan Sports Commission   August 2010 - December 2010
Meijer State Games of Michigan   April 2010 - August 2010
Echo Salon   June 2008 - January 2010

Skills
Fundraising, Public Relations, Marketing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Planning, Management, Process Refinement, Project Management

Education
Colorado State University   2015 — 2015
Certification Course, Project Management, Completed

Grand Valley State University   2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Physical Education; Sport Leadership/Sport Management

Chic University of Cosmetology   2003 — 2004
Cosmetology License, Cosmetology

Erin Lecker Erin Lecker Austin, Texas Area Details
Erin Lecker's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience June 2011 - June 2011
Job Programs Coordinator at Grand Valley State University Charter Schools Office
Industry Banking
Experience
Grand Valley State University - Charter Schools Office   June 2015 - Present
Texas Bankers Association  June 2013 - Present
Grand Valley State University, Charter Schools Office   September 2010 - May 2013
Contemporary Services Corporation  April 2013 - April 2013
Meeting Professionals International GVSU   August 2012 - April 2013
Choice Hotels International  May 2012 - September 2012
Office of Student Life, Grand Valley State University   May 2011 - September 2011
West Michigan Sports Commission   June 2011 - June 2011
West Michigan Association Bridal Show   October 2009 - February 2011
Sullivan’s Black Forest Brew Haus and Grill   May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Spanish-speaking, Meeting Planning, Prezi, Corporate Communications, Web Content Management, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Collateral Materials..., Customer Service, Time Management, Event Planning, Leadership

Education
Grand Valley State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality and Tourism Management and Spanish

Menéndez Pelayo International University

Taelor Sanders Taelor Sanders Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Taelor Sanders's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Operations Associate at SMT
Industry Sports
Experience
SMT (SportsMEDIA Technology Corp)   July 2015 - Present
Ryan Marketing Group Technologies (RMG)   May 2014 - June 2015
Ron Courser and Associates   January 2014 - May 2014
Grand Rapids Cyclones   November 2013 - March 2014
Arrowhead Golf Course  April 2012 - October 2013
Farmers Insurance  January 2013 - May 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2013 - May 2013
Maximum Athletic Performance   April 2011 - September 2011

Skills
Works well in a team, Works well individually, Quick & Eager Learner, Good Under Pressure, Hard Worker, Personal Training, Microsoft Office, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving, Multi-tasking Skills, Time Management, Goal Oriented, Administration, Highly detail oriented, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership

Education
Aquinas College   2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing

Aquinas College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Sport Management

Justin Ewald Justin Ewald Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Justin Ewald's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2010 - July 2010
Job Purple Community Coordinator I at Van Andel Institute
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Van Andel Institute  December 2013 - Present
All Saints Academy  October 2012 - Present
Susan G. Komen for the Cure  September 2010 - March 2013
Catholic Central High School  February 2010 - February 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2010 - July 2010
Tavern on Kraft   September 2004 - February 2010

Skills
Event Management, Marketing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Social Media, Budgets, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Facebook, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Leadership, Public Relations, Volunteer Management

Education
Aquinas College   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

University of Detroit Mercy   2007 — 2008

Julia Collins Julia Collins Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Julia Collins's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience September 2009 - February 2010
Job Major Market Solutions Sales Consultant at Paychex
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Paychex  September 2013 - Present
Evens Time, Inc.   January 2010 - August 2013
West Michigan Sports Commission   September 2009 - February 2010
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  January 2009 - April 2009

Skills
Marketing, Sports Marketing, Event Planning, Sports Management, Sports, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Research, Facebook, Leadership, Management, Public Speaking, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Sales Process, Cold Calling, Time Management, Lead Generation, Team Leadership, Team Building, B2B, Program Management

Education
Butler University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations and Advertising

Griffith University   2008 — 2008

Peggy Keiper Peggy Keiper Mount Pleasant, Michigan Details
Peggy Keiper's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience March 2013 - June 2014
Job Assistant Professor Entertainment, Sport & Promotion Management at Northwood University
Industry Sports
Experience
Northwood University  August 2015 - Present
Central Michigan University  July 2014 - July 2015
West Michigan Sports Commission   March 2013 - June 2014
Grand Valley State University  August 2013 - December 2013
Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau  May 2012 - March 2013
University of New Mexico  August 2011 - May 2012
NBA Development League - New Mexico Thunderbirds   August 2010 - April 2011
Lynn University  June 2009 - May 2010
Louisiana State University  August 2008 - June 2009

Skills
Event Management, Sports, Leadership, Management, Sales, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Teaching, Marketing, Higher Education, Sponsorship, Basketball, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Communications, Recruiting, Statistics, Ticket Sales, Risk Management, Analytics, Public Speaking, Event Planning

Education
The University of New Mexico   2010 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Sport Management

Lynn University   2009 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Graduate

Lakeland College   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics

Lakeland College   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing

Tri-State University   2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

Lake Michigan College   2003 — 2006
Associate of Science (A.S.), Pre-Engineering

David Allie David Allie Valparaiso, Indiana Details
David Allie's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience June 2014 - August 2014
Job Sourcing Seasonal Assistant at Cleveland Cavaliers
Industry Sports
Experience
Cleveland Cavaliers  August 2015 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   June 2014 - August 2014
Gill Staffing Temp Agency   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, QuickBooks, Team Leadership, Time Management, Organization Skills, Time & Attendance

Education
Valparaiso University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Finance Major and Sports Management Minor

Grand Rapids Community College   2013 — 2013

Darin Bouws Darin Bouws Hudsonville, Michigan Details
Darin Bouws's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Event Coordinator at West Michigan Sports Commission
Industry Higher Education
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   September 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Griffins  October 2014 - June 2015
Zeeland East High School   August 2013 - May 2014
Grand Valley State University  December 2012 - January 2014

Skills
Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Sports, Sports Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Higher Education, Social Networking, Leadership, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Administrative..., Game Day Operations

Education
Grand Valley State University   2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sport Leadership / Sport Management, Emphasis: Sport Leadership – GPA: 3.44 Minor: General Business – GPA: 3.45

Andy De Vries Andy De Vries Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Andy De Vries's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience 2008 - 2015
Job Director of Corporate Giving at Calvin College
Industry Education Management
Experience
Calvin College  May 1999 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   2008 - 2015
GR Rotary   1986 - 2015
SportsXchange   June 1996 - May 1999
Teledial America   1984 - 1996
US Signal  1983 - 1996

Skills
Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Higher Education, Leadership, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Coaching, Sales, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Social Networking, Start-ups, Management, Marketing, Time Management, Teaching, Public Relations, Event Management, Organizational..., Community Development, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Research, Editing, Entrepreneurship, Staff Development, Sports, Small Business, Annual Giving, Grants, Professional Mentoring

Education
Central Michigan University   1973 — 1980
MA, Administration

Calvin College   1965 — 1970
B.A., Psychology and Physical Education

Eric Engelbarts II Eric Engelbarts II Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Eric Engelbarts II's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience October 2007 - October 2012
Job Executive Director at Meijer State Games of Michigan
Industry Sports
Experience
Meijer State Games of Michigan   October 2012 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   October 2007 - October 2012
Alabama Sports Festival   March 2005 - September 2007
Springfield College  August 2003 - December 2004

Skills
Event Planning, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Event Management, Sports, Social Media, Marketing, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship Sales, Fundraising, Public Relations, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Trade Shows, Public Speaking, Time Management, Advertising, Sales, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Hospitality, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Microsoft Office, Brand Development, Game Day Operations, Relationship Marketing, Meeting Planning, Brand Awareness, Corporate Events

Education
Springfield College   2002 — 2004
Masters, Sport Management & Recreation

Western Illinois University   1999 — 2002
B.S., Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration

Michael Dallas Michael Dallas Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Michael Dallas's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience December 2013 - Present
Job Midwest, West Coast/Western Canada Sales at Bustin Boards
Industry Sporting Goods
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   December 2013 - Present
Bustin Boards Custom Longboards  September 2007 - Present
Natural Manufacturing   August 2011 - December 2013
Fashion Institute of Technology  October 2009 - March 2011
Tribeca Film Festival  April 2006 - April 2009
GA Davis Foodbrokers   September 2006 - November 2007

Skills
Merchandising, Action Sports, Marketing Strategy, Sports Marketing, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship, Sports Management, Social Media Marketing, Sports, Public Speaking, Social Media, Trade Shows, Advertising, Facebook, Media Relations, Public Relations, Facilitations, Social Networking, Event Management, Marketing, Customer Service, Retail

Education
Aquinas College   2002 — 2005
BA, Interpersonal Communication

Calvin College   2000 — 2002
Physical Therapy/Therapist

Larissa Karimwabo Larissa Karimwabo Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Larissa Karimwabo's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience February 2014 - August 2014
Job Sports & Entertainment Industry Professional & MBA Student
Industry Sports
Experience
West Michigan Sports Commission   February 2014 - August 2014
West Michigan Sports Commission   September 2013 - February 2014
Sports Alliance of Ontario   September 2009 - March 2013
The West Michigan Sports Commission   April 2011 - August 2011
Davenport University  October 2010 - April 2011
YMCA of Greater Toronto  April 2008 - August 2010
Telus Mobility  June 2007 - July 2010

Skills
Leadership, Sports, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Detailed Organization, Advertising, Prompt, Sponsorship, Customer Service, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Teamwork, Event Management, Marketing, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Event promotions, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Coaching

Education
Davenport University   2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Accounting

Davenport University   2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing

Davenport University   2010 — 2011
Business Administration, Sport Management

Durham College   2007 — 2010
Sport Business Management

Conestoga College   2002 — 2004
Recreation & Leisure Services

Marissa Malson Marissa Malson Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Marissa Malson's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Digital Marketing Manager at Grand Rapids Griffins
Industry Sports
Experience
Grand Rapids Griffins  September 2013 - Present
Ignite Social Media  February 2013 - September 2013
KSM Consulting, LLC   November 2012 - June 2013
ArtPrize  July 2012 - October 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2012 - April 2012
Indianapolis Colts  August 2011 - February 2012
UD Department of Languages   January 2008 - May 2011
Red Scare   April 2008 - April 2011
Global Castilla-La Mancha   June 2010 - July 2010
Great American Publishing  May 2008 - July 2008

Skills
Writing, Event Planning, Spanish, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Sports Writing, Sports Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Newsletters, Marketing

Education
University of Dayton   2007 — 2011
Dual B.A

Luke Dennett Luke Dennett Grandville, Michigan Details
Luke Dennett's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Sales Professional at Maple Hill Golf
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Maple Hill Golf   March 2013 - Present
Grand Valley State University  August 2011 - May 2013
L.E. Kaufman Golf Course   May 2012 - October 2012
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Sports Management, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Money, Communication, Dedication to..., Easy to Talk to, Fast Learner, Leadership, Retail Sales

Education
Grand Valley State University   2009 — 2013
Sports Leadership

Maria Buday Maria Buday Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Maria Buday's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience February 2015 - June 2015
Job Server at Cascade Hills Country Club
Industry Sports
Experience
Cascade Hills Country Club  March 2015 - Present
Michigan Statewide Sport Management Association   January 2015 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   February 2015 - June 2015
Grand Rapids Griffins  September 2014 - May 2015
Gourmet International   September 2013 - February 2015
Michigan Statewide Sport Management Association   August 2013 - December 2014
West Michigan Sports Commission   May 2014 - August 2014
Boyne Mountain  May 2013 - August 2013
Panera Bread  May 2012 - May 2013

Skills
Sports Management, Hospitality, Food Service, Customer Service, Event Planning, Time Management, Event Management, Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Project Planning, Teamwork, Public Speaking

Education
Aquinas College   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration/ Sport Managment

Aquinas College   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Major: Business Administration/ Sport Management Minor: Communication

Eric Brower Eric Brower Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Eric Brower's West Michigan Sports Commission Experience January 2015 - June 2015
Job Mortgage Services Intern at Lake Michigan Credit Union
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Lake Michigan Credit Union  June 2015 - Present
Calvin College  February 2014 - Present
West Michigan Sports Commission   January 2015 - June 2015
Grand Rapids Drive  November 2014 - April 2015
Cascade Hills Country Club  September 2014 - November 2014

Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Research, Customer Service, Social Media

Education
Calvin College   2012 — 2016
Business Finance/Sport Management