Alumni Career Profiles

Employer Name	Lake Forest College
Employer Website	http://www.lakeforest.edu/
Job Title	Assistant Athletic Director
Major and Class Year	BS Business Administration (Management) and (Marketing)-2001
Additional education	I am currently enrolled in North Park University's MBA program
Briefly describe what you do	I assist with the daily operations of a Division III college athletic department. I oversee marketing, promotions, community relations, alumni engagement/outreach and oversee the student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC).
What other jobs have you had?	Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) - Events Intern Smith College - Marketing, Promotions, and Special Events Coordinator Vassar College - Interim Assistant Director of Athletics
What are the key skills, abilities, and personal qualities necessary to succeed in this type of work?	Communication is always key, ability to see the big picture, integrity, accountability, honesty, approachable, personable, mature and able to interact with a diverse group of people and students, great organization skills, and articulate
What do you enjoy most about your current position?	Ability to work with student-athletes on a daily basis and incorporate the lessons learned in sport to their daily lives. Being a part of a team and the athletic department is a vital component of their education. I received my degree in business and I
Most important/valuable lesson or activity in college that impacted your career	Business Practicum class - Volunteering to work at the San Antonio Sports Foundation solidified my career path Women's Basketball player
What advice for someone entering this field?	Your experience is as important as an advanced degree. It is important to always be interconnected with the academic side of the institution as both parts are working together to create the whole student-athlete experience.
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