Vanessa Blake
Summerville
Summary
Motivated and dedicated recent graduate seeking a Graduate Assistant position to further my education while leveraging my experience as a former student-athlete. Passionate about sports operations and management, I am eager to contribute to a dynamic athletic program by assisting with administrative, operational, and team support functions while helping foster a culture of excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Player
Howard University
03.2033 - Current
- Cooperated with coaches and teammates in order to compete at a high level of basketball
- Participated in community service events in Washington DC, such as food and clothing drives
- Leveraged my basketball skills and knowledge to help at youth basketball camps while providing insight into my experiences as a college athlete
- Created a welcoming and enjoyable experience while engaging with recruits
Marketing Intern
BallinAi
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with CEO and other intern to provide a successful Go To Market strategy for company
- Researched and contacted over 100 potential clients
- Hosted interviews among staff and created social media content based on the CEO's vision for the company
SAAC Board Member, Marketing Chair
Howard University
08.2024 - Current
- Worked with other SAAC members and the Howard Athletic Department to promote engagement among all Howard sports teams and the regular student body
- Provided feedback MEAC Commissioners on improvements that could be made around MEAC competitions and NCAA policies
- Participated in team building activities with SAAC members from other universities to collaborate and network
Team Member
Howard University
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Engaged in community service events, such as cleaning schools in Washington, D.C, while collaborating with other team members
- Partner and engage with company sponsor, Bert Smith and Co., and continue to be educated and practice skills needed in the professional world
Student Athlete Mentee
Deloitte
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Engaged with Deloitte faculty and a Deloitte Mentor along with other student athletes
- Practiced networking, career building, and interviewing
- Connected with mentor after the initial experience to continue the previous practices
SAAC Member, DEI Chair
Radford University
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with other SAAC members and the Radford Athletic Department to promote change and engagement among all Radford sports teams
- Provided feedback Big South Commissioners on improvements that could be made around the Big South conference
- Attended team building and educational camp along with SAAC members from other universities to collaborate and network
Player
Radford University
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with coaches and teammates in order to reach a common goal
- Assisted in community engagement events in Radford VA such as food drives and reading to elementary school students
- Aided in youth camps at Radford University, teaching children from ages 6-17 about the game of basketball, team building, and shared my experience about being a college athlete
- Provided engaging, fulfilling and informational visits for recruits
Education
BBA - Marketing
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Networking skills
- Customer engagement
- Campaign analysis
- Project management
Affiliations
- Big South All Academic Team
- MEAC All Academic Team
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- Reformed University Fellowship
Timeline
Player
Howard University
03.2033 - Current
Marketing Intern
BallinAi
10.2024 - Current
SAAC Board Member, Marketing Chair
Howard University
08.2024 - Current
Student Athlete Mentee
Deloitte
06.2024 - 10.2024
Team Member
Howard University
08.2023 - 12.2024
SAAC Member, DEI Chair
Radford University
06.2022 - 05.2023
Player
Radford University
06.2021 - 03.2023
BBA - Marketing
Howard University
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