Jan 2023 — Present
Director, Marketing & Sponsorship Analytics
National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA)
- Design analytics dashboards and KPI frameworks evaluating engagement, event ROI, and membership trends for 22,000 members, 19 affiliates, and 2 non-profit foundations, collaborating with senior leadership on data-driven decisions.
- Spearhead integration of AI-powered data pipelines and automation, enhancing data consistency and reducing manual reporting timeframes by 50%.
- Built strategic partnerships that raised over $500K in sponsorships and in-kind contributions.
- Conceptualized and launched the McLendon Experience and Secret Summit initiatives, engaging 250+ emerging sport professionals and 100+ industry leaders.
- Own and manage the McLendon Foundation's marketing and digital presence, leveraging performance analytics and paid media to optimize reach and engagement.
- Conceptualized and developed a gamified app to enhance participant engagement during The McLendon Experience 2025.
