Case study
Atlanta United FC
Program and Operations Specialist. Jan 2024 to Jun 2025.
Managing the daily engine behind a professional soccer academy. My role centered on the physical and logistical infrastructure required to develop elite athletes, ensuring that every facility, schedule, and vendor worked in harmony to support the technical staff and players.
01
Operational Backbone
Managed the day-to-day operations of the academy, ensuring that all logistics, scheduling, and facility requirements were met for players, staff, and families.
02
Inventory & Logistics
Oversaw the procurement and distribution of kit, equipment, and match-day supplies across the entire professional developmental pathway.
03
Multi-Site Staffing
Coordinated staffing for programs running across various locations, ensuring high operational standards were maintained at every site.
04
Process Design
Developed new workflows for match-day operations and vendor management, reducing administrative overhead and improving communication across departments.
On the grass
Matchday logistics coordination
Training ground management
Player and staff support services
Managing the intersection of professional football and large-scale operational discipline.
Why this matters for the role you're hiring for
Managing professional academy operations involves balancing the needs of elite athletes, coaching staff, and corporate stakeholders under tight timelines. This experience translates directly into high-growth environments where operational complexity requires a steady hand and a system-first mindset to ensure every moving part works in harmony toward a singular goal.