Nathan Kirkpatrick

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Nathan Kirkpatrick

Academic History: Name: William Nathan Kirkpatrick Address: 3232 College Park Drive Phone: 936-273-7525 The Woodlands, TX, 77384 Email: [email protected]

Academic Degrees:

Ph.D., Emphasis: Sport Management and Policy, University of Georgia- 2012.

Dissertation:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2012). The Impact of the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Low Resource or Non-BCS Institutions as it Relates to Football and/or Men’s Basketball. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Georgia.

M.Ed., Emphasis: Sport Management and Policy, University of Georgia- 2008.

B.A., History and Secondary Education (With Georgia Teaching Certification), Covenant College- 2005.

Georgia Professional Standards Commission: Certified Teacher in Grades 6-12 for Behavioral Science, Economics, Geography, History, and Political Science (Certification ID: 694118).

Academic Positions:

Clinical Instructor of Management and Marketing, Sports Business Program Administrator, (The Woodlands, TX Campus) Department of Management and Marketing The Nelson Rusche College of Business (AACSB) Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX- (July 2018 to Present).

Adjunct Instructor, Department of Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Sport Management, and Hospitality and Tourism College of Business (AACSB) Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC- (Summer 2019).

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Assistant Professor of Sport Administration, Sport Administration Program Coordinator, Director of Sport and Recreation Ministry Minor, Samford University, Birmingham, AL. (July 2013- July 2018).

Assistant Professor of Sports Administration, Belhaven University, School of Business, Jackson, MS. (June, 2012-April 2013).

Instructor of Record, Sport Management Program, University of Georgia, Athens, GA. (2007-2008, 2009-May, 2012).

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA. (2007-2008, 2009-May, 2012).

Academic Related Work:

Covenant College, Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Sport Administration Program Peer Reviewer/ Site Visit Reviewer, Spring 2019.

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Graduate Faculty (Doctoral Dissertation Committee for Mr. Tim Sceggel), Spring 2018- Fall 2018.

Sport Industry Employment:

Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Covenant College, Lookout Mountain, Georgia, 2008-2009.

Athletic Administrator for Activities and Recruitment, Covenant College, Lookout Mountain, Georgia, 2008-2009.

Director of Basketball Operations, Colorado State University Men’s Basketball, Fort Collins, Colorado, 2006-2007.

Men’s Basketball Administrative Assistant, Colorado State University Men’s Basketball, Fort Collins, Colorado, 2005-2006.

Sport Industry Related Work:

Event Leadership Team, 2016 Southeastern Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament, Nashville, Tennessee, March 2016.

2015 Southeastern Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament Worker, Nashville, Tennessee, March 2015.

Boys Basketball Coach, Westminster School, Birmingham, Alabama, 2013-2014.

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Student Services Worker for Academics and Eligibility, University of Georgia Athletic Association, Athens, Georgia, 2011.

Mentor and Boys Basketball Coach, Downtown Falcons, Athens, Georgia, 2009- 2011

TEACHING:

Stephen F. Austin State University, Nelson Rusche College of Business (AACSB), 2018- Present

Program and Curriculum Design:

Responsible for building a second Sports Business program for the Nelson Rusche College of Business (AACSB) in the Houston, Texas sports market, and based out of The Woodlands, Texas campus, 2018- Present.

Teaching Certifications:

Successfully Completed Stephen F. Austin State University’s Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) Online Instructor Training and Certified to be an Online Instructor for SFA as of Spring 2019.

Undergraduate Courses Taught:

MGT 325, Principles of Sports Business MGT 370, Management Principles MKT 358, Sports Marketing (Face to Face and Online) MKT 362, Sports Promotion MKT 458, International Sports Marketing (Face to Face and Online)

Western Carolina University, College of Business (AACSB), Summer 2019.

Graduate Course Taught:

SM 672, Sport in the Global Marketplace (Online- 2019).

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Samford University, 2013-2018

Program and Curriculum Design:

Created two new course proposals, outlines, and sets of course of objectives for future Sport Administration courses: “Sport Analytics” and “Customer Engagement in Sport”, 2017.

Revised Sport Administration Major a Second Time by Adding Three New Classes, A New Internship Processes, and Two Senior Research Classes, 2016.

Created and Developed Two New Sport Administration Electives (History of Sport and Sport Sponsorship and Sales), 2015.

Revised and Developed New Sport Administration Major (ten new classes), 2014.

Revised New Sport and Recreation Ministry Minor, 2014.

Undergraduate Courses Taught:

FOUN 101, Foundations KINE 142, Introduction to Sport Administration KINE 285, History of Sport (Face to Face and Online) KINE 320, Sport and Communication KINE 325, Practicum in Sports and Recreation Ministry KINE 355, Legal and Contractual Aspects of Sport KINE 365, Contemporary Issues in Sport KINE 380, Sport Marketing and Finance KINE 391, Christian Leadership and Ethics in Sport KINE 396, Internship in Sport Administration I KINE 398, Scientific Inquiry (Sport Industry Focus) KINE 400, Sport Governance and the NCAA KINE 405, Advanced Research Techniques KINE 430, Sport Sponsorship and Sales KINE 460, Financial Operations in Sport KINE 497, Internship in Sport Administration II KINE 498, Research Methods (Sport Industry Focus) KINE 499, Senior Seminar (Sport Industry Focus) PHED 112- Concepts of Basketball UCFH 120, Concepts of Fitness and Health- General UCFH 120, Concepts of Fitness and Health- Running UCFH 120, Concepts of Fitness and Health- Functional Fitness

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Belhaven University, 2012-2013, 2017, 2018

Undergraduate Courses Taught:

SAM 302, Sports Marketing SAM 306, Introduction to Sports Administration SAM 310, Facility Design and Maintenance SAM 380, Sports Finance SAM 410, Sports Law SAM 419, Strategic Management in Sports Administration SAM 450, Internship in Sports Administration

Graduate Courses Taught:

MSA 608, Current Trends and Issues in Sports Administration (Online- 2013) MSA 624, Leadership and Sports Ethics (Online- 2018) MSL 665, Coaching, Mentoring, and Resolving Conflicts (Online- 2013) MSA 668, Venue and Event Management (Online- 2017, 2018) MSA 670, Capstone Seminar in Sports Administration (Online- 2017, 2018)

University of Georgia, 2007-2008, 2009-2012:

Undergraduate Courses Taught:

KINS 3560, Contemporary Issues in Sport PEDB 1040, Beginning Basketball PEDB 1120, Beginning Golf PEDB 1130, Intermediate Golf PEDB 1140, Advanced Golf PEDB 1230, Beginning Racquetball PEDB 1240, Intermediate Racquetball PEDB 1350, Beginning Tennis PEDB 1360, Intermediate Tennis PEDB 1380, Beginning Volleyball PEDB 1400, Introduction to Weight Training PEDB 1950, Fitness for Life- Walking

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SCHOLARSHIP:

Published Journal Articles/ Accepted for Publication:

White, D., Kirkpatrick, N. (2020). The Role of Biblical Theology in Teaching a Christian Worldview on Business. Christian Business Academy Review (40% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)-

Kirkpatrick, N., Eason, C. (2020). Gospel-Centered Professionalism Standards for Christian Business Programs. Christian Business Academy Review (40% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)

Kirkpatrick, N., Eason, C. (2019). Managerial Values- Panel Discussions and Guest Speakers Informing Professional Preparation. Journal of Business Ethics Education- (40% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)-

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2019). Business Internship Management Using Salesforce.com. Business Education Innovation Journal- (30% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2019). The Relationship between Regional Identification and Collegiate Athletic Apparel Brand. Journal of Brand Strategy (25-30% Acceptance rate in Cabell’s International)

Kirkpatrick, N. (2019). The Development of a Christian Leadership and Ethics in Business Course. Christian Business Academy Review (40% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)

Kirkpatrick, N., White, D., Pederson, J. (2018). Sport Business and Marketing Collaboration in Higher Education. Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport, and Tourism Education- (1.27 Journal Impact Factor and 22 Altmetric Report in Cabell’s International)

Kirkpatrick, N. (2018). Collegiate = Corporate? Business and Financial Backgrounds of Athletic Directors at the “Power 5” Conference Level. Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics

Kirkpatrick, N. (2017). The Effects of the NCAA Academic Redshirt Policy on NCAA Division I Intercollegiate Athletics at the “Power 5” Conference Level. Journal of NCAA Compliance

Kirkpatrick, N., Hawkins, B., Hill, J.R., & Maxcy, J. (2014). The Impact of the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Low Resource or Non-BCS Institutions as it Relates to Football and/or Men’s Basketball Programs. Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics

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Journal Articles Currently in Review:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2020). Reality Check: Helping Management Students Recognize, Evaluate, and Pursue Realistic Entry-Level Jobs in Business. The International Journal of Management Education (30% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s International)

Manuscripts in Creation/Data Collection/Writing Stage:

Mazzei, M., Kirkpatrick, N. (2020). Corporate Entrepreneurship in the Sport Industry. (Targeting Business Horizons- 10-15% Acceptance Rate in Cabell’s)

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2020). Emphasizing and Teaching Professionalism in Sales Courses. (Targeting Journal of Marketing Education- 15% Acceptance rate in Cabell’s International)

Book Reviews:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). Foundations of Sport Management (3rd Edition). Sport Management Education Journal

Kirkpatrick, N (2015). Introduction to Intercollegiate Athletics. Journal of Sport Management

Chapters in Books:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2011). Relative Value. In Swayne, L.E. and Golson, J.G. (ed). Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing. Thousand Oaks, California, US: Sage Publications

Kirkpatrick, N. (2011). Ticketmaster. In Swayne, L.E. and Golson, J.G. (ed). Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing. Thousand Oaks, California, US: Sage Publications

Dissertation:

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Presentations:

Presentations at National Meetings:

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick N. (2020). “Emphasizing and Teaching Professionalism in Sales Courses.” Presented at the 2020 Marketing Educators’ Association Annual Conference, Seattle, WA, April 2-4, 2020. (upcoming)

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick N. (2019). “The Use of Sales Force in Creating and Evaluating Business Program Internships for Students.” Presented at the 2019 Marketing Educators’ Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ, April 4-6, 2019.

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2018). “Fan Perceptions of Alcohol and/or Beer Sales at NCAA Division I Collegiate Athletic Events.” Presented at the 2018 Sport and Recreation Law Association (SRLA) Conference, San Antonio, TX, February 28- March 3, 2018. (Faculty-Mentored Student Research)

Kirkpatrick, N., Eason, C. (2017). “The Relationship Between Regional Identification and Collegiate Athletic Apparel Brand Preference.” Presented at the 2017 Sport Marketing Association Conference, Boston, Massachusetts, November 1-3, 2017

Patterson, D., Anderson, A., Brasher, J., Campbell, S., Hazouri, B., Nichols, H., Russell., Kirkpatrick, N. (2017). “The Financial and Communal Impact of Alcohol and/or Beer Sales at “Power 5” Conference Intercollegiate Athletic Events.” Presented at the 2017 College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, Columbia, South Carolina, April 11-14, 2017. (Faculty-Mentored Student Research)

Kirkpatrick, N., Pederson, J. (2017). “Who’s Driving the Bus? Business and Financial Backgrounds of Athletic Directors at the “Power 5” Conference Level.” Presented at the 2017 College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, Columbia, South Carolina, April 11-14, 2017.

Kirkpatrick, N., Eason, C., Emmons, B., Clemmons, J., Gonzalez, C., Mitchell, A., Roeling, M., Wang, L. (2017). Fan Perceptions of Licensing in Collegiate Sport.” Presented at the 2017 Sport and Recreation Law Association (SRLA) Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 1-4, 2017. (Faculty- Mentored Student Research)

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N., White, D. (2016). “Collegiate Athletic Brands: Brand Attachment, Brand Success, and Their Relationship with College Sport Sponsors.” Presented at the 2016 American Marketing Association (AMA) Summer Educator’s Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, August 5-7, 2016.

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Kirkpatrick, N., Eason, C., Cleghorn, D., Deboer, T., Hendershot, N., Limbaugh, C., Solomon, K. (2016). “The Impact of the SEC Network on SEC Athletic Departments.” Presented at the 9th Annual College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, Columbia, South Carolina, April 20-22, 2016. (Faculty-Mentored Student Research)

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2016). “Reclassifying Down from NCAA Division I to Division III (Part TWO): The Impact on the Institution and Its Brand.” Presented at the 9th Annual College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, Columbia, South Carolina, April 20-22, 2016.

Kirkpatrick, N., Pederson, J., White, D. (2016). “Sport Business Collaboration at Samford University.” Presented at the 6th Annual Alliance for Sport Business Conference, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, March 30- April 1, 2016.

Eason, C., Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). “Reclassifying Down from NCAA Division I to Division III: The Impact on the Institution and Its Brand.” Presented at the 13th Annual Conference of the Sport Marketing Association, Atlanta, Georgia, October 28-30, 2015.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). “What Effects Will the NCAA Academic Redshirt Policy Have on NCAA Division I Intercollegiate Athletics at the “Power 5” Conference Level?” Presented at the 8th Annual College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, Columbia, South Carolina, April 20-22, 2015.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2013). “The Impact of the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Low Resource or Non-BCS Institutions as it Relates to Football and/or Men’s Basketball Programs.” Presented at the NCAA Scholarly Colloquium on Intercollegiate Athletics, NCAA National Convention, Dallas, Texas, January 15-16, 2013.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2011). “A Pilot Study: The Impact of the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Low Resource or Non-BCS Institutions as it Relates to Football and/or Men’s Basketball Programs.” Presented at the College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, April 20-22, 2011.

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Presentations at Regional Meetings:

Emerson, J., Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). “The Impact of the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Division I Institutions as it Relates to Women’s Track and Field Programs.” Presented at the Southern Sport Management Conference, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, February, February 19-21, 2015. (Faculty-Mentored Student Research)

Underwood, Z., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “The Impact of School Systems’ Financial Resources on Concussion Awareness among Southeastern High School Coaches.” Presented at the University of Georgia Sport Business Symposium, Athens, Georgia, January 15-16, 2014. (Faculty-Mentored Student Research)

Faculty-Mentored Student Research Presentations at State Meetings:

Underwood, Z., Petrella, J., Kirkpatrick, N. (2013). “Concussion Awareness Among Southeastern High School Coaches.” Presented at the Alabama State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Fall Conference, Birmingham, Alabama, November 17-19, 2013.

Faculty-Mentored Student Research Presentations at Samford University:

Mardis, Z., Powell, Z., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “Causes of Recruiting Violations in NCAA Division I and Division II Schools and Their Effects on Athletic Departments, the NCAA, and the Individual Athlete.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Truss, F., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “The Effect of Wins/Losses on Applications received at a University.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Albertine, P., Walters, Z., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “Factors that Affect Student Attendance at Samford University Men’s Basketball Games.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Emerson, J., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “Contributing Factors That Result in Low Academic Progress Rate (APR) Scores in Women’s Track and Field.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

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Hardman, T., Neill, B., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “The Effect of the CFP Watch-List on Football Ticket Sales at FCS Universities.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Keefer, A., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “Factors That Cause College Age Students at Samford to Either Watch or Not Watch European Soccer.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Wooten, G., Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). “Reaction Time Does Not Affect In-Game Steals and Deflections in a Division I Basketball Game.” Presented at the Samford University Student Showcase, Birmingham, Alabama, April 29- May 2, 2014.

Invited Presentations and Guest Lectures:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2017). Invited Speaker for Samford Fall 2017 Leadership Lunch Series, Samford University Student Government Association, October 18th, 2017.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2017). Invited Speaker for Spring 2017 Weekly Leadership Convocation Event, Samford University Athletic Department, April 11th, 2017.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2016). Invited Speaker for Dr. Clara Gerhardt’s Marriage and Parenting Course, Samford University, September 22nd, 2016. Kirkpatrick, N. (2016). Invited Speaker for Dr. Clif Eason’s Marketing Research Course, Samford University, September 8th, 2016.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2015-Present). Leader and Speaker for Samford University’s “Sport Administration Seminar Series” at Hudson K-8 School, Birmingham, Alabama, 2014-Present.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). Invited Speaker for Dr. Clara Gerhardt’s Marriage and Parenting Course, Samford University, September 17th, 2015.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2015). Invited Speaker- First Priority, Homewood Middle School, Birmingham, Alabama, September 2nd, 2015.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2014, 2015). Invited Speaker for Sigma Nu Fraternity Chapel, Samford University, 2014 and 2015.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2014). Westminster Christian Academy 2014 Commencement Speaker, Watkinsville, Georgia, May 23rd, 2014.

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Kirkpatrick, N. (2011). “The Life and Career of Intercollegiate Athletic Coaching and Administration” Presented at Kennesaw State University, Department of Health, Physical Education, and Sport Science, November 9th, 2011.

Publication Award Funding, Grants, and Scholarships:

Kirkpatrick, N. (2019). Journal Publication Award Funding, Stephen F. Austin State University, The Woodlands, Texas, $2,200.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2018). Journal Publication Award Funding, Stephen F. Austin State University, The Woodlands, Texas, $1,800.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2013). Faculty Development Grant, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, $3,000.

Kirkpatrick, N. (2011). University of Georgia, College of Education, Del Jones Memorial Scholarship, $5,000.

SERVICE:

Membership:

Christian Business Faculty Association (2019- Present).

Stephen F. Austin State University:

Nelson Rusche College of Business (AACSB)

Organized and led the Sports Business Students’ Experiential Learning Trip to visit with the Houston Astros for Sales and Marketing Meetings, and a Facilities Tour, 2019.

Organized and led the Sports Business Students’ Experiential Learning Trip to visit with the Houston Rockets for Sales, Marketing, Promotions, and Fan Engagement Meetings, and a Facilities Tour, 2019.

Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business…Speaking to high school business students at College Park High School (Conroe ISD), 2019.

Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business Speaking to Business Teachers at the 2019 Conroe ISD Faculty Meetings, 2019.

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Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business Speaking to Academic Advisors at Lone Star College- North Harris, 2019.

Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business Speaking to the Lone Star College- Tomball Men’s Basketball Team, 2019.

Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business Speaking to high school students at Caney Creek High School (Conroe ISD), 2019.

Represented Stephen F. Austin State University and the Nelson Rusche College of Business Speaking to Conroe ISD Academic Advisors, 2018.

Lead the effort of building a second Sports Business Program in the Houston, Texas Sports Market based out of The Woodlands, Texas campus, 2018- Present.

Sports Business Program Administrator for the Sports Business Program (The Woodlands, Texas Campus), 2018- Present.

Samford University:

University:

Research Fellow_ Center for Sport Analytics, 2017-Present.

Chair_ Elections Committee_ Faculty Senate, 2017-2018.

Led Samford Student Cadre in the Spring of 2017.

Represented Samford University at 2016 Birmingham Educational Foundation Career Development Conference as an 8th Grade Interviewer, 2016.

Represented Samford University and the Sport Administration Program in Helping Host Dr. Sarhang Abdullah from Iraq Over the Course of Two Days in the Fall, 2016.

Faculty Mentor to New Faculty Colleagues, 2016- 2017.

Faculty Senator, 2016- 2018.

Served as faculty volunteer for Samford University’s “Marriage and Family” course Fall 2016 class project, 2016. N. Kirkpatrick January, 2020

Led Samford Student Cadre in the Spring of 2016. Faculty Senate- Elections Committee, 2015- 2018.

Guest Speaker Representing Samford University on Christian Radio at PRI Counseling in Birmingham, Alabama, 2014.

Guest Speaker Representing Samford University on the Morning Show of WERC, Birmingham, Clear Channel Media, 2014.

Led Session for Dr. Brad Creed’s (former Provost) Fall Faculty Book Discussion Group on Christians Involvement in Inner-City Schools, 2014.

College of Health Sciences:

“Health Administration and Policy”- Search Committee, 2015.

Faculty Marshal for Commencement for College of Health Sciences, 2014.

School of Health Professions:

Faculty Development Committee, 2015.

Mission and Vision Committee (Ad Hoc), 2014.

Department of Kinesiology:

Served as a Guest Judge for Dr. Mallory Marshall’s Sport Nutrition Class’ “Energy Bar Contest”, 2017. Sport Administration Faculty Search Committee, 2015.

Team Leader/Representative for the Department of Kinesiology for Samford’s 2014 Charity Donation Campaign, 2014.

Served as a Guest Judge for Dr. Jim Angel’s Sport Nutrition Class’ “Energy Bar Contest”, 2013 and 2014.

Sport Administration Program:

Sport Administration Program Coordinator, 2013-2018.

Director of Sport Ministry Minor, 2013- 2018.

Organizer and Leader of Sport Administration Students Trip to the Atlanta Braves for a Sales, Marketing, and Analytics Visit and Tour, Fall 2017.

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Creator, Organizer, and Leader of Samford University’s “Sport Administration Seminar Series” at South Hampton K-8 School, Birmingham, Alabama, 2017.

Organizer and Leader of Sport Administration Students Trip to the Atlanta Braves New Stadium for a Sales, Hospitality, Facility, and Financial Operations Tour, 2016

Represented Samford University and the Sport Administration Program at the 2016 Knight-Eady Sports Group Experience Event, Birmingham, Alabama, 2016.

Organizer and Host- Talladega Super Speedway Manager of Guest Services, Ryan Medley, and Ticket Operations and Sales Coordinator, Ashley Canara, Speaking at Samford University to the Sport Administration Program, and entire university, 2016.

Led Samford Sport Marketing Concentration Students’ Tour at the 2016 Southeastern (SEC) Men’s Basketball Tournament serving as a member of the SEC Men’s Basketball Event Leadership Team, Nashville, Tennessee, 2016.

Represented Samford University and the Sport Administration Program at the 2016 Southeastern (SEC) Men’s Basketball Tournament working as a member of the SEC Men’s Basketball Event Leadership Team, Nashville, Tennessee, 2016.

Creator, Organizer, and Host- “Women in Sport” Panel Discussion and Luncheon for the Sport Administration Program, Sport Media Minor, Sport Marketing Concentration, and entire university, Samford University, 2015.

Represented Samford University and the Sport Administration Program in a Networking Role at the SEC Network and Belk “SEC Storied” Event, Birmingham, Alabama, 2015.

Organizer and Host- For Commissioner of the Southeastern Conference, Mr. Greg Sankey, Speaking Twice at Samford University to the Sport Administration Program, and entire university, 2015.

Organizer and Host- For Executive Associate Athletic Director for University of Alabama Athletics, Kevin Almond, Speaking to the Sport Administration Program, and entire university, 2015, 2016.

Organizer and Leader of Sport Administration Students Trip to the Atlanta Hawks for a Sport Facility Tour, Sales Presentation/Training, Networking Opportunity, and Game, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.

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Represented Samford University and the Sport Administration Program in a Networking Role at the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament, Atlanta, Georgia and Nashville, Tennessee, 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Creator, Organizer, and Leader of Samford University’s “Sport Administration Seminar Series” at Hudson K-8 School, Birmingham, Alabama, 2014- Present.

Organizer and Host- For Associate Commissioner of the Southeastern Conference, Mr. Mark Whitworth, Speaking at Samford University to the Sport Administration Program, and entire university, 2014.

Organizer and Host- For the Director of Sport Marketing for the ESPN-SEC Network, Mr. Ben May, Speaking at Samford University to the Sport Administration Program, and entire university, 2014, 2016.

Wrote the Marketing Materials for the Sport Administration Program for Fitz Martin Marketing and Sales Consulting, 2013.

Professional Service:

Guest Reviewer for Christian Business Academy Review, 2019.

Guest Reviewer for the International Journal of Sports Marketing and Sponsorship (Special Issue on “Sponsorship ROI”), 2016.

Editorial Review Board Member- Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, 2015-Present

Reviewer for the College Sport Research Institute Conference on College Sport (CSRI), 2015- Present.

Guest Reviewer for the Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics (JIIA), 2013- 2015.

Belhaven University:

Academic Sponsor for Sports Administration Club, 2012.

University of Georgia:

Academic Sponsor for Sport Business Club, 2010.

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AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

Selected to be part of the first ever class of Research Fellows for the Samford University Center for Sport Analytics, 2017-Present.

Selected for Faculty Spotlight Feature- “5 Things to Know” for spring/summer 2017 Samford University Seasons Magazine, 2017.

Nominated for “Professor of the Year” by the Samford University Athletic Department and Student-Athletes in Conjunction with the SAMPSYS, April, 2017.

Recognized as “Professor of the Game- On Senior Day/Homecoming”- Samford University, Football, November 12, 2016.

Asked to Serve as University Faculty Mentor to New Faculty Colleagues, Samford University, 2016.

Recognized in the “Senior Spotlight” by Jamal Shabazz, Samford University, Men’s Basketball, 2016.

Faculty Spotlight Feature- “5 Things to Know”, Samford University Publications and Communication Outlets, 2015.

Distinguished Alumni Award, Westminster Christian Academy, Watkinsville, Georgia, 2014.

Selected for Dr. Brad Creed’s (former Provost) Fall 2014 Faculty Book Discussion Group on Christians Involvement in Inner-City Schools, 2014.

Recognized on Faculty Appreciation Night by Darius Gibson, Jamal Shabazz, and Marcus Johnson- Samford University, Men’s Basketball, 2014.

Featured Men’s Basketball Halftime Interview with Mr. Brad Radice Discussing and Promoting the New Sport Administration Program at Samford University, 2014.

Honored by Graduating Senior Justin Emerson Who Participated in the Senior Giving Campaign Which Is “Focused on the Faculty and Staff Who Have Invested into the Lives of Students”, 2014.