United States
Accomplished NCAA executive and former student-athlete with over 28 years of progressive leadership in college athletics. Proven expertise in academic and membership affairs, strategic planning, and operational excellence, developed through 25 years of service at the NCAA, including Director-level responsibilities. Recognized for building collaborative relationships across university, presidential, and conference levels, while driving innovation in compliance, risk management, revenue generation, and student-athlete development. Committed to advancing organizational goals through effective leadership, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for empowering student-athletes and institutions to achieve their highest potential.
Lead national strategy and operations for academic policy, membership services, and institutional performance across all three NCAA divisions. Oversee strategic planning, metrics, and operations for the Academic and Membership Affairs (AMA) unit. Provide legislative guidance, waiver oversight, and compliance support for Division I & II institutions. Advise presidents, chancellors, and ADs on governance, policy, and institutional strategy. Lead academic success initiatives (APR, GSR) and manage academic revenue distribution programs. Guide Division I reclassification and Institutional Performance Program (IPP) implementation. Collaborate with national committees on strategic vision, planning, and membership issues.
Directed national diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy for NCAA governance and member institutions. Led development of the NCAA’s first D&I strategic plan and chaired internal D&I committee. Designed training programs and leadership pipelines for minority coaches and administrators. Supported institutions with implementation of inclusive hiring and culture-building practices.
Led operations and business development for the Black Coaches Association property, focusing on media rights, sponsorship, and diversity initiatives. Managed full scope of sales, marketing, and fulfillment for BCA multimedia rights and sponsorships. Developed and presented customized media solutions to corporate partners and stakeholders. Launched Learfield’s first-ever Minority Recruitment Program to expand talent pipelines. Oversaw strategic planning and performance metrics for property growth and visibility. Built relationships with national brands, athletic leaders, and diversity advocates to enhance reach. Delivered measurable revenue growth through integrated marketing and sponsorship packages.
Managed logistics, operations, and policy for NCAA Championships across multiple sports and divisions. Oversaw site selection, event operations, officiating, and team logistics. Partnered with broadcasters and sponsors to enhance national championship exposure. Helped set policies and procedures governing championship operations.
Led operations and business development for the Black Coaches Association property, focusing on media rights, sponsorship, and diversity initiatives. Managed full scope of sales, marketing, and fulfillment for BCA multimedia rights and sponsorships. Developed and presented customized media solutions to corporate partners and stakeholders. Launched Learfield’s first-ever Minority Recruitment Program to expand talent pipelines. Oversaw strategic planning and performance metrics for property growth and visibility. Built relationships with national brands, athletic leaders, and diversity advocates to enhance reach. Delivered measurable revenue growth through integrated marketing and sponsorship packages.