Evan Biittig

Evan Biittig Charlotte, NC |- |-| linkedin.com/in/evan-biittig-a887b8206/ Sports Marketing & Events Coordinator Self-motivated professional with a passion for the Sports world and experience in collaboratively organizing mid- to large-scale events, such as football games and races. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to quickly foster customer and guest relationships and clearly convey key concepts to teams. Possess insight into multiple social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter, and facilitating engagement via posts on sports and intersectional topics. Forward- thinking leader with the ability to manage and take initiative on key projects and build goal-oriented teams. Core Competencies Project Development• Problem Solving• MS Office Suite Sports Management• Time Management• Customer Service Education BS – Business Administration in Sport Management & Marketing2023 Western Carolina University – Cullowhee, NC Professional Experience RSM (Retail Sports Marketing) – Charlotte, NC August 2024 – Present Assistant Account Executive Strategize, plan, and execute nationwide shopper and experiential marketing tours and events to drive business growth and increase sales. Past clients include Sam's Club, Walmart, Celsius, NASCAR, Straight Talk, Gatorade, Tyson Foods, and more. Key Accomplishments: Played a key role in organizing an eight-week brand tour featuring Tyson and Primo Brands, visiting 39 Sam’s Club locations along the East Coast. Managed inventory logistics and coordinated a youth camp with renowned baseball player Bernie Williams, enhancing brand engagement and visibility. High Hampton – Cashiers, NCAugust – November 2023 Golf Operations Promoted positive customer experiences by delivering top-line customer service, answering questions, and efficiently resolving issues as they arose. Supported day-to-day operations by ensuring proper golf cart upkeep, conducting regular maintenance, cleaning, and delivering supplies to the appropriate teams. Key Accomplishments: Assisted with a large-scale golf tournament consisting of 200+ members, including multiple professional athletes, by distributing inventory. Asheville Tourists – Asheville, NCMay – August 2023 Game Day Operations Assistant Intern Aided in coordinating 50 games (~2500 attendees per game) and 4 special events by assisting with ticket sales, game day trailer setup, and stadium organization/cleanup. Cultivated relationships with regular attendees by building rapport and providing exceptional customer service. Mountain Heritage Day 5K – Cullowhee, NCJanuary – May 2020 Course Manager Organized an annual 5K race by closely collaborating with team members to design the racecourse, strategically place campus police, and setup/breakdown materials. Managed equipment acquisition by communicating and coordinating with the Athletic department. Key Accomplishments: Successfully hosted the race with ~200 runners by conveying parameters, upholding rules, and supervising activities. Western Carolina University (apprenticeship) – Cullowhee, NCJanuary – May 2020 Sports & Event Ticket Sales Agent Sold special event and college athletic tickets by building connections with regular attendees. Promoted guest satisfaction by answering ticketing/venue questions, assisting with seat selection, and distributing call orders. Key Accomplishments: Sold tickets for Native American Night, an event to pay respect to the Cherokee, by contacting season ticket holders and frequent attendants to obtain new sales opportunities. Community Engagement Member, Sigma Phi Epsilon, Cullowhee, NC 2022 – Present Secretary, Sport Management Club, Cullowhee, NC 2021 Event Assistant, Camp SOAR (Special Olympics Athlete Retreat), Charlotte, NC 2019 Team Leader, YMCA Camp Cherokee, York, SC 2016