H AROLD J.

C ORNELL J R
11900 Oakmoor Pkwy Apt 235 Houston, TX 77051
Phone #: 512-317-1201│ Email: haroldcornell@rocketmail.com
Energetic and results-driven event and sports manager with progressive years of experience in organizing various
recreational activities and overseeing resources needed to ensure the smooth running of all assigned events/projects. Quick
to grasp new ideas with the ability to identify significant developments needed to ensure the operational efficiency of the
workplace. An excellent team player with outstanding problem-solving, time management and attention to detail skills
with the ability to provide ongoing support and guidance to employees in order to make sure business objectives are
achieved. Strong interpersonal skills with experience working with various organizations, stakeholders and personnel
while ensuring customer satisfaction remains a priority at all times.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
 Customer Service  Strategic Planning  Equipment Management
 Operations Management  Occupational Health & Safety  Recreational Activities
 Employee Relations & Supervision  Event Planning & Coordination  Facility Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ARAMARK-UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, Houston, TX 2016-Present

Facilities & Conversion Manager
 Directs the preparation and maintenance of conversions as they are necessary to carry out the functions of the
department as well as assume event management duties as assigned and facility oversight.
 Report to the Aramark Facilities General Manager, responsible for the supervision in the completion of all
conversions, facility buildouts and other facilities operations at the University of Houston Athletics venues.
 Prepare job estimates for each conversion/events. Maintain & record all work performed.
 Lead all event day facilities and conversion activities.
 Assist in day-to-day operations.
 Perform other duties as requested by Facilities General Manager.
 Take primary responsibility for sports as assigned.
 Take the lead role in access management components as assigned.
 Manage projects as assigned.

University of Houston Football Managers, Houston, TX 2015-2016

Equipment Manager
 Monitors issuance of uniforms to team, coaches, or individual athletes
 Maintains accurate records and files regarding equipment check out.
 Monitors daily maintenance of equipment, which includes doing laundry, repairs, and general upkeep of
equipment.
 Checks in equipment upon delivery to verify receipt.
 Travels to athletic games as assigned to perform equipment
 Maintenance responsibilities.
 Prepares equipment for distribution such as stamping names or numbers on equipment in order to track it.
 Assists with fitting athletic equipment to individual athletes.
 Help coordinate with preparation of facilities or fields for football team practices and games.
 Stores and packs sporting equipment appropriately when not in use.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

University of Houston Athletic Marketing, Houston, TX 2014 - 2016

Marketing Assistant Head Intern
 Assist the Houston Athletics Marketing staff in the development, coordination and implementation of marketing
and promotional efforts for all 17 sports, and any specific sport to which you are assigned
 Develop full-scale marketing plans for sports as needed
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 Assist with managing public address announcers, coordinating music, video board elements, cheer squad, pep
band, and other marketing needs to direct the flow of games, events and promotions as needed
 Fulfill sponsored elements such as logo exposure, PA announcements, promotions, and events
 Improve the atmosphere at each event through the use of games, giveaways, contests, trivia and music, etc.
 Promote athletic events and communicate promotions within the residence halls, Greek system, student body, etc.
 Distribute posters and schedule cards to assigned locations, and check for refills on a bi-weekly basis.

University of Houston Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Houston, TX 2013-2015

Fitness Zone Supervisor
 Distribute job responsibilities to other employee’s
 Oversee the safety of the patron’s in the fitness zone
 Enforce rules and policies
 Handle paperwork

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology (Sports Administration), University of Houston, Houston, TX, 2016
Masters of Science, Kinesiology (Sports Administration), University of Houston, Houston, TX, Current