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Time for this week's Throw 🔙 Thursday: This day in 1997, The Carolina Hurricanes played their first home game. What team were they before becoming the Hurricanes? In 1997, the former Hartford Whalers and now Carolina Hurricanes played their first game in North Carolina against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Carolina would go on to lose this game 4-3.

🏀 Cleveland, it's time to take your shot! Join us for the Cleveland Cavaliers 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 & 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 on 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟱𝘁𝗵 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse! Meet with top industry professionals, explore exciting job opportunities, and build connections that can take your career to the next level. Cleveland Monsters, Cleveland Charge, Rock Entertainment Group, 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 and many more will be in attendance. Don’t miss this chance to jumpstart your sports career—reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/eWNJvM_6

🎉What an epic day at the 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 & 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 at Shell Energy! Connecting with some of the best and brightest sports execs in Houston was a game-changer. The evening was packed with a panel discussion and letting attendees showcase themselves as well as soak up knowledge from pros in the industry. The event kicked off with an inspiring panel featuring Houston Dynamo and other leaders in the area, who dropped gems on stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing change, and aligning your passion with your career. From building strong relationships to staying adaptable in an ever-evolving industry, everyone walked away with something to think about as they continue their career journeys. Here are some memorable moments:  ✨ Jessie Vilkofsky: Jessie drove home the importance of taking ownership of your career. She encouraged everyone to actively pursue their goals by setting daily intentions—like reaching out to three new people every day. This practice, she explained, creates momentum and opens doors to new connections that could lead to your next big opportunity. It’s all about consistency and commitment.  ✨Valerie Holland, MBA: Valerie emphasized the value of saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities. She shared that being open to roles you might not have originally considered can lead to massive personal and professional growth. By stepping outside of your comfort zone and remaining adaptable, you not only gain experience but also broaden your network—both key ingredients for long-term success in sports.  ✨Mariah Kleiman: Mariah reflected on her own career path and how TeamWork Online played a pivotal role in helping her land roles. She talked about the impact of attending career fairs like this one, where the chance to meet industry leaders and peers creates meaningful connections. For her, these events have been career-defining moments, showing just how powerful networking can be.  ✨Malena Udani: Malena shared a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to manage the Houston Dynamo’s social media presence. From player content to game-day posts, she highlighted the importance of crafting unique marketing strategies for each initiative. Every day brings something new, and Malena emphasized the creativity and flexibility needed to keep fans engaged and excited about the brand.  ✨Jessie Lantz: Jessie’s journey took her to continuing school after undergrad, where she pursued a graduate degree to gain hands-on experience right away. For her, further education was not just about learning—it was about connecting with her peers and professors who helped her expand her network from day one. She reminded attendees that no matter where you start, every step in the sports industry offers a chance to grow and build relationships. It was a day full of energy, inspiration, and endless possibilities!

Looking to break into a career in sports? I am excited to work with TeamWork Online to host the Wisconsin Sports and Entertainment Career Fair this coming Thursday at Fiserv Forum before the Milwaukee Bucks take on the LA Lakers! This will be a great chance to network with some great organizations in a great arena. Information on the event and how to sign up is at the link below. Feel free to reach out with any questions! https://lnkd.in/gp-KbYdf

📣 Communications/Community Relations jobs in sports you can apply to right now! 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 🏌 Communications and Marketing Intern (Spring 2025) - Northern Texas PGA: https://lnkd.in/eTMyUiv2 ⚾️ Baseball Communications Assistant - Indianapolis Indians: https://lnkd.in/efn5feXq 🏎️ Communications & Social Media Intern (Summer 2025) - New Hampshire Motor Speedway: https://lnkd.in/g-xy7KNb 🏌 Marketing & Community Relations Intern - Valero Texas Open: https://lnkd.in/ewf-Pnfh 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 🏈 Community Relations Coordinator - Fiesta Bowl: https://lnkd.in/eUygv2US 🏒 Community Relations Coordinator & Mascot - Iowa Wild: https://lnkd.in/ejzD6-mq 🏈 Executive Team Assistant - Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame : https://lnkd.in/gkpW9f5t 🏟️ Command Center Coordinator - Ilitch Sports + Entertainment: https://lnkd.in/eUhuAT47 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 🏀 Mad Ants Basketball Communications & Community Engagement Manager - Pacers Sports & Entertainment: https://lnkd.in/eDxEHmJy 🏌 Community Development Specialist - Augusta National Golf Club: https://lnkd.in/eR87qVwQ 🏒 Communication Manager - Black Bear Sports Group, Inc.: https://lnkd.in/eJ7_JYTM 🏀 Manager, Community (GSV) - Golden State Valkyries: https://lnkd.in/ejQqhK_k 💻 Browse & Apply for more MLS Jobs here: https://lnkd.in/eKMGM99

Today has been a great experience! I spent the day in Charlotte, North Carolina, to attend one of the TeamWork Online careers fairs, hosted by Tepper Sports & Entertainment! I managed to connect with and talk to some fantastic people who work at some of the proffesional sports teams in attendance today to discuss some of the current openings at their organisations. I managed to talk to the following people: Matt White - Carolina Panthers 🏈 Tyler Wallace - Charlotte FC ⚽️ Cooper Kinsey - Charlotte Knights ⚾️ Thank you all for your time and allowing me a chance to give you a resumé and explain why I would be a great candidate to consider for future roles! I also met Michael A. Hepburn, M.Ed., who also gave me some amazing advice about how to get into the sports business world!

The Chicago White Sox organization is looking for a Director of Strength and Conditioning! The purpose of this position is to lead the Chicago White Sox Strength and Conditioning Department in education, communication and implementation of performance programs, core initiatives and assessments for major and minor league players. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMuzXWY9

Who knew a post-work dash could lead to such a big mindset shift? 🤯 After wrapping up my shift at Toronto Heli Tours, I rushed to BMO Field for an MLSE (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership) and TeamWork Online event. I missed most of the panel (oops!), but when it came to networking, I dove right in. The room was buzzing, and then I spotted a circle forming around Eugene Magno – the guy knows FIFA inside out! ⚽ People were firing off questions, and he had all the answers. But the moment that really stood out? Buffy Filippell’s announcement. Her voice was powerful and warm, pulling everyone in. She threw out a question that got me thinking: “What’s your success?” Honestly, I had no answer. I’ve always been focused on the hustle and grind, never stopping to recognize the small wins. But as she spoke about what success truly means, I found myself reflecting on my time at Azura Associates, Bath & Body Works, George Brown College and now Toronto Heli Tours out, I’ve had plenty of victories – I just hadn’t stopped to celebrate them. 🙌 The real kicker was when she shared a tip about LinkedIn skills. I had 98 listed at age 20. Buffy, with all her experience, had just 15. Her advice? It’s not about the quantity but how well you can back them up. I went home and immediately trimmed mine down to 35, and I’m still refining! And to cap it all off, I enjoyed an Toronto Argonauts game with Bhanu Kapoor – the perfect way to end an unexpectedly insightful day. 🎉 What’s one small victory you’re proud of? Let’s celebrate those wins! 🏆 #Networking #SuccessStory #TinyVictories #MLSE #HeliTours #Argos

🚨 This week’s MVP Access Newsletter is here! Listen to these insights to accelerate your career in the sports business. 🏎️ Ellen Saul, Vice President of Premium Services, Indianapolis Motor Speedway emphasizes how recommendations from others can help employers see your true potential and capabilities. ⚽️ Scott Servetnick, Account Executive, Membership Services, Louisville City FC & Racing Louisville FC took his membership services skills into the soccer world, landing a role with Louisville FC and Racing Louisville FC—all his positions have come through TeamWork Online! 🤝 Buffy Filippell says capturing photos with sports executives at our networking events is the best way to build relationships and make LinkedIn connections easier! Don’t have MVP Access? Subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/gWPzA-Kv

In partnership with our friends at TeamWork Online, we were able to end the preseason with a Washington Commanders and Women of Washington Link-Up. Thank you to our host GeNienne Samuels, PMP and panelist Chanelle S. Reynolds, MBA, Valerie Biberaj, and Leelannee Malin for sharing amazing gems with the young adults looking for their first step into sports. Thank you to the teams and organizations that joined us. And thank you to my teammates Sam Barlow, Mathew Noone, Jake Supran, Sam Annetta and Lucia Mitnik for including WOW and pushing this forward.