This document provides an agenda for a sports industry networking event. It includes a panel discussion with representatives from Reflex Fitness, Maroon PR, US Lacrosse, and Under Armour. There will also be a tips session from an executive with Corrigan Sports Enterprise. The rest of the event involves networking, with suggestions to develop an elevator pitch, focus on relationships, and listen to others. Attendees will have lunch and be seated at breakout tables to further discuss opportunities with various contacts in the sports industry.
5. Game time
Its Your Turn
• Lunch and Networking
• Introduce yourself
• Ask Questions
• Listen!
6. Breakout Session Tables
1 – Anthony Agnone
2 – Reese Ashe
3 – Bobbie Bardzik
4 – Will Beatson
5 – Andy Bilello
6 – Ryan Bowles
7 – Mike Burke
8 – Lee Corrigan
9 – Chris Daley
10 – Bryan Fitzpatrick
11 – Kevin Healey
12 – Jake Klein
13 – Marty McGinity
14 – Lara Mish
15 – Eboni Preston-Laurent
16 – Dolores Selby
17 – Bill Toth
18 – Chris Warren
Editor's Notes
Networking Tips –
Develop your 30 Second Commercial
Need to know who you are and what you want
What is your value – why should someone hire you
Be able to ask for referrals
Career Services can help – schedule an appointment!
It’s all about relationships
Reality – , It is “who you know.” It’s a small world!
Multiple research studies indicate that 65-85% of jobs are found through networking. And often is the #1 way to get a job.
Work the room
Have good body language – smile, make eye contact
Have a firm, non-sweaty handshake
Be genuine – show interest and enthusiasm
Ask open-ended questions
Know what you have to offer with regard to skills and be able to clearly articulate what makes you special at doing it.
LISTEN and whatever you do, don’t burn bridges!
Grab business cards and FOLLOW UP!!! LinkedIn is a great way to stay connected
Networking Tips –
Develop your 30 Second Commercial
Need to know who you are and what you want
What is your value – why should someone hire you
Be able to ask for referrals
Career Services can help – schedule an appointment!
It’s all about relationships
Reality – , It is “who you know.” It’s a small world!
Multiple research studies indicate that 65-85% of jobs are found through networking. And often is the #1 way to get a job.
Work the room
Have good body language – smile, make eye contact
Have a firm, non-sweaty handshake
Be genuine – show interest and enthusiasm
Ask open-ended questions
Know what you have to offer with regard to skills and be able to clearly articulate what makes you special at doing it.
LISTEN and whatever you do, don’t burn bridges!
Grab business cards and FOLLOW UP!!! LinkedIn is a great way to stay connected
Anthony Agnone, Eastern Athletic Services
Reese Ashe, Reflex Fitness
Bobbie Bardzik, Dick’s Sporting Goods
Will Beatson, Excel Sports
Andy Bilello, Corrigan Sports
Ryan Bowles, University of Maryland
Mike Burke, Baltimore Ravens
Lee Corrigan, Corrigan Sports
Chris Daley, Maroon PR
Bryan Fitzpatrick, US Naval Academy
Kevin Healey, Baltimore Blast
Jake Klein, Harlem Lacrosse & Leadership
Marty McGinity, Archbishop Curley
Lara Mish, Girls on the Run
Eboni Preston-Laurent, US Lacrosse
Dolores Selby, Under Armour
Bill Toth, FOX 43
Chris Warren, Under Armour