Current Position: Account Executive, Bulldog Sports Properties

Hometown: Tupelo, Mississippi

Degree: M.S. in Sport Administration, 2010

What are the responsibilities of your current position?

Bulldog Sports Properties is owned by a national company, Learfield Sports. Learfield is the exclusive marketing and rights holder for Mississippi State Athletics. I am responsible for helping clients grow their business by integrating their brand with Mississippi State’s brand. This is done by listening to clients' wants and needs, and then developing a marketing package that is a good fit for the client. We own the rights to everything on the videoboards, radio, signage, on-field promotions, print, and online just to name a few. I have over 50 clients that I manage, and each year I am responsible for renewing these clients as well as finding new clients that are a fit to do business with us.

How did your education at MSU help prepare you for your field?

I think the habits I formed in school helped shape and mold me into the way I am in my professional career. Getting up and going to school every week day is very similar to a work week. I read and write a lot every day and use problem solving and creative skills that I acquired in school. I also think undergrad and graduate school requiring an internship to graduate helped position me to have the background that potential top level employers are looking for.

What advice would you give to current students looking for internships or jobs in your field?

Get out there and meet people! It is all about the relationships you build and leaving a lasting impression on those decision makers.