Raeven King
A former youth development professional, current entrepreneur, and forever sneaker connoisseur trying to become an Art Gallery owner.
| Headline: | Entrepreneur |
| Work status: | Living The Dream |
| Industries: | Retail, Sports |
| Skills: | Business, Entrepreneurship, Event planning, Guerrilla marketing, Languages, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Public speaking, Recruitment, Retail, Sales, Viral marketing |
| Location: | College Point, NY |
| Groups: | 6th Annual Queens StartUP! Business Plan Competition |
| Interested in: | Brainstorming, Creating a group, Finding business partners, Finding cofounders, Finding experts, Finding team mates, Growing my group, Learning about entrepreneurship, Meeting new people, Professional opportunities, Promoting my startups, Raising money, Receiving feedback, Recruiting for my startup, Starting a company, Supporting my investments |
| Schools: | Wichita State University |
WORK EXPERIENCE
| Employer: | NBA Store – New York City, NY |
| Position: | Footwear Sales Associate |
| Description: | May 2008-Aug 2009/Aug 2010-Feb 2011
Demonstrated product knowledge and store information, and a willingness to share with the customer by updating them on the latest sneaker release, giving person suggestions on sneakers they might be interested in, and keep track of personal clients needs. Grasped the importance of each task; able to meet established deadlines while being prompt and accurate in the completion of assignments. Utilized the open lines communication with managers so I could effectively express concerns and/or questions to managers. Top three in sell differential percentage for 11 months straight (October 2008-August 2009) and also top seller in footwear. |
| Employer: | Sports and Arts After School Foundation, Queens, NY |
| Position: | After School Program Director |
| Time period: | August 2009 - May 2011 |
| Description: | The overall responsibility for the operation and success of a comprehensive after-school program based at IS 230Q and MS 126K
During the summer of 2010 I was responsible for the drawing/animation class conducted for middle school students at JH 302 and conducted a basketball class for elementary school kids at P.S. K315. Promote the concepts of teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship inclusive of ultimate responsibility for the behavior of youth at the site and on trips Design schedule of activities that incorporate all elements of the program and take into consideration children’s needs and abilities to ensure the highest level of quality in all program areas (homework help, tutoring, sports and arts.) Trained six elementary students and one middle school student to compete in Knicks Fit Competition with one student wining in the Boys 12-under. Also managed 3v3 basketball sites, basketball trainings, and an emcee step show competitions for SASF. |
| Employer: | Espérance Sportive Pully – Pully, Switzerland |
| Position: | Professional Basketball Player |
| Time period: | January 2008 - March 2008 |
| Description: | Played in the Ligue Nationales Féminines (LNA).
Manage practices for other younger teams within the club. Helped coach three different teams (Juniors, Benjamins, and Cadets) to Regional Championships. Led the team to their first victory of the season |
| Employer: | Boys and Girls Club – Omaha, NE |
| Position: | Program Director |
| Time period: | January 2006 - December 2007 |
| Description: | Received two promotions while working at the Club: Program Specialist to Lead Program Specialist. Lead Program Specialist to Program Director in less than a year.
Part of a committee coordinated a Health Fair for club members to get their eyes, teeth, and other important screenings most youth do not receive; four different clubs participated. Creating a free flowing atmosphere for members to enjoy by using sports programs and gym activities. Organized daily operations in the club. Provided an entertainment service to the community. |
| Employer: | Lemvig Basket – Lemvig, Denmark |
| Position: | Professional Basketball Player/Youth Basketball Coach |
| Time period: | January 2005 - December 2006 |
| Description: | Coached four different teams for Lemvig Basket.
Helped lead 16U team to a Second place finish in the DBBF. Supervised Basket College players, both beginners and more experienced players, individually as well as in team situations creating an environment where everyone excelled. |
| Employer: | MECA – Qwest Center Omaha – Omaha, NE |
| Position: | Ticket Seller |
| Time period: | December 2005 |
| Description: | Sold tickets for various events taking place in the Qwest Center Arena and Convention Center.
Manual tabulated and reported cash/credit card transactions. Solve seating problems for Guest attending the events. |
| Employer: | LeadDog Marketing Group, Inc |
| Position: | Internship – Accounts Department |
| Time period: | December 2004 |
| Description: | Coordination/communication assistance for the Rochester MusicFest 2004.
Negotiated Trade Agreements with local business for the AARP The Magazine Road Show. Administrative assistance in the office. |
| Employer: | LeadDog Marketing Group, Inc |
| Position: | Account Coordinator |
| Time period: | December 2004 |
| Description: | Hired and scheduled promotional staff/volunteers for events and tours.
Researched and purchased items for the events. On-site supervisor for events like the ING New York City Marathon and ESSENCE Magazine’s College Tour. |
EDUCATION
| University: | Wichita State University |
| Time period: | 2004 |
| Degree: | Sport Administration, BA |
Raeven's Startups (1)
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Limited Edition Gallery
To be the most comprehensive source of art conceived from, inspired by and created from sneaker
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Rade Glomazic
Currently a Doctoral candidate in Political science at the European Center for Peace and Development of the UN University of Peace. Have over ten years of professional experience working in socio-economic development activities and int. cooperation