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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
References
Volunteer Experience
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Alex Simmons

Smithville ,ON

Summary

Talented professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing with success in building relationships and attracting new clients.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Illinois State Director

True Lacrosse
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead statewide operations and strategic growth initiatives
  • Initiated 200+ personalized calls to ensure seasonal registrations
  • Generated $20,000+ in new revenue through events and clinics
  • Oversaw social media campaigns to expand brand reach
  • Coached 4 teams across grades 6–11 with emphasis on skill development
  • Managed coaching staff recruitment and training processes across multiple regions.
  • Coordinated community engagement events to promote lacrosse participation and awareness.

Professional Lacrosse Player

Albany Firewolves
Albany, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: National Lacrosse League
  • Drafted 4th overall in the 2022 NLL Entry Draft
  • Named 2024 NLL Rookie of the Year
  • Recorded 96 points (38 goals, 58 assists)—the second-highest by a rookie in league history.
  • Set playoff rookie record with 32 points (14 goals, 18 assists) in five games
  • Broke franchise rookie record for most points (previous: 60)
  • Traveled over 30,000 miles during season
  • Delivered one of the most impactful rookie seasons in league history

General Laborer

Lottridge Tire
Beamsville, ON
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supported tire reconstruction and retreading operations.
  • Operated machinery for tire installation and removal tasks.
  • Assisted customers with tire selection and service inquiries.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety.
  • Managed scheduling for commercial trucking services throughout Ontario.

Youth Program Assistant (Volunteer)

Help the Sick Foundation
Denver, CO
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Supported underserved youth through educational programming
  • Assisted in the development of educational materials and resources for participants.
  • Facilitated workshops to promote personal growth and skill development.

Education

Certificate of Advanced Study - Higher Education Administration

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Denver
Denver, CO
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Culver Military Academy
Culver, IN
06.2018

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strategic planning
  • Revenue generation
  • Team leadership
  • Written communication
  • Negotiation tactics
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving

Accomplishments

  • Syracuse University Men’s Lacrosse, 2023, Leading scorer of graduating class (36 points in 15 games)
  • University of Denver Men’s Lacrosse, 2019 – 2022, Three-year starting attackman, Team-leading scorer upon graduation
  • Culver Military Academy Prep Lacrosse Team, 2016 – 2018, Team Captain and MVP, 70 goals and 25 assists in 25 games, Graduated as Staff Sergeant / Platoon Sergeant, Under Armour All-American
  • St. Catharines Jr. A Athletics, 2015 – 2019, Assistant Captain, League and Athletic Rookie of the Year (2016), Leading scorer in 2018

References

  • Gary Gait, Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse, Syracuse University, (410) 336-7434
  • Jon Posner, Director of Admissions, The Lawrenceville School, (413) 210-2051

Volunteer Experience

  • St. Catharines Minor Lacrosse Association, St. Catharines, ON, Assistant Coach, 06/18, 07/18, Mentored 18 youth athletes during practices and games, Provided coaching in both skills and team development
  • SCMLA Youth Development Program, Beamsville, ON, St. Catharines, ON, Head Coach / Assistant Coach, 06/17, 07/17, Facilitated drills, team exercises, and skill-building sessions, Supported youth alongside Junior A players

Timeline

Illinois State Director

True Lacrosse
01.2023 - Current

Professional Lacrosse Player

Albany Firewolves
01.2023 - Current

General Laborer

Lottridge Tire
01.2020 - 01.2021

Youth Program Assistant (Volunteer)

Help the Sick Foundation
01.2019 - 01.2021

Certificate of Advanced Study - Higher Education Administration

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Denver

High School Diploma -

Culver Military Academy
Alex Simmons