Ben Katz
Toronto
Summary
Entrepreneurial and driven business student with experience in sales, event management, and leadership. Founder of a successful sports card business generating over $150,000 in sales. Skilled in relationship building, organization, and project coordination. Recognized for strong initiative, teamwork, and ability to connect with diverse communities. Current Huron University BMOS student with Ivey AEO status, passionate about business development and community impact.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Card Specialist
Mintink Trading Cards
01.2023
- Recruited by Canada’s #1 sports card shop to assist at the country’s largest card show.
- Applied expertise to support event logistics and provide insights to collectors and vendors.
Founder
416 Sports Cards
2020 - Current
- Generated over $150,000 in sales through buying, selling, and trading sports cards.
- Built and maintained organized sales tracking and financial reports using Google Sheets.
- Organized a card show with 250+ attendees and 50 vendors, securing sponsorships to cover event costs.
- Traveled across North America (Chicago, Cleveland, Miami, Los Angeles, Toronto, Las Vegas, and more) to attend major trade shows and strengthen industry connections.
Camp Counselor
Ivy Day Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led and supervised a group of 20 children during a full-day trip to an overnight camp, ensuring their safety and engagement while coordinating transportation and activities.
Ice Hockey Referee
Forest Hill Hockey Association
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Officiated youth and competitive hockey games, ensuring fair play and enforcing rules consistently.
- Maintained composure and made quick, accurate decisions under pressure in fast-paced environments.
- Communicated effectively with coaches, players, and fellow officials to resolve disputes and maintain game flow.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and professionalism while managing high-intensity situations on the ice.
Time Keeper
Gthl Hockey Club
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Senior Counselor
Ivey Day Camp
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Promoted from Junior to Senior Counselor in recognition of leadership and responsibility.
- Led groups of campers, fostering positive relationships with both children and parents.
- Extended responsibilities into babysitting opportunities through trust built with families.
Education
Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies - BMOS
Huron University
London, ON06-2029
High School Diploma - undefined
The Anne & Max Tanenbaum Community Hebrew Academy of Toronto
06.2025
Skills
- Business Development & Sales
- Event Management & Sponsorships
- Google Sheets & Data Tracking
- Leadership & Team Mentorship
- Customer Service & Communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Analytical thinking
- Customer relations
Websites
Certification
- Bronze Cross (2024)
- Bronze Medallion (2023)
- Full G Driver’s License
- First Aid & Babysitting Certification
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Ivy Day Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
Ice Hockey Referee
Forest Hill Hockey Association
09.2023 - 03.2025
Sports Card Specialist
Mintink Trading Cards
01.2023
Senior Counselor
Ivey Day Camp
01.2022 - 01.2023
Time Keeper
Gthl Hockey Club
09.2021 - 11.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
The Anne & Max Tanenbaum Community Hebrew Academy of Toronto
Founder
416 Sports Cards
2020 - Current
Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies - BMOS
Huron University
Additional Interests
Passionate golfer with experience playing internationally (Thailand, Israel, Muskoka, Toronto)., Traveled extensively to Thailand, Japan, Greece, Italy, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, and throughout the United States., Enthusiastic about networking and community building.
Leadership & Volunteer Experience
- DECA Team Member | Tanenbaum CHAT
- 2021 – 2024
- Captain of My Rep Hockey Team