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Marshall Starkman

Marshall Starkman

Calgary,AB,

Summary

Dedicated high performance professional with a passion for driving excellence through program vision and athlete-centered outcomes. An authentic and collaborative leader adept at building strong relationships, fostering a growth mindset and thriving in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated commitment to the pursuit of excellence, making informed and ethical decisions, coupled with pride in achieving exceptional results.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
1
1
Language

Work History

Manager, Hockey Operations (National Teams - Para)

Hockey Canada
12.2015 - 01.2024
  • Led vision/direction of National Team program, Development and NextGen initiatives, including talent identification and recruitment; routine gap assessment.
  • Designed quadrennial high performance (HP) plan, season schedules and program budgets; maximized funding allocations to ensure robust HP program.
  • Rebuilt program culture, raised HP standards and accountabilities, established environment for success; led staff construction, collaborated on roster design.
  • Responsible for annual reviews with Own The Podium and Sport Canada (Athlete Assistance Program), managed stakeholder relations within Canadian Sport System.
  • Participated and finished on the podium in 4 x World Championships (2017, 2019, 2021, 2023); 2 x Paralympics (2018, 2022).

Owner/Director

Roger Neilson's Coaches Clinics
01.2004 - 04.2020
  • Managed day-to-day business operations including marketing, promotion, sales.
  • Led events, built program itineraries; identified and recruited world-class guest speakers, maintained customer satisfaction through legacy transition.

Consultant

Rugby Canada
01.2013 - 08.2013
  • Provided guidance on inauguration of nationwide rugby camps and coaches clinics.
  • Presented short and long-term plan for execution and 'blueprint' for success.

Director of Hockey Operations

Stouffville Spirit Junior A Hockey Club (OPJHL)
07.2005 - 05.2006
  • Managed day-to-day hockey operations; improved efficiency by overseeing budgeting, staff structure, roster design.
  • Led team to Division/Conference Championships, League Finals (36-team league).

Director of Hockey Operations/General Manager

Lindsay Muskies Junior A Hockey Club (OPJHL)
04.2003 - 05.2005
  • Managed day-to-day hockey operations, ensuring smooth functioning of all facets of the organization.
  • Established strong relationships with community stakeholders to generate increased support and resources for the program.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Arts - Film Production

Ryerson University
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Quadrennial/Season Planning
  • Cultural Development/Team-Building
  • Program Budget/Forecasting
  • Own The Podium Annual Review
  • Sport Canada Annual Review (AAP)
  • Paralympic Planning & Preparation
  • Staff Recruitment and Evaluation
  • Roster Design
  • Athlete Monitoring/Compliance (DTE)
  • Athlete Agreements
  • Nomination Policies
  • PSRI Initiatives
  • Travel Logistics and Administration

Quote

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others.
Douglas MacArthur

Work Availability

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Certification

Own The Podium

  • Canada Leads 'Pursuit' Program (Leader Cohort 1)
  • COVID Task Force (member)


World Para Ice Hockey (IPC)

  • Sport Technical Advisor


Certifications & Training

  • NCCP# 5710113
  • Respect in Sport (2023)
  • Game Plan Mental Health 101 (2023)
  • Sexual Violence & Consent (2022)
  • Safe Sport (2021)
  • HPD Accelerator Program (2021)

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Mondaycom

Kinduct Performance

Teamworks

Adobe Illustrator

Interests

Travel

Music/Concerts

Film

Home Projecting

Family

Mountain Biking

Timeline

Manager, Hockey Operations (National Teams - Para)

Hockey Canada
12.2015 - 01.2024

Consultant

Rugby Canada
01.2013 - 08.2013

Director of Hockey Operations

Stouffville Spirit Junior A Hockey Club (OPJHL)
07.2005 - 05.2006

Owner/Director

Roger Neilson's Coaches Clinics
01.2004 - 04.2020

Director of Hockey Operations/General Manager

Lindsay Muskies Junior A Hockey Club (OPJHL)
04.2003 - 05.2005

Bachelor of Applied Arts - Film Production

Ryerson University

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