Michael Adams
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Grade 12 Student at University Hill Secondary School. Motivated individual aspiring to pursue a career in business and/or sport management industry. Experience working in multiple different sport organizations, and played at the highest youth level of soccer from 2019-2023. Committed to gaining more relevant experience in areas of interest while upholding high academic standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bike Instructor
Pedalheads
07.2021 - Current
- Volunteering and working full-time over past three summers have provided countless experiences with important skills such as patience, empathy, communication, and organization
- Worked with kids ages 3-10 and extensive staff group at staple company in North American Children Sports Camp landscape.
- Gained experience in connecting with families, staff members and children
- Relevant to my career goals in sports industry
Umpire
Jericho Baseball
06.2018 - Current
- Umpiring has taught basic skills such as organization, time management, game regulation, and sporting operations
- Called upon to assist in all star games alongside experienced personnel
- Helping promote baseball in local community; contributing to youth sport development
Goalkeeper
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Elite MLS Academy
09.2019 - 07.2023
- During four-year tenure with Vancouver Whitecaps, one of Canada's Major League Soccer teams, served as goalkeeper in their elite youth academy, contributing to team success and undertaking numerous responsibilities, including extensive travel commitments
- Experiences encompassed competing in high-stakes matches across the USA, facing off against Manchester United's academy team, and engaging in networking opportunities to pursue spot on a Division 1 college soccer team, all of which instilled valuable lessons in professional relationships and personal growth that I continue to apply today, alongside commitment to tutoring and promoting mental health awareness within the athletic community.
Soccer Referee
BC Soccer
09.2018 - Current
- Refereeing has taught how to assert myself in high-pressure situations, communicate respectfully with coaches, and notice small details.
- Accountable to large rulebook and enforcing correct procedures in an efficient manner.
Assistant Curling Coach
Special Olympics BC
09.2023 - Current
- Contributing towards social and athletic development of 20+ athletes with cognitive and/or physical disabilities
- Responsible for maintaining safe, positive environment
- Communicate with staff and athletes, ensuring enjoyment regardless of context
- Promote diversity and inclusion, helping those in a traditionally marginalized community
Childminding
Local Family
08.2022 - Current
- Since meeting the Wang family at a summer camp, I've cherished the role of childminding their five-year-old, Albert, an experience that has enriched me both personally and professionally as I've guided him in learning skills and values. Mentoring Albert has not only honed my leadership and adaptability but also taught me to embrace vulnerability and value simple relationships, contributing to my growth as a mentor and individual.
Dishwasher
Cactus Club
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Being a dishwasher made me aware of how vital safety standards are to run a business and to keep everyone safe
- It helped develop time management skills
- Served as an introduction to a formal workplace
- Developed interpersonal relations with staff of different circumstances and backgrounds, such as age and nationality
Education
University Hill
Vancouver, BC06.2024
St Georges School
Vancouver, BC06.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Proficient in diverse basic technology
- Passion for sports; interest in business
- Customer Service
- Collaboration and interpersonal relations
- Awareness
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Information and Photo Booth Manager, CIBC Run for the Cure and Turkey Trot Run:
- Assist runners participating in community events. Administer photo booth, provide key information. Contributing volunteer to key fundraising events.
- Provide insightful logistical information in a concise fashion.
- Promote the success of initiatives towards brest cancer research and combating homelessness.
Languages
English-fluent
Spanish
Limited Working
University Acceptances
- University of Florida
- Ivey AEO Business Program at Western University
- Isenburg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
- McGill University
- The Ohio State University
- Texas A&M
- Huron University at Western
- Laurier University
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- North Carolina State University
- Syracuse University
- Indiana University
- University of Alberta
- University of Guelph
- Brock University
Timeline
Assistant Curling Coach
Special Olympics BC
09.2023 - Current
Childminding
Local Family
08.2022 - Current
Bike Instructor
Pedalheads
07.2021 - Current
Dishwasher
Cactus Club
06.2021 - 06.2022
Goalkeeper
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Elite MLS Academy
09.2019 - 07.2023
Soccer Referee
BC Soccer
09.2018 - Current
Umpire
Jericho Baseball
06.2018 - Current
University Hill
St Georges School