
John Watson
Managing Principal

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About me
Attorney, Sports Journalist, Small Business Owner
Education

New Bern High School
1996 - 1999High School Diploma High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates 9-12
Elon University
2007 - 2010J.D. General Practice, Business Law, Public Interest LawActivities and Societies: Elon Law Young Republicans; Public Interest Law Society; Sports Interest Law Group

East Carolina University
2000 - 2004Bachelor of Science Economics; Applied Economic TheoryActivities and Societies: ECU club soccer; Pitt Greenville Youth Soccer Association
Experience

Baker Street Media
Jan 1998 - nowManaging PrincipalManage multiple contract employees and subscription-based websites covering a variety of topics including Duke University athletics, travel, and special interest content niches. Currently serving thousands of subscribers with tens of millions of hits and page views per year. As the managing principal, I am responsible for developing contracts and extensive documentation to support website goals. Hire writers and analysts to cover subject matter; coordinate coverage and scheduled reports. Maintain all compliance and accounting records. Show less

Navigon Financial Group
Jan 2004 - Jun 2011Registered Representative, Staff AssistantSupported top-performing team in selling insurance products and annuities. Analyzed key factors, including account history, rates of return, and emerging trends. Prepared compliance correspondence; ensured accuracy and timely filing. Evaluated customer needs; recommended products and advised of potential outcomes and risks. Compared performance of financial instruments with market averages and related metrics.

Jamestown Soccer Club
May 2004 - May 2011Head CoachHead soccer coach for '92 JSC Jammers Gold. Two national championships, grew age group from 15 to more than 70 in two years. Multiple high level championships. Helped players develop and execute college recruiting plans; organized and implemented fundraising initiatives.Coached the '94 and '97 teams as well.

Watson Legal, PLLC
Sept 2010 - nowAttorneyWe are a general practice law firm serving clients in Eastern, North Carolina. Our firm was founded with the philosophy that every client and business is unique and requires efficient quality legal and financial solutions. We pride ourselves on a reputation of integrity, diligence, and the ability to provide creative solutions to complex individual issues.

Greensboro United Soccer Club
May 2012 - Jun 2013CoachHead coach in U14 age division. Conduct practice, training, and game day events for travel team. Manage team finance, travel, and coordination of same.
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G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc.
Aug 2013 - Nov 2013Corporate CounselDrafted and negotiated contracts for work for business units throughout the United States. Worked with business stakeholders to provide counsel in order to facilitate informed business decisions that were in line with company and industry compliance standards.

Onslow County Soccer Association
Jan 2014 - May 2019Head CoachConduct practice, training, and game day events for travel level team. Manage team finance, travel, and coordination of same.2015 State Finalists U17 Boys
Licenses & Certifications

Florida Authorized In-House Counsel
Florida State BarJul 2013
NCHSAA Referee
North Carolina High School Athletic AssociationMar 2012
North Carolina Licensed Attorney
North Carolina State BarSept 2010
FINRA Series 6 & 63
Dec 2004
North Carolina Department of Insurance
Licensed Life & Health Insurance AgentAug 2004
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