John Watson

John Watson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Attorney, Sports Journalist, Small Business Owner

  • Education

    • New Bern High School

      1996 - 1999
      High School Diploma High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates 9-12
    • Elon University

      2007 - 2010
      J.D. General Practice, Business Law, Public Interest Law

      Activities and Societies: Elon Law Young Republicans; Public Interest Law Society; Sports Interest Law Group

    • East Carolina University

      2000 - 2004
      Bachelor of Science Economics; Applied Economic Theory

      Activities and Societies: ECU club soccer; Pitt Greenville Youth Soccer Association

  • Experience

    • Baker Street Media

      Jan 1998 - now
      Managing Principal

      Manage 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 2011
      Registered Representative, Staff Assistant

      Supported 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 2011
      Head Coach

      Head 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 - now
      Attorney

      We 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 2013
      Coach

      Head coach in U14 age division. Conduct practice, training, and game day events for travel team. Manage team finance, travel, and coordination of same.

    • G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc.

      Aug 2013 - Nov 2013
      Corporate Counsel

      Drafted 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 2019
      Head Coach

      Conduct 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 Bar
      Jul 2013
    • NCHSAA Referee

      North Carolina High School Athletic Association
      Mar 2012
    • North Carolina Licensed Attorney

      North Carolina State Bar
      Sept 2010
    • FINRA Series 6 & 63

      Dec 2004
    • North Carolina Department of Insurance

      Licensed Life & Health Insurance Agent
      Aug 2004