
Timeline
About me
Regional Development Manager - Region 4 @ Operation Homefront | Fun, Energetic, Loves new challenges, and Going to new places
Education

Immaculata high school
2014 - 2015
Campbell university
2017 - 2021Bachelor's degree, magna cum laude sports management with minors in marketing and business administration major: 4.0, overall: 3.71
Fayetteville academy
2015 - 2017Diploma
Western albemarle high school
2013 - 2014
Experience

At ease candles
Aug 2015 - Apr 2018Marketing ambassadorCreated & implemented marketing strategiesCreated slogans & advertisementHand delivered products to customers

Fort bragg mwr
May 2016 - Aug 2016Lifeguard
City of charleston
Jun 2017 - Aug 2017Lifeguard and wsiTaught swim lessons with individuals & large groups (20-30 individuals)Swimmers included infants all the way up to adultsMaintained pool cleanliness & oversaw pool safety

Campbell university
Sept 2017 - Nov 2020LifeguardSupervised High School & College Swim PracticesTrained new lifeguards regarding their role & facility policiesProvided first aid and CPR until Emergency Services arrive

Campbell university athletics
Jan 2018 - May 2021- Operated handheld and stationary cameras for ESPN+ live streams, ensuring high-quality broadcasts. • Ensured media timeouts adhered to the game schedule, maintaining smooth event operations.• Oversaw game presentation and supported officials to ensure a seamless in-game experience.• Collaborated with the facility team to efficiently set up and tear down equipment before and after events. • Led and executed a variety of game day events and promotional giveaways to enhance fan engagement.• Assisted with music selection and other technical elements to ensure a seamless in-game experience.• Coordinated pre-game, halftime, and post-game entertainment, managing performers and scheduling to deliver memorable experiences.
Audio Visual Technician
Jan 2021 - May 2021Operations Assistant
Jan 2019 - May 2021Marketing Assistant
Jan 2018 - Sept 2020

Florence redwolves
May 2018 - Aug 2018Promotions and marketing intern- Greeted and welcomed special guests to games, ensuring a positive experience. - Managed game day productions and themed nights to enhance fan engagement. - Oversaw stadium setup and teardown on game days for smooth event execution.

Florence family ymca
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018Lifeguard and swim instructorTaught swim lessons to kids in groups of 10Helped trained new lifeguards

Ncaa
Nov 2018 - Nov 2018Marketing and promotions assistant- Assisted with pre-game, half-time, and post-game entertainment and giveaways. - Coordinated Color Guard and National Anthem singers.- Helped with presentation of awards after the final match

Big south conference
Mar 2019 - Mar 2019Marketing assitantExecuted marketing promotions and giveaways at the 2019 Big South Men’s Basketball Conference Tournament, including the:- Geico Shootout- Hardee’s Hot Shot Challenge - Sherry’s Bakery Doughnut Daze

Us club soccer
May 2019 - Jul 2019Marketing and operations intern• Assisted with the set up and tear down of National Cup XVIII & ENPL/NPL tournaments• Communicated with tournament sponsors & vendors• Helped with registration of teams & players• Hydration Manager - Managed a staff of 20 volunteers to provide Gatorade and water to 216 teams

Carolina hurricanes
Sept 2019 - Jan 2020Special event staff- Organized and managed special events at home games and across North Carolina to engage fans and communities.- Interacted with fans and distributed promotional items to enhance brand visibility and loyalty.- Promoted the Carolina Hurricanes brand through the Mobile Marketing Unit, increasing outreach and community engagement.

Ncaa
Dec 2019 - Dec 2019Marketing assistant ncaa mens college cupAssisted and executed pre-game set-up of venuePlayed music pre-game, in-game, and post-game

U.s. soccer federation
Jan 2020 - Apr 2020Associate, referee programs• Assisted the Referee Programs department with day-to-day operations.• Assisted in planning and executing of various Referee Programs & Development Academy Events.• Responsible for answering emails sent to the general department email account• Conducted research, track and contribute to the reporting of National Officials and National Referee Coaches.• Assisted with registration of officials while coordinating with State Associations to ensure all registration requirements are met.• Worked within various platforms specific to the Referee Programs and U.S. Soccer; including Game Officials, Salesforce, U.S. Soccer Learning Center, and Brainshark• Managed Referee Social Media Accounts- Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat Show less

U.s. soccer federation
Nov 2020 - Sept 2021Extended national teams, events and marketing internTeam operations coordinator for domestic and international camps and tournamentsa. Led player registration, logistical planning, and team support- Notable events: 2021 CONCACAF Futsal World Cup Qualifiers and 2021 FIFA Futsal World Cup • Generated and implemented initiatives to grow disability soccer in the U.S.a. Founding member of Disability Soccer Committee working group• Created and executed social media campaignsa. U.S. Disability Soccer Month- over 10,000 interactions, a 50% growth in Twitter interaction Show less

Usa triathlon
Nov 2020 - Jul 2021Events technical intern- Assisted with the logistical planning & execution of all USA Triathlon owned & licensed National and International Events in the United Statesa. Lead Technical Assistant for 2021 Endurance Exchange Virtual Conference, which had over 1,000 attendees worldwide- Handled conference website and platform development, over 150 customer service inquires, creation of graphics & pre- & post-event surveys- Created and led data processes improvements within the coaching education team:a. Improved coach email correspondence and certification process – reduced time spent responding to emails and certifying coaches by 50% Show less

Usa football
Oct 2021 - Jul 2023Events and engagement coordinator• Assisted in the operational planning and execution of 5 international tackle and flag football tournaments and friendlies in the U.S. • Managed operational and logistical planning for 20+ events including, U.S. National Team events, Flag Football events, Blitz Tour, College Football Playoff clinics, and Regional High Performance Camps• Managed event elements: event registration set up, hotel operations, catering F&B, equipment ordering, asset movement, inventory, organization of storage unit, and event teardown/setup- Coordinated and managed officials for all National Team events and tournaments Show less

Concussion legacy foundation
Jul 2023 - Jan 2025Program and events coordinator- Organized and executed 30+ fundraising events with budgets of $50,000 - $250,000, generating $2.5+ million in revenue- Managed all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, event staffing, budget tracking and attendee registration- Led the Stop Hitting Kids in the Head program, spearheading its expansion across the U.S. and CLF international chapters - Managed the execution of the Team Up Against Concussions program, cultivating and maintaining partnerships with key organizations (USA Hockey & USA Lacrosse) while facilitating custom opportunities for other potential program partners - Coordinated program execution for Flag Football Under 14 including stakeholder engagement for legislative action in various states and overseeing logistics for campaigns as they arise- Oversaw CLF College Alumni Helpline outreach and ambassadors. Show less

Operation homefront
Mar 2025 - nowRegional development managerOversees fundraising efforts in Region 4: DC, MD, NC, SC, KY, TN, VA, and WV - Cultivate and manage relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.- Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to meet revenue goals.- Identify and secure funding opportunities, including grants, third-party events, and corporate partnerships.- Lead and support regional fundraising and stewardship events.- Maintain and update the regional revenue pipeline, providing regular progress reports.- Collaborate with regional program teams to align fundraising efforts with program delivery Show less
Licenses & Certifications

Beginner google analytics certification
GoogleOct 2020
Grant seeking essentials certificate
NonprofitreadyFeb 2025
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Matthew DowningNC SHAPE Sports Management Future Professional of the Year NC SHAPE Nov 2020
- Awarded to Matthew DowningOutstanding Sports Management Senior Campbell University College of Arts and Sciences Award given to the most outstanding sports management senior
Volunteer Experience
Director of Programs, Fayetteville Next Committee
Issued by City of Fayetteville, North Carolina on Mar 2024
Associated with Matthew DowningCo-Chair of ELiS (Emerging Leaders in Sport) Community Resource Group
Issued by United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee on Aug 2022
Associated with Matthew DowningAdaptandThrive Pod Leader
Issued by U.S. Soccer Federation on Mar 2021
Associated with Matthew DowningAlumni Ambassador
Issued by Campbell University on Aug 2020
Associated with Matthew DowningSwimming Instructor
Issued by YMCA of the USA on Jun 2018
Associated with Matthew DowningBuilder
Issued by Homeworks on Jun 2015
Associated with Matthew Downing
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