Brandon Simmons
Fairfax
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional adaptability. Eager to apply meticulous attention to detail and superior organizational skills to enhance operational efficiency. Proven experience as an operations manager will be leveraged to drive company goals and effectively meet evolving needs. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that promotes growth and innovation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
I9 Sports
Fairfax, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Manage inventory, maintenance, and distribution of athletic equipment and supplies across multiple locations, ensuring safety and operational readiness.
- Oversee roster creation and scheduling, balancing teams and maintaining accurate program data using internal systems and Google tools.
- Coordinate program logistics, including assembling and delivering coaches’ materials and ensuring all sites are fully equipped.
- Lead communications across all program phases, maintaining timely responses and clear updates to participants and staff.
- Drive operational excellence by supporting on-site execution, maintaining program standards, and implementing process improvements in inventory, scheduling, and program management.
Operations Manager
I9 Sports
Fairfax, VA
10.2022 - 01.2026
- Developed marketing emails for seasonal promotions enhancing customer engagement.
- Created venue schedules for six seasons annually ensuring smooth operations.
- Responsible for handling both email inboxes and providing great customer service.
- Coordinated equipment distribution and jersey provision for each season improving operational efficiency.
- Stepped up as site manager when required demonstrating leadership abilities.
- Created spreadsheets for coach recruitment and consolidations leading to streamlined processes.
- Directed interns on inventory management tasks facilitating effective resource utilization.
Operations Assistant
I9 Sports
Fairfax, VA
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in the payroll process by entering in weekly employee hours into excel sheet
- Created weekly newsletters that informed all participants what they needed to know
- Gathered and delivered equipment for the upcoming season
- Answered daily emails in two email inboxes
- Helped with equipment setup and instructing on the weekend when needed
- Assisted in giving out scholarships to low income families
Operations Intern
I9 Sports
Fairfax, VA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Dropped off flyers at daycares and elementary schools
- Drove the athletic director around when needed
- Created thank you cards for all the parent coaches at the end of the season
- Took trophy inventory and put the new plates on for the correct season
- Pumped up balls and got equipment together
- Created name tags for all staff
- Created jersey bags for all teams for the upcoming season
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness and Recreation Resources, Sport Management
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Email marketing using HubSpot
- Project management with Asana
- Google Workspace proficiency (sheets, drive & gmail)
- Banner design using Canva
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
I9 Sports
01.2026 - Current
Operations Manager
I9 Sports
10.2022 - 01.2026
Operations Assistant
I9 Sports
04.2022 - 10.2022
Operations Intern
I9 Sports
02.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness and Recreation Resources, Sport Management
George Mason University