Janard Estell
Fairfax
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Player Management and NIL
George Mason University
Fairfax
06.2025 - Current
- Lead NIL strategy securing partnerships with businesses and donors to expand student-athlete opportunities
- Guided student-athlete brand building through education on financial literacy, business etiquette, contracts, and personal branding, enhancing their marketability
- Implemented Elite Student-Athlete Program to expand NIL education reach across all sports in department, fostering broader engagement and awareness
- Oversaw 20+ student-athletes on NIL partnerships, ensuring effective management and support for their individual branding initiatives
- Manage NIL revenue-share program, ensuring tax compliance and athlete payouts
- Directed the Inaugural NIL Business Summit, engaging 20+ community business leaders
Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts
George Mason University
Fairfax
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Pioneered high-profile donor events (Investor’s Dinner) to deepen engagement and showcase organizational vision.
- Oversaw stewardship programs to recognize and honor major gift donors, enhancing loyalty and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Raised school record $906,204.64 for Mason Vision Day.
- Utilized donor management systems (Salesforce, MicroStrategy) to track pipeline progress, measure outcomes, and ensure data accuracy, enhancing overall fundraising effectiveness.
- Collaborated with donors to engage in matching gifts or challenge gifts.
- Curated quarterly donor newsletters to showcase athletic achievements, team milestones, and donor impact, strengthening donor engagement and retention.
- Organized and participated in sport-specific events with coaches, athletes, and alumni to secure financial support for programs, fostering community involvement and support.
- Executed ticketing and hospitality logistics for donors for Atlantic 10 Men’s Basketball Conference Tournament.
Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
Chipola College
Marianna
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and executed practice schedules and managed budgets, optimizing team operations while ensuring compliance with fiscal guidelines.
- Spearheaded administrative functions, coordinating travel, lodging, and meal arrangements for athletes and staff, enhancing overall team support.
- Monitored academic progress, implementing study plans to support athlete success.
- Facilitated athlete adherence to institutional and conference standards.
Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Directed the development of strategic game plans, driving team performance and competitive success.
- Managed budget allocations for team operations, optimizing resource distribution for maximum impact.
- Oversaw team business management, ensuring efficient purchasing and travel logistics within college budget constraints.
- Provided academic mentorship, supporting athletes' academic progress and eligibility.
Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant
Spring Hill College
Mobile
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Led fundraising initiatives, organizing events that strengthened program resources.
- Assisted in developing training skills and practice strategies, enhancing team's competitive performance.
- Developed daily workout schedules for teams based on coaches' instructions and coordinated logistical planning.
- Collaborated with other athletic department staff members regarding scheduling issues or facility maintenance needs.
- Supervised locker room activities before games, ensuring all equipment was accounted for.
Student Basketball Manager
Troy University Athletics Department
Troy
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Collaborated on practice planning and execution, improving team preparedness and overall performance.
- Coordinated annual game schedules and travel logistics, ensuring smooth operations with athletic department.
- Assisted in academics by ensuring student-athletes met educational benchmarks and maintained eligibility.
- Developed and distributed fundraising materials, increasing support for basketball program.
Ticket Office Student Assistant
Troy University Athletics Ticket Office
Troy
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Negotiated with season ticket holders to enhance their experience during the football season.
- Streamlined operations by updating contact databases and managing ticket sales logistics.
- Conducted outreach calls to acquire new season ticket holders.
- Managed ticket holder relations, executed sales strategies, and contributed to a 6% increase in home game attendance.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality, Sport and Tourism Management
Troy University
Troy, AL05-2018
Volunteer Experience
- Convoy of Hope Response Team, Marianna, FL, 02/01/23, Supplied hurricane survivors with water, snacks, and house supplies., Conducted a team effort in loading supplies into each family's car.
- Special Olympic Games Coordinator, Troy, AL, 05/01/17, Awarded medals to participants after the race., Organized the winner's bracket ceremony.
- Boys & Girls Club School Escort, Troy, AL, 03/01/17, Escorted children from school to the Boys and Girls Club., Assisted the children with their homework assignments., Organized games for the students to play.
- Troy University HSTM Nick Costes 5K Run, Troy, AL, 03/01/16, Served as a mile marker for the runners., Part of the clean-up crew after the event ended.
Activities
- Student Manager- Troy University Men's Basketball
- Student Involvement- American Muscle Staff Leader
- Chapter President- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
- Student-Athlete- Lurleen B. Wallace Community College MBB
Timeline
Director of Player Management and NIL
George Mason University
06.2025 - Current
Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts
George Mason University
10.2024 - 06.2025
Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
Chipola College
05.2023 - 08.2024
Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
Pearl River Community College
05.2020 - 05.2023
Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant
Spring Hill College
08.2018 - 05.2020
Ticket Office Student Assistant
Troy University Athletics Ticket Office
02.2018 - 04.2018
Student Basketball Manager
Troy University Athletics Department
08.2015 - 05.2018
Master of Business Administration -
Spring Hill College
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality, Sport and Tourism Management
Troy University