Matthew DeLuca
Liberty University
LYNCHBURG
11
years of professional experience
Experienced athletics development leader driving membership growth, premium event operations, and donor stewardship. Managed $1M+ budgets, led teams supporting 5,500+ members, and helped generate $30M+ for Liberty Athletics.
Work History
Flames Club Director of Development Operations
8 Months- Oversee all premium hospitality for Liberty Athletics donors. Working with different internal and external groups to bring the highest quality donor experience.
- Manage a budget of $1M+ to steward our donors through gameday experiences, gifts, professional development, golf tournaments, and more.
- Oversee an operations team that executes over 75 events in a calendar year servicing over 5,500 members. These events include premium hospitality on game days, an annual gala, Hall of Fame induction, donor trips to away games, luncheons, tailgates, and more.
- Serve as a senior staff member in our department to strategically plan future campaigns, stadium renovations, Flames Club initiatives, and donor stewardship.
Flames Club Assistant Director Membership Services
3 Years 5 Months- Worked both on our fundraising team as well as operations team to service over 5,000 Flames Club Members
- Assisted in the growth of our member total from 1,700 to over 5,000 through Flames Club campaigns and athletic success.
- Led fundraising efforts that resulted in over $30,000,000 for Liberty Athletics between 2022-2026.
- Managed an operations team that executed all football, basketball, and baseball events for our donors.
- Managed all operational requirements for our VRBO Fiesta Bowl NY6 bowl game, NCAA March Madness tournament appearances, and other national postseason events. This included travel, donor events, charter flights, budget, and more.
Flames Club Graduate Assistant
3 Years- Coordinated Liberty Athletics game day operations to ensure seamless event execution.
- Managed a team of 40 game day parking attendants to enhance attendee experience.
- Work with our operations team to prepare and execute over 50 events annually.
- Assisted in all Liberty Athletics game day operations.
- Answered donor phone calls and provided services regarding their membership and tickets.
Dining Room Server
3 Years 8 Months- Greeted guests promptly, presented menus, and guided selections through daily specials and beverage offerings.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally, ensuring positive dining experiences and repeat patron satisfaction.
- Assisted management in maintaining a well-stocked inventory of supplies to ensure seamless daily operations and minimize disruptions due to shortages or discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
MBA - Business Administration
Skills
Donor engagement
Event logistics
Budget management
Capital campaign management
Team development
Event management
Staff training
Donor relations
Problem-solving
Customer service leadership
Timeline
Flames Club Director of Development Operations
Liberty University
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Flames Club Assistant Director Membership Services
Liberty University
09.2022 - 02.2026Read More
Flames Club Graduate Assistant
Liberty University
08.2019 - 08.2022Read More
Dining Room Server
Stoneforge Tavern & Publick House
12.2015 - 08.2019Read More
Liberty University
MBA from Business Administration
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Liberty University
Bachelor of Science from Sport Management
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