Bliden Elung
Columbia
Summary
Aspiring sports management professional with hands on experience in game day operations, event coordination, and athlete/fan engagement. Strong communication skills and a proven ability to support athletic programs, enhance the game environment, and assist in creating positive experiences for teams and spectators. Passionate about working in collegiate and community sports settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Retail Associate
DICK'S Sporting Goods
Ellicott City
11.2024 - Current
- Supported customers in selecting sporting gear and equipment.
- Maintained organized sports sections with an emphasis on performance products.
- Learned about athlete needs, youth sports trends, and gear functionality.
- Supported community sports participation through in-store service and product knowledge.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions accurately.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization for a welcoming environment.
Digital Fan Engagement & Promotions
Independent
Columbia
01.2019 - Current
- Built a digital audience of 600,000+ followers across platforms.
- Drove 15M+ content streams through targeted engagement and promotion strategies.
- Experienced in branding, community interaction, and online fan behavior analytics.
- Developed engaging social media content for various platforms.
- Analyzed audience engagement metrics to refine content strategy.
- Monitored social media trends to keep content relevant.
- Coordinated influencer partnerships to enhance brand visibility.
- Created, edited, and managed content for various social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube.
Game Day Operations Assistant
Howard Community College Athletics
Columbia
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Configured and removed equipment for games, ensuring proper setup of score tables and materials.
- Provided timing, scorekeeping, and sideline assistance to athletic staff.
- Coordinated spectator flow while addressing team requirements during competitions.
- Maintained communication between officials and staff for seamless event operations.
- Assisted with daily operations of athletic events and practices.
- Managed inventory of sports equipment and supplies for teams.
- Participated in team meetings to provide feedback on operational issues and solutions.
Education
A.A. - Business, General Studies
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05-2025
High School Diploma -
Oakland Mills High School
Columbia, MD05-2023
Sports Management
Towson University
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Game day operations and event support
- Sports industry expertise
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Leadership abilities
- Digital marketing promotions
- Audience engagement strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Quick learner
- Adaptability
- IT proficiency
- PC assembly
- Technical support
Additional Information
Strong interest in operations, marketing, or community recreation roles., Experience working in fast-paced sports environments.
Affiliations
Men's Soccer Howard Community College
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Retail Associate
DICK'S Sporting Goods
11.2024 - Current
Game Day Operations Assistant
Howard Community College Athletics
11.2024 - 05.2025
Digital Fan Engagement & Promotions
Independent
01.2019 - Current
A.A. - Business, General Studies
Howard Community College
High School Diploma -
Oakland Mills High School
Sports Management
Towson University