1Aaron Princes

2535 Warren Road

Indiana, PA 15701

December 14, 2009

City of Fort Collins, Human Resources

215 North Mason Street
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, Co 80522

Dear Human Resources,

I am a very motivated recent graduate student of Indiana University of Pennsylvania that is interested in the
Youth Program Coordinator position with the city of Fort Collins. Working with your organization would be
of the upmost positive experience and by doing so, I will be able to apply my work and volunteer experience
with the James G. Mills Fitness Center and Philadelphia Sports Training Center to the actual profession of
this new position.

Sports and athletics have always been a part of my life, and I am excited at the opportunity to continue to
work with what I love. My skills in working with people, technology, and various business aspects I believe
will be an asset to your company. Your mission to help and foster positive and productive young children
and students to be able perform at a high level, along with my ambitions and skills set should be a great fit.
Your dedication to servicing others at an elevated level is admirable.

I believe I am qualified for the position available. My previous work in guest relations and sales marketing
with a minor league hockey team, Indiana Ice Miners, has prepared me to further my experience in this field.
My extensive traveling background has allowed me to interact with many different people and cultures
exposing me to the diversities of the world. This also helped to develop my communication skills along with
expanding my ability to relate to different people and situations.

Your consideration of my request is most appreciated, and if you have any questions or need additional
information, please contact me at 724-762-0088. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Aaron Princes

Enclosure: Resume
 Aaron J. Princes
2535 Warren Rd. Indiana, PA 15701
(Cell) 724-762-0088 ∞ (Home) 724-465-1091
Email: aaronprinces@yahoo.com
Website: www.people.iup.edu/kxjl

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
To obtain a position that will allow me to further gain knowledge and expertise in the field of sports
management with the ability to apply it to everyday life.

SKILLS SUMMARY
 Excellent written and oral communication  Adaptable to varying environments and
skills situations
 Ability to multi-task with organizational  Excellent internet browsing skills with the
capabilities ability to create web pages
 Capable of working independently or in a  Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
team environment

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
White Township Recreation Complex and S&T Bank Arena May 2009- August 2009
Graduate Internship Position
 Sports Programming & Coordination
-Over 40 Baseball League
 Marketing & Advertisement
- TV commercial taping for local TV station in Indiana, Pa
- Advertisements for the Over 40 Baseball League
 Sports Equipment Inventory

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA January 2008- August 2008

James G. Mill Center for Health and Fitness
 Trainer
 Motivate clients and team members
 Assist clients in breathing exercises
 Identify specific training needs
 Apply first aid procedures
 Construct instructional programs
 Lead various recreational activities
 Monitor and communicate client progress
 Demonstrate each physical activity
 Apply and teach clients specific nutritional practices
 Provide clients with information and resources in regards to nutrition, weight control and
other lifestyle issues.
 Ensure that all exercise areas and equipment are in a safe and effective working condition,
including cleanliness being maintained
Philadelphia Sports Training Center, Philadelphia, PA Summer 2007
 Summer Internship
 Trained High School Athletes for improved sports performance
 Sales, Marketing,& Promotions for different events
 Marketed “North Philly’s Biggest Yoga Event”
 Created a press release packet
 Solicited general PSTC information to surrounding businesses in Philadelphia
 Came up with different marketing tools and strategies
 Perform administrative duties such as designing flyers and managing clients account records

Indiana Ice Miners, Indiana, PA August 2007- December 2007

 Sales Executive
 Maintained and developed relationships with existing customers via meetings, telephone calls,
and emails
 Visited potential customers to prospect for new business
 Acted as a contact between company and its existing and potential markets
 Gathered market and customer information
 Gained a clear understanding of customers’ business requirements

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA Summer 2003- Present

African American Cultural Center
 Office Aide/ Project ROCS Assistant
 Serve as a host/ hostess for guest lecturers/ performers
 Post publicity materials for upcoming events throughout designated areas
 Assemble materials ( letters, flyers, etc) for mailing upcoming events
 Assist as needed with student requests
 Serve as a Mentor for assigned students i.e. scheduling, class work, and social life
 Serve as a driver for guest lecturers/ performers of AACC events
 Aid in planning, designing, and implementing cultural enrichment and educational programs
 Assist with the design and production of office newsletter, organizational booklet, and
calendar of events
 Perform administrative duties such as answering the phone, filing paperwork, typing, and
greeting visitors

EDUCATION
 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, Pennsylvania August 2009
Degree- Master of Science, Sports Management

 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, Pennsylvania August 2008

Degree- Bachelor of Science, Sports Administration

 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, Pennsylvania August 2008

Degree- Minor – Business Administration

 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, Pennsylvania Summer 2005

Black Family Studies, Study Abroad - Morocco, Senegal, and the Gambia, West Africa
  National Student Exchange Summer 2003
Spain

 U.S. People to People Student Ambassador Tour Summer 2000

France, Germany, Switzerland, and Spain

 NCAA Division II Student Athlete Leadership Conference February 2008

Philadelphia, Pa

CERTIFICATIONS
 American Sport Education Program Coaching Certification 2008

 American Red Cross CPR Certified 2009-2011

MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES

 Intercollegiate Athletics: IUP Football, 2005- 2009
 General Member: Black Emphasis Committee, IUP, 2005- 2008
 President, IUP Sports Management Association, 2006
 Youth Group, Indiana County NAACP, Indiana, PA
 Volunteer, Chevy Chase Community Center, Indiana, PA

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

 United States People to People Student Ambassador, 2000
 Who’s Who Among American High School Students, 2003
 Who’s Who Among American High School Athletes, 2003
 Robert Lynch Student Leadership Award
 Fattah Conference on Higher Education Award Scholarship, 2006

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKING EXPERIENCE

 First Undergraduate Scholars’ Conference
Indiana University of Pennsylvania- Indiana, Pennsylvania March 2006

 National Student Leadership Conference

Rust College- Holly Springs, Mississippi January 2006

REFERENCES
Available Upon Request