Ashutosh Dhanwad

Sports management professional and experienced football coach with a Master of Business (Sports Management) from Griffith University. Proven track record developing 250+ youth athletes, coordinating national-level events, and driving measurable performance improvements in coaching, event operations, and corporate roles. Combines elite sporting insight with business acumen to deliver results in sports organisations, retail, and community programs.

Football Coach at Football Queensland (2026-05 – Present)

• Plan and deliver community football coaching sessions for junior and grassroots participants, building technical skills, game understanding, and a positive team culture.
• Design age-appropriate training programs aligned with Football Queensland's player development pathway, supporting participation and long-term athlete growth.
• Build inclusive, welcoming training environments that encourage sustained community engagement and player retention.

Event Coordinator (Court Coordinator) at Football Queensland (2026-01 – Present)

• Coordinate logistics for community football events and competitions, including venue and court scheduling, staffing allocation, and match-day operations.
• Liaise with clubs, referees, volunteers, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth, well-run grassroots football events.
• Manage on-the-day event operations, resolving scheduling conflicts and ensuring compliance with Football Queensland policies and safety standards.

Customer Service Associate at Nike (2024-01 – Present)

• Increased customer satisfaction scores by 15% through delivering tailored, brand-aligned service.
• Contributed to exceeding team sales targets by 10% quarter-on-quarter by applying elite coaching discipline and teamwork.
• Enhanced customer retention by leveraging strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Soccer Coach at Beta Sports Club (2019-01 – 2023-12)

• Developed 250+ youth athletes through technical, tactical, and mental performance training, resulting in 40% improved team cohesion.
• Mentored players, leading to 2 athletes earning full 6-year scholarships at Bengaluru FC and others advancing to Dempo SC.
• Directed 50+ training sessions and competitive match days, increasing team win rate by 30% over four seasons.

CRM Executive at Decathlon Sports India (2021-01 – 2022-12)

• Achieved 90% customer satisfaction by streamlining communication workflows and boosting CRM performance.
• Improved operational efficiency by 30% through process improvement initiatives, reducing response times by 25%.
• Balanced corporate responsibilities alongside a competitive football career, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.

Volunteer at Khelo India (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Supported organisation of national-level grassroots tournaments, facilitating participation of 500+ youth athletes.
• Boosted youth retention in sports programs by 20% through coordinating talent development initiatives.

Master of Business (Sports Management) in Sports Management – Griffith University (2025-01)

Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) in Physical Education – Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University (2019-01 – 2023-12)