James Kosharian

Developed leadership qualities and safety values while leading and taking care of 30-40 children in various sporting and physical activities throughout the Fox Cities. Effectively implemented a stand in the local farmers market for the sports department, selling the summer sports camps through mini basketball and golf games, showing innovation while being a creative problem solver. Used maximum involvement games and drills to enhance the children's energy and excitement, utilizing high-performance experience within the labor job as a transition to being given extra administrative jobs, such as monitoring the Sunday night men's basketball league and writing lesson plans for different sports camps (Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, etc.).

Youth Sports Counselor - YMCA - Appleton, WI

(2017-01 - 2019-08)

• Developed leadership qualities and safety values while leading and taking care of 30-40 children in various sporting and physical activities throughout the Fox Cities.
• Effectively implemented a stand in the local farmers market for the sports department, selling the summer sports camps through mini basketball and golf games, showing innovation while being a creative problem solver.
• Used maximum involvement games and drills to enhance the children's energy and excitement, utilizing high-performance experience within the labor job as a transition to being given extra administrative jobs, such as monitoring the Sunday night men's basketball league and writing lesson plans for different sports camps (Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, etc.).

Referee - Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association - Appleton, WI

(2013-05 - 2018-09)

• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills by enforcing regulations and making quick decisions, resulting in a high quality game.
• Led, taught, and analyzed younger, less experienced referees in order to provide essential feedback to strengthen their refereeing toolkit's.
• Illuminated strong communication and negotiation skills when resolving conflicts with players, coaches, and parents, to ensure maximum safety and fun within the environment.

Bachelor of Science in Business - Finance and Marketing - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (2022-05)

Minor - Business Analytics - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (2022-05)