Karina Glaze

Operations, events, and communications professional with experience running events, campaigns, and marketing communications for a 75+ location, thousands-member national organization. Skilled in cross-functional coordination, brand partnerships, and email/lifecycle marketing. Pursuing a Master's in Sports Management while seeking hands-on experience in sports event operations.

Co-founder, Operations, Events, & Marketing - Girl Gains LLC

(2020-11)

• Co-founded and scaled a national organization to 75+ chapters and 1,200+ members; led events, brand partnerships, and marketing communications
• Planned and executed community events nationwide, including a Nike x Girl Gains event in New York with 150+ attendees, managing logistics and communications from planning through day-of execution
• Ran email/lifecycle marketing campaigns via Omnisend and Shopify, driving member engagement and supporting a dues strategy that achieved 40–47% full-year plan adoption
• Negotiated and managed brand partnerships with Nike and Gymshark, coordinating promotional activations and deliverables
• Wrote nationwide communications for chapter leaders and members including KPI updates, training materials, and program updates to ensure consistent messaging across 75+ locations
• Analyzed campaign data to optimize marketing and reduce attrition

Internship - MVMNT Studio La Mesa, CA - La Mesa, CA

(2022-01 - 2022-05)

• Supported day-to-day operations and session planning at a pre/postnatal women's fitness clinic
• Maintained client records and progress tracking for consistent delivery
• Led guided sessions supporting clients through pregnancy and postpartum recovery

Lead Medical Assistant - West Dermatology, San Diego, CA - San Diego, CA

(2024-06 - 2025-10)

• Coordinated patient communications, scheduling, and documentation across in-person and telehealth visits, ensuring accurate records and smooth follow-through on care plans
• Managed prior authorization requests and appeals with insurance providers

Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant - Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA - San Diego, CA

(2025-10)

• Manage patient intake, documentation, and post-visit follow-through, ensuring materials and records are complete and organized

B.S - Kinesiology - San Diego State University (2022)