Emani Bilal
Chicago
Summary
Multifaceted leader and former Division I student-athlete with experience spanning educational leadership, athletic program management, wellness coaching, and organizational operations. MBA graduate in Sports Management with a background in building high-performing systems, leading teams, coordinating athletic and community-centered programming, and driving culture within fast-paced environments. Experienced in operations management, stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight, event coordination, and team development across education, athletics, and wellness settings. Passionate about advancing representation, leadership, and access within education, athletics, and sports-focused organizations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Level Chair & Science Department Chair
KIPP Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Design and implement a school-wide behavior and transition system that has contributed to a 30% reduction in safety incidents and improved operational consistency across the building.
- Supervise, coach, and support faculty members through performance management, instructional feedback, and professional development planning.
- Coordinate schedules, facility logistics, and cross-functional communication to ensure alignment with school priorities and operational goals.
- Initiate and execute school-wide athletic and community engagement events including basketball games, football games, soccer events, and annual Field Day programming, managing scheduling, logistics, staff coordination, and operations across multiple grade levels.
Head Competitive Cheerleading Coach
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School
Chicago, IL
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Directed all operational, athletic, and administrative functions for both high school and elementary competitive cheerleading programs, overseeing 40+ student-athletes.
- Managed practice schedules, competition logistics, travel coordination, athlete development, fundraising initiatives, and parent communication.
- Ensured compliance with IHSA safety regulations, concussion protocols, eligibility requirements, and stunting certifications.
- Oversaw team apparel procurement, budgeting, and activity fund management with an emphasis on organization and transparency.
Exercise Fitness Instructor Intern
Souther Illinois Unviersity Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided individualized exercise instruction and wellness support for 10+ cancer survivors participating in Southern Illinois University’s Strong Survivors community fitness program.
- Designed and implemented adaptive exercise programming tailored to varying mobility levels, medical considerations, and rehabilitation goals in a supervised wellness environment.
- Led multiple weekly strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and mobility sessions focused on improving functional movement, physical wellness, and participant consistency.
- Collaborated with university staff and program leadership to maintain safe program operations and deliver inclusive fitness programming for community members navigating post-treatment recovery.
Education
MBA - Sports Management
Concordia University Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-2023
Skills
- Operations Management
- Program Development & Leadership
- Athletic Event Coordination
- Staff Supervision & Coaching
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Budgeting & Organizational Planning
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
Timeline
Head Competitive Cheerleading Coach
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School
11.2023 - 09.2025
7th Grade Level Chair & Science Department Chair
KIPP Chicago
09.2023 - Current
Exercise Fitness Instructor Intern
Souther Illinois Unviersity Carbondale
01.2023 - 05.2023
MBA - Sports Management
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Illinois University Carbondale