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Overview
Work History
Education
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Jason Ori

Libertyville

Summary

Seasoned Hockey Director with comprehensive understanding of team management, on-field strategy, and player development. Strengths include leadership abilities, solid communication skills, and an innate ability to inspire athletes towards achieving their personal best. Notable contributions in former roles involve forging strong relationships within the hockey community and significantly improving team performance through strategic training programs.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Rosebrook Pools
Libertyville
03.1998 - Current
  • Created effective communication strategies between management team members and employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to operations activities.
  • Spearheaded efforts to enhance customer service processes while maintaining quality assurance standards.
  • Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
  • Established performance standards for staff members in order to drive productivity levels up.
  • Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
  • Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
  • Cultivated a culture of collaboration among department heads to facilitate cross-functional project execution.

Board Member

Libertyville/Vernon Hills Hockey Club
Libertyville
03.2020 - 03.2024
  • Mentored and advised less experienced board members, fostering a culture of learning and leadership development.
  • Monitored financial affairs of organization and fulfilled fiduciary responsibilities.

Director

High Performance Hockey League
Chicago
03.2012 - 03.2021
  • Organized Hockey Showcases for Boys and Girls.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Work directly with HPHL partners. Chicago Mission, Team Illinois, Detroit Little Caesars, Detroit HoneyBaked, and Compuware.

Tier 1 Director

AHAI
Chicago
03.2012 - 03.2021

President, Board of Directors

Chicago Young Americans
Lincolnwood
03.2011 - 03.2021
  • Provided strategic guidance to Board members on best practices for governance and decision-making.
  • Conducted annual performance reviews of Board members to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
  • Advised the Board of Directors on potential risks associated with proposed actions or initiatives.
  • Presided over board meetings and ensured that all decisions were made in accordance with the organization's bylaws.
  • Recruited new board members based on their skillset or expertise in order to strengthen the organization's leadership team.
  • Developed agendas for board meetings, facilitated discussion of pertinent issues, and documented resolutions.
  • Ensured operational excellence across all departments to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Created an environment that fosters positive relationships among athletes while emphasizing respect for teammates, opponents and officials.
  • Analyzed data from evaluations to identify areas of improvement in coaching staff performance or program operations.
  • Served as a liaison between our organization's board of directors and its youth sports programs.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and guardians of athletes with regards to team schedules, updates on injuries or illnesses affecting their child's participation in a given sport.
  • Recruited coaches and volunteers for various sport teams and activities.
  • Advised players on college recruitment processes when applicable.
  • Assisted in recruiting players for various sport teams by attending community events or conducting tryouts.

Director of Hockey Operations/Varsity Head Coach

Libertyville/ Vernon Hills Hockey Club
Libertyville
03.2018 - 03.2019
  • Managed day-to-day operations

Coach

Chicago Young Americans
Lincolnwood
03.2004 - 03.2018
  • Assessed physical condition of athletes to determine readiness for competition.
  • Observed practices and games in order to evaluate player performance levels and provide feedback.
  • Encouraged players with positive reinforcement during game play or practice sessions.
  • Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, officials, media personnel and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
  • Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
  • Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
  • Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.
  • Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.

Education

General Studies

Northwood Prep
Lake Placid, NY
05-1990

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Financial analysis
  • Contract negotiation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Performance management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Performance evaluation
  • Team building
  • Athlete development
  • Communication strategies
  • Coaching methodologies
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • 1988 USA Tier 1 National Champion Chicago Young Americans
  • 1989 Illinois State Champion Glenbrook South

Timeline

Board Member

Libertyville/Vernon Hills Hockey Club
03.2020 - 03.2024

Director of Hockey Operations/Varsity Head Coach

Libertyville/ Vernon Hills Hockey Club
03.2018 - 03.2019

Director

High Performance Hockey League
03.2012 - 03.2021

Tier 1 Director

AHAI
03.2012 - 03.2021

President, Board of Directors

Chicago Young Americans
03.2011 - 03.2021

Coach

Chicago Young Americans
03.2004 - 03.2018

Vice President

Rosebrook Pools
03.1998 - Current

General Studies

Northwood Prep
Jason Ori