Xavier Preston
Carbondale
Summary
Driven and goal-oriented sports administration undergraduate with hands-on experience in customer service, landscaping, and sports marketing. Strong communicator and team player with a background in creating advertisements, managing inventory, and assisting in event operations. Passionate about marketing and sales, with a long-term goal of working in the sales and marketing industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Crew Member
Various Local Clients
Carbondale
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Performed general landscaping duties, including mulching, lawn care, and property clean-up.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail and time management on various outdoor projects.
Sam’s Club
Akron
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Retrieved and organized shopping carts to maintain a clean and safe parking lot.
- Assisted customers with loading purchases and provided friendly, helpful service.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient operations.
Cart Attendant
Portage Lake Country Club
Akron
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided excellent customer service to golfers by preparing and maintaining golf carts.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the golf course and surrounding areas.
- Assisted with event setup and overall course appearance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Southern Illinois University (SIU)
Carbondale, IL09.2025
High School Diploma -
Stow High School
Stow, OH05.2022
High School Diploma -
Kent High School
Kent, OH05.2022
Skills
- Strong Communication
- Sports marketing
- Public speaking
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Teamwork & Leadership
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Customer Service & Time Management
Awards
- North East Ohio Athlete of the Year
- State and National Champion – Track and Field
- First Team All-State – Football
- MVP – Suburban League (Football)
- 4× MVC Champion – Track and Field
Accomplishments
North East Ohio Athlete of the Year
State and National Champion – Track and Field
First Team All-State – Football
MVP – Suburban League (Football)
4× MVC Champion – Track and Field
Timeline
Landscaping Crew Member
Various Local Clients
01.2024 - 01.2026
Sam’s Club
05.2022 - 08.2022
Cart Attendant
Portage Lake Country Club
08.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Southern Illinois University (SIU)
High School Diploma -
Stow High School
High School Diploma -
Kent High School