Jordan Brantley-Prewitt
Senior Director of Athletic Events & Partnerships @University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Director of Athletic Events & Partnerships @University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
Knoxville, TN, US
Lead all athletic alumni engagement strategy, managing $500K+ in budgets and 50+ annual events nationwide.Drive strategic planning and on-site execution for high-profile tailgates, postseason events, and tournaments, boosting donor and fan engagement.Strengthened cross-campus and Athletics Department partnerships to expand outreach and event ROI.Launched innovative donor outreach and virtual engagement strategies, generating 2M+ digital impressions and increased alumni touchpoints.Spearheaded the implementation of Connect UT, a networking platform now supporting users.Appointed Interim Executive Director (April–Nov 2024), overseeing alumni events and a full-time team.Founded and chair the SEC Alumni Event Professionals consortium, fostering collaboration across 14 universities.Established mission-aligned community partnerships and launched UT’s 40 Under 40 program with year-over-year growth and enhanced alumni experiences.
EDUCATION
University of Florida
Master’s Degree, Sport Management
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
ABOUT JORDAN BRANTLEY-PREWITT
Event Planning Professional | Alumni Engagement | Athletic & Stewardship Events | Strategic Relationship BuilderPassionate and results-driven event planner with over a decade of experience across athletics, higher education, and the corporate sector. I specialize in crafting meaningful and memorable experiences—from intimate, high-touch gatherings to large-scale events designed to maximize engagement and strengthen community bonds.My career has been defined by a strong foundation in communication, strategic planning, and a commitment to service excellence. I bring a holistic, people-first approach to event management, rooted in inclusion, creativity, and relationship-building. Whether leading a donor stewardship dinner or coordinating a major alumni weekend, I thrive on transforming visions into seamless, impactful events. Key Strengths: Communication | Leadership Development | Organizational Excellence | Customer Service | Innovation | Inclusion CliftonStrengths: Achiever | Discipline | Consistency | Competition | Empathy Education:* M.S. in Sport Management – University of Florida (2016)* B.A. in Communication Studies – University of Tennessee (2014) Native of Smyrna, TN Guiding Quotes:\"Teamwork is what makes common people capable of uncommon results.\" – Pat Summitt\"Responsibility equals accountability equals ownership. And a sense of ownership is the most powerful weapon a team organization can have.\" – Pat Summitt\"Life\'s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?\" – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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