Type Of Business:
Sports/Recreation
Expertise:
Urban recreation, time and event management; Youth and senior programs
Major Product/SVS:
Sports; Special Events and recreational services
Favorite Business Publication:
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
Who Moved My Cheese
Hobbies/Sports:
Coaching, Traveling,Chess
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Urban Recreation Management, California State University, Northridge (2006)
Affiliations Awards:
MLK Planning Committee,Friends of the Library
Career Achievements:
Commissioner of Youth Football Program
Winner of 2008 NBA's Dwayne Wade (Staples) Dream Park Challenge.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
During an award ceremony for our major at the University of Northridge California, I recieved all three awards that's given out each year. That night I hit a home run, thanks to my professors
Charity:
Volunteer, MLK Planning Committee
Number Of Years In Profession:
12
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work, positive attitude, and continued education.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he was coaching high school football.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing special events and programs; Managing daily programs for the youth and elderly in the community; Supervising four full-time employees and eight part-timers
Education Certifications:
CPR/First Aid
Emergency Management
Institute (FEMA)
Awards/Honors:
Awarded the Educational Equity Award for Academic Promise. (May 10, 2002)
Awarded the Educational Equity Award for Re-Entry Student. (May 10, 2002)
Awarded the Educational Equity Award for Spirit of Educational Equity. (May 10, 2002)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Upshaw hopes to complete his professional certification (CPRP) in Urban Recreational Management and move up from his current position.