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Ricardo Correia

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

A dynamic leader with a proven track record at Invictus - Strength and Honour, I excel in strategic planning and crisis management. Leveraging leadership and operational excellence, I've significantly enhanced company performance and cultivated strong external partnerships, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and operational oversight. Versatile business leader bringing 12 years of experience as accomplished sports businessman and manager. Strategic problem-solver and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President and CEO

Invictus - Strength and Honour, Unipessoal LDA
04.2014 - Current
  • Planned and organized sporting events, namely international training camps and exchange programs.
  • Organized sports corporate events.
  • Fleet management.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.

Head Football Coach, U-21

CF Estrela Da Amadora
08.2021 - 03.2022

Season Summary: Games: 17 | Win: 11 | Draw: 3 | Lost: 3 | GS: 59 | GC: 19

  • Streamlined game preparation by utilizing advanced film study techniques to analyze opponents'' strengths and weaknesses.
  • Enhanced player skill development with targeted coaching sessions and personalized feedback.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating coaching strategies and implementing best practices based on industry trends and research.
  • Boosted player recruitment by establishing strong relationships with coaches and scouting networks.
  • Developed a winning culture through fostering teamwork, communication, and discipline among players.
  • Improved team performance by implementing innovative and strategic training programs.
  • Implemented cutting-edge sports science practices to optimize player health, injury prevention, and recovery methods.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches for efficient distribution of tasks during practice sessions and games.

Head Football Coach, U-16

Casa Pia AC
08.2020 - 05.2021

Season Summary: no competition due to Covid-19

  • Collaborated with assistant coaches for efficient distribution of tasks during practice sessions and games.
  • Coordinated effectively with support staff such as athletic trainers, equipment managers, academic advisors, ensuring seamless operation of the football program.
  • Implemented cutting-edge sports science practices to optimize player health, injury prevention, and recovery methods.
  • Elevated overall athletic performance with comprehensive strength, conditioning, nutrition, and mental training programs.
  • Developed a winning culture through fostering teamwork, communication, and discipline among players.
  • Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.

Head Football Coach, U-15

Casa Pia AC
01.2020 - 03.2020

Season Summary: Games: 5 | Win: 2 | Draw: 1 | Lost: 2 | GS: 14 | GC: 10

  • Coordinated effectively with support staff such as athletic trainers, equipment managers, academic advisors, ensuring seamless operation of the football program.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between coaches and parents addressing questions concerns facilitating understanding their athlete''s role within the team.
  • Increased team cohesion by organizing regular team-building activities and events.
  • Enhanced player skill development with targeted coaching sessions and personalized feedback.

Venue Scout

Sportsdata AG
08.2013 - 02.2020
  • Live data supplier.
  • Improved scouting skills by conducting comprehensive training sessions and outdoor activities.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.

Business Executive

Down For Whatever
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Direct Marketing Activities – B2C and F2F.
  • Brand promotion.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction, addressing and resolving client concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Expanded market presence through targeted marketing campaigns and effective brand positioning efforts.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets through diligent tracking of leads, systematic follow-up strategies, and excellent closing skills during negotiations.

Assistant Football Coach, First Team

AC Malveira
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
  • Assisted head coach in recruiting talented players, resulting in a stronger roster.
  • Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviors.
  • Analyzed opposing teams'' strategies and devised effective countermeasures for increased success on the field.
  • Implemented strength-training regimens tailored to specific positions for optimal performance gains on the field.
  • Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
  • Counseled players dealing with academic and personal problems to help find resolutions and restore team balance.
  • Promoted a culture of respect within the team by modeling professional behavior both on and off the field.

Head Football Coach, U-16

SF Damaiense
07.2016 - 04.2017

Season Summary: Games: 16 | Win: 11 | Draw: 1 | Lost: 4 | GS: 52 | GC: 23

  • Improved team performance by implementing innovative and strategic training programs.
  • Promoted a positive image of the football program within the community with regular outreach events and initiatives.
  • Secured funding for program improvements through effective budget management and fundraising efforts.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches for efficient distribution of tasks during practice sessions and games.
  • Increased team cohesion by organizing regular team-building activities and events.
  • Implemented cutting-edge sports science practices to optimize player health, injury prevention, and recovery methods.
  • Achieved consistent success on the field by emphasizing fundamentals, situational awareness, and adaptive game plans.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between coaches and parents addressing questions concerns facilitating understanding their athlete''s role within the team.

Assistant Football Coach, U-19

Casa Pia AC
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Assisted head coach in recruiting talented players, resulting in a stronger roster.
  • Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.

Assistant Football Coach, First Team

AD Oeiras
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted head coach in recruiting talented players, resulting in a stronger roster.
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
  • Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviours.
  • Developed practice schedules that maximized efficiency while allowing time for rest and recovery periods.
  • Analyzed opposing teams'' strategies and devised effective countermeasures for increased success on the field.

Football Scout

NCFoot
01.2013 - 05.2014
  • Scouted, recruited and mentored football players.
  • Produced individual analysis reports.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Assistant Football Coach, U-19

Atlético CP
08.2011 - 05.2012
  • Assisted head coach in recruiting talented players, resulting in a stronger roster.
  • Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.
  • Fostered positive relationships with athletes, promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.
  • Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
  • Facilitated communication between coaching staff members, fostering collaboration in decision-making processes.
  • Developed practice schedules that maximized efficiency while allowing time for rest and recovery periods.
  • Implemented strength-training regimens tailored to specific positions for optimal performance gains on the field.

Education

Master of Science - Sports Management

Faculdade De Motricidade Humana
Lisbon, Portugal
06.2013

Bachelor of Science - Sports Science - Sports Training

Faculdade De Motricidade Humana
Lisbon, Portugal
06.2010

Skills

  • Leadership Team Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operational Excellence
  • Employee Relations
  • Crisis Management
  • Operations Management
  • Business Development
  • Negotiation
  • Company Representation
  • Strategic Visioning
  • Operations Oversight
  • Talent Recruitment

Certification

  • UEFA B License FPF 2016
  • Sports Director FPF 2021
  • Communication and Leadership ANTF 2024
  • Portuguese Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Korean
Elementary

Timeline

Head Football Coach, U-21

CF Estrela Da Amadora
08.2021 - 03.2022

Head Football Coach, U-16

Casa Pia AC
08.2020 - 05.2021

Head Football Coach, U-15

Casa Pia AC
01.2020 - 03.2020

Assistant Football Coach, First Team

AC Malveira
06.2017 - 12.2017

Business Executive

Down For Whatever
01.2017 - 01.2018

Head Football Coach, U-16

SF Damaiense
07.2016 - 04.2017

Assistant Football Coach, U-19

Casa Pia AC
04.2016 - 06.2016

Assistant Football Coach, First Team

AD Oeiras
08.2014 - 05.2015

President and CEO

Invictus - Strength and Honour, Unipessoal LDA
04.2014 - Current

Venue Scout

Sportsdata AG
08.2013 - 02.2020

Football Scout

NCFoot
01.2013 - 05.2014

Assistant Football Coach, U-19

Atlético CP
08.2011 - 05.2012
  • UEFA B License FPF 2016
  • Sports Director FPF 2021
  • Communication and Leadership ANTF 2024
  • Portuguese Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Master of Science - Sports Management

Faculdade De Motricidade Humana

Bachelor of Science - Sports Science - Sports Training

Faculdade De Motricidade Humana
Ricardo Correia