Theresa E.

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About Theresa E.

As a former NCAA DI Student-Athlete and professional basketball player, I bring a distinctive perspective shaped by years of competing at the highest level and a strong commitment to leadership and personal growth. My experiences both on and off the court have ignited a passion for event management, strategic operations, and addressing complex challenges to create meaningful opportunities, particularly in athletic and professional development spaces.Beyond athletics, my dedication to continuous learning and adaptability drives me to make a lasting impact across industries. By blending my leadership experience with a creative and strategic mindset, I strive to be a catalyst for positive change by helping, empowering and inspiring others to reach their fullest potential.Theresa I. Ekhelar M.S, B.A.2023-24 NCAA PGIP2024 Carla Williams (UVA) Mentor/Mentee Cohort2024-25 Big Ten Fellow (Rutgers Athletics)2024-25 NBA FBOSContact: theresaekhelar@gmail.com“Courage and confidence are what decision making is all about.” -Coach K“It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up.” -V. Lombardi“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are” -Theodore Roosevelt