Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Alejandro Acevedo Medina

Hemel Hempstead,HRT

Summary

A dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of grassroots football and its operations, specialising in event management, league administration, and delivery. Demonstrates strong skills in time management, organisation, problem solving, decision making, and communication. Proven ability to work strategically with partner organisations and manage conflicts effectively. Proficient in basic IT and FA systems, with a commitment to fostering teamwork and collaboration. Career goal: To leverage expertise in football development and operations to drive impactful initiatives within the sports industry.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

League Coordinator

Hampshire FA
Southampton and Cosham, Hampshire
2024.10 - 2025.05

Helped with the delivery and coordination of 2 Mens recreational football leagues with 23 teams in total. This included liaising with club managers and scheduling fixtures and arranging payments.

Observer

The FA
2024.03 - 2025.04

Observer in The Football Association research study for the Youth Heading Trial. Observed and collected data by measuring how players normally respond to high balls. Attended over 70 games and observed around 900 players over a 1 month period.

Male Football Development Pathway Intern

Hampshire FA
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2023.09 - 2024.08

Supported the development of all male football in Hampshire. Worked with the delivery team in retaining and growing male participation across all age groups along with various projects to support leagues and clubs in Hampshire.

Volunteer Opposition Scout

Hamble FC
Hamble, Hampshire
2023.11 - 2024.05

Traveling around the county to watch opposition matches and providing the coaching staff with information about how their opponents are likely to play through written reports.

Research Paper Editor

Alberta FA
Southampton, Hampshire
2022.12 - 2023.01

I was the editor of a research paper analysing Canada's performance at the 2022 World Cup.

Recovery Assistant

IKEA
Southampton, Hampshire
2024.05 - Current

Helped to reduce waste by ensuring items are recycled, reused, or repurposed according to IKEA’s sustainability goals. Inventory management by tracking recovered items in the system and ensuring quality and safety measures have been taken. Worked closely with returns, sales, and logistics teams to identify recovery opportunities and ensure smooth workflow.

Operations Partner

John Lewis & Partners
Southampton, Hampshire
2022.10 - 2024.07

Efficient stockroom operations partner with knowledge in inventory management, order fulfilment, and stock control. Demonstrated ability to organise and maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to maintaining a well-organised and productive stockroom environment.

Delivery Coordinator

Home Depot
Kitchener, Canada
2021.05 - 2021.10

Responsible for coordinating and optimising delivery schedules, ensuring timely and efficient product distribution. Occasionally involved driving a van to deliver products when necessary. Ensured seamless communication with drivers, customers, and internal teams. Ensured safe and accurate deliveries while maintaining a customer-centric approach.

CO-Owner

Nomadic
Kitchener, Canada
2017.09 - 2021.10

Co-ran a small local clothing brand handling end-to-end operations. Led marketing campaigns, designed unique clothing lines, managed manufacturing, and coordinated deliveries. Thrived in fast-paced environment, balancing creativity, business acumen, and customer satisfaction. Collaborative mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong multitasking skills ensured brand growth and success.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Sport Management

Solent University
Southampton
2021.09 - 2025.05

High School Diploma -

Resurrection C.S.S
Canada
2013.09 - 2017.06

Skills

  • Time management & Organization
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Communication
  • Basic IT
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict management
  • Work strategically with partner organisations
  • Event management, League administration and delivery
  • Football development and operations
  • Extensive knowledge of grassroots football and its operations
  • FA Systems

Certification

Level 1 FA Talent Identification Dec 2022

Level 1 PFSA Oppostion Analysis in Football Feb 2023

Level 1 PFSA Performance Analysis in Football Mar 2023

Level 2 PFSA Talent Identification in FootballvMar 2023

Level 1 FA Coaching Certificate June 2023

UK Coaching Safegaurding Certificate Nov 2022

FA Safegaurding Adults Certificate Sep 2023

FA First Aid June 2023

FA Safegaurding Children May 2023

Languages

English
Native
Spanish
Native

Timeline

League Coordinator

Hampshire FA
2024.10 - 2025.05

Recovery Assistant

IKEA
2024.05 - Current

Observer

The FA
2024.03 - 2025.04

Volunteer Opposition Scout

Hamble FC
2023.11 - 2024.05

Male Football Development Pathway Intern

Hampshire FA
2023.09 - 2024.08

Research Paper Editor

Alberta FA
2022.12 - 2023.01

Operations Partner

John Lewis & Partners
2022.10 - 2024.07

BSc (Hons) - Sport Management

Solent University
2021.09 - 2025.05

Delivery Coordinator

Home Depot
2021.05 - 2021.10

CO-Owner

Nomadic
2017.09 - 2021.10

High School Diploma -

Resurrection C.S.S
2013.09 - 2017.06
Alejandro Acevedo Medina