Staff

Front Office

Ontavius McCullough

Owner / General Manager

Phone407-753-4384

Founded in 2018, the team is owned by an innovating & accomplished entrepreneur, Ontavius McCullough. With over 13 years of youth sports development and operational experience, Ontavius is also the owner of a thriving youth sports organization Boom Sports Academy which was founded in 2016.

Creating the “Boom Experience” includes the planning, development, and operation of institutional sports camps throughout Central Florida. Boom’s Community Outreach Programs include local churches, food pantries, businesses and so much more.

Ontavius has a vision not only to “Boom” our local neighborhoods and communities, but our region and state.

In Ontavius’ entrepreneurial pursuits, he has connected himself to unique opportunities. “Learning is half the fun of doing and keeps your mind sharp and your skills fresh.”

Boom Sports Academy President / CEO - Boom Sports Academy

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Chrystal Brito

Executive Assistant

Phone407-753-4384

Emailexecutive.assistant@theorlandoboom.com

Jasmine Roberson

Director of Operations

Phone407-753-4384

Emailoperations@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

The Director of Operations will work with the front office staff in the flow of daily correspondence and day to day operations. Work with General Manager to develop short and long-range planning. Make recommendations to the General Manager to improve/change current policies/procedures. Responsible for coordinating the Head Coach and Players calendar in regards to and appearances in the community. This position will also plan and coordinate Community Relations and work with different areas in the community and create volunteer opportunities for Boom.

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Al Pena

Director of Security

Phone407-753-4384

Emailsecurity@theorlandoboom.com

10 plus years of Hospital Security experience for Orlando’s Only Level One Trauma Center
· Law Enforcement Academy Graduate at Seminole State College-2011
· Security Escort Team for the Cleveland Cavilers during the 2009 Eastern Conference Finals
· Security Escort Team for the Governor Rick Scott during his visit to Orlando Health after pulse
· International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety Certified
· Amway Arena Security Lead for the Orlando Magic 2008-2010
· Experience includes guard services, armored transport, and retail loss prevention, investigations, executive protection and College Campus Security.
· Currently Orlando Health Corporate Security Lieutenant
· Worked in the private sector as a security supervisor for several high-rise building accounts in downtown Orlando. I was responsible for the safety and security of thousands of employees at various locations including the SunTrust and Bank of America building.

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Director of Game Day Operations

Phone407-753-4384

Emailgameday@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

Director of Game Day Operations is a broad field that comes with responsibilities in planning, setting up for, and managing all game day events in a sporting facility. Director of Game Day Operations are involved in creating operational publications, such as inclement weather policies, emergency response plans, heat management plans, and visiting team guides. Also, will be responsible for establishing game day budgets, managing coordinating staffing needs, assisting facility managers in upkeep, training interns, developing production sheets, timing special events, directing music selection, and booking half-time entertainment. In today’s digital world, game-day operations often includes maintaining a team’s websites, photo archives, and social media pages after games too.

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Mercedes Sirmons

Director of Player Development

Phone407-753-4384

Emailplayerdevelopment@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

The purpose of this role is to promote the personal and professional development and well-being of players through empowering them to take ownership of their own development both on and off the court.

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Director of Fan Experience

Phone407-753-4384

Emailfanexperience@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

This position will plan an integral role in the coordination and strategic development, implementation, and activation of comprehensive marketing and ticket sales plans, revenue generation, fan engagement and organizational branding outreach.

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Dance Director

Phone407-753-4384

EmailSend a message

Position Description

The Dance Director provides guidance and is expected to:

Understand, communicate, and assist in ensuring dancer conformance with the Dancer By Laws and dancer contract.
Conduct and supervise dance auditions for the upcoming season. Evaluate and select team members during team auditions (date pending).
Choreograph a minimum of 4-6 routines, using music and choreography appropriate for an educational/family setting.
Highlight dancers’ unique qualities while continuing to instruct all members to improve everyone’s technique and abilities.
Organize, prepare for and lead productive practice sessions in a positive, inspiring environment that promotes self-esteem, teamwork and pride in the Boom Dance Team.
Prepare team for performances at approximately 5 basketball home games and may participate in some community events as well. Other events may be added if there is enough team interest.
Make recommendations for necessary apparel items that are needed for competitions and/or dance performances within budgetary constraints. All recommendations are to be approved by General Manager.
Work with Director of Game Day Operations and Director of Operations on various aspects of managing the team including, but not limited to, practice times and locations, dancer eligibility, game performance schedules, and any other matters that affect scheduled dance performances.
Work with Director of Operations on any team issues, concerns, communications, or needs required to meet team objectives.
Abide by the Orlando Boom Code of Conduct.
Communicate regularly with the Director of Operations.
Communicate regularly with dancers regarding scheduling for games and practices, and uniforms, hair and makeup styles for performances.

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Austin Johnson

Director of Hospitality

Phone407-753-4384

Emailhospitality@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

The purpose of the role of Director of Hospitality is to work with General Manager to develop short and long-range planning. Make recommendations to the General Manager to improve/change current policies/procedures. Orchestrating the operation while Guests are present and ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation. Oversee multiple seating areas and styles of service, while ensuring operational compliance to food preparation, food safety, and loss prevention standards as well as adherence to applicable government health regulations. Strong attention to detail, exhibiting professional excellence and driving optimal performance through table touching, Guest interaction, and #BoomNation engagement.

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Director of Media

Phone407-753-4384

Emailmedia@theorlandoboom.com

Position Description

The Director of Media will administer the company’s social media marketing and advertising. Administration includes but is not limited to:

Deliberate planning, strategy and goal setting
Development of brand awareness and online reputation
Content management (including website)
SEO (search engine optimization) and generation of inbound traffic
Reputation management
Create a regular publishing schedule and promote content through social advertising.
Implement a content editorial calendar to manage content and plan specific, timely marketing campaigns.
Manage or oversee all social advertising campaign

The Director of Media is a highly motivated, creative individual with experience and a passion for connecting with current and future customers. That passion comes through as she/he engages with customers on a daily basis, with the ultimate goal of:

Turning fans into customers.
Turning customers into advocates.

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