Ethan Asnani
Chapel Hill
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven individual with a friendly demeanor, experienced in event planning and team leadership at Durham Academy. Proven ability in problem-solving and collaboration, demonstrated through successful coaching and organizing for the Durham County Special Olympics. Skilled in data analysis and presentation design from an internship at UNC, enhancing communication and engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Durham Academy Class Council
Durham Academy
Durham, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Work with an elected group to plan school wide events
- Execute and create ideas to better the school and community
- Find ways to connect with people across all barriers
Volunteer for Durham County Special Olympics
Durham County Special Olympics
Durham, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in organizing events for athletes, ensuring smooth operations and participant engagement.
- Coached flag football, basketball, track, and soccer, promoting positivity in all athletes
- Supported event logistics by setting up venues, distributing materials, and coordinating schedules.
Durham Academy Middle School Basketball Coach
Durham Academy
Durham, NC
11.2024 - Current
- Developed practice plans to enhance team skills and performance.
- Implemented training drills focused on improving player fundamentals and teamwork.
- Coordinated game strategies to maximize competitive advantages during matches.
- Monitored player progress, providing constructive feedback for skill development.
Speech and Debate
Durham Academy
Durham, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Three year competitor across all speech events
- Local and national competitor
- Three time National Championship qualifier
- Member of the team's leadership council
- Student Director of the Cavalier Invitational Tournament
- Fister energy and positivity across all events and all students in the program
Durham Academy Lacrosse
Durham Academy
Durham, NC
02.2023 - Current
- Member of the Middle School and High school program for a total of four years
- NCISAA State Champions for the 2025-2026 Season
Sudent at the Wharton Sports Business Academy
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Student under Rob Digisi of Iron Horse Marketing
- Learned all aspects of sports business and the world of athletics
- Worked on projects and presentation on the UFL to strategize how to grow an merging league
Intern at UNC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted with day to day projects and data analysis
- Collaborated with the General Manager of the Athletic Department Patrick Suddes
- Supported work in NIL and deals for current UNC athletes
- Prepared presentation materials, enhancing clarity and visual appeal for academic conferences and workshops.
Education
No Degree -
Durham Academy
Durham, NC05-2027
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Knowledge of athletics and a true passion for the industry
- Hard worker
- Willing to help in any way possible
Accomplishments
- National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist
- 4.1 unweighted GPA
- Placed 23rd of 550 in the national speech and debate championship competition
Timeline
Sudent at the Wharton Sports Business Academy
University of Pennsylvania
07.2026 - 07.2026
Durham Academy Class Council
Durham Academy
08.2025 - Current
Volunteer for Durham County Special Olympics
Durham County Special Olympics
08.2025 - Current
Intern at UNC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
07.2025 - 08.2025
Durham Academy Middle School Basketball Coach
Durham Academy
11.2024 - Current
Speech and Debate
Durham Academy
08.2024 - Current
Durham Academy Lacrosse
Durham Academy
02.2023 - Current
No Degree -
Durham Academy