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Christopher Fordham

@christopherfordham

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I coordinate high-revenue community programs, budgets, vendors, and teams to deliver efficient operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to contribute my project coordination, operations, budgeting, and team leadership experience in a collaborative, dynamic environment focused on efficient program delivery and strong stakeholder relationships.

At the City of Hanahan Recreation Department, I manage financial operations for portfolios generating more than $500K annually, including a $200K+ seasonal program. I lead and schedule teams of 20+ staff while coordinating seven or more concurrent programs and community events.

I handle budgets, invoicing, vendor negotiations, contracts, facility scheduling, and stakeholder relationships to keep operations running smoothly. My background in business administration, sport management, and NCAA Division II athletics informs my collaborative, disciplined approach to project and operations work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Coordinator

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City of Hanahan Recreation Department

Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Directs end-to-end financial operations including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking for portfolios generating $500K+ in annual revenue. Leads a cross-functional team of 20 reports and manages lifecycle of 7+ concurrent programs and community events.

Budgeting Invoicing Expense Tracking Team Leadership vendor negotiation Event Management Contract Management Scheduling Client Relations Marketing RecDesk Microsoft Office

Recreation Assistant (Internship)

Byerly Park Recreation Complex

Jan 2022 - May 2022 (4 months)

Coordinated project logistics, facility operations, and event preparation for large-scale community initiatives. Streamlined office operations by maintaining documentation, managing scheduling databases, and executing administrative workflows.

Logistics Facility Operations Event Preparation Documentation Scheduling Administrative Workflows Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Coker University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Grade: Cum Laude

Activities and societies: NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Student-Athlete; Member of National Society of Leadership & Success

Earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Sport Management, graduating Cum Laude. Active as an NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Student-Athlete and member of the National Society of Leadership & Success.