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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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Hochan Lee

Hochan Lee

Sports Marketer
Seoul

Summary

CX Sports Team 1 Manager responsible for sponsorship activation and integrated marketing communications (IMC) across Genesis golf partnerships. Leads end-to-end marketing strategy and execution to maximize sponsorship ROI through hospitality, brand experiences, content, media, and fan engagement. Oversees business development, budget management, and stakeholder alignment with Genesis, the DP World Tour, KPGA, broadcasters, sponsors, and international agencies to deliver high-impact marketing programs.

Overview

2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CX Sports Team 1 Manager

INNOCEAN, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Achievements / Tasks

  • Executed sponsorship activation and IMC campaigns for Genesis golf partnerships, enhancing brand visibility and driving customer engagement.
  • Planned and executed integrated marketing programs for the Genesis Scottish Open, Genesis Championship, and Genesis Point, spanning hospitality, digital, content, PR, and on-site brand experiences.
  • Coordinated with Genesis, DP World Tour, KPGA, broadcasters, sponsors, venues, and international agencies to align business objectives and implement impactful marketing initiatives.
  • Managed project budgets and stakeholder relationships, overseeing end-to-end delivery of sponsorship activation programs for seamless execution and elevated brand experiences.

Sports Marketing Staff

Sportswave, Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Planned and managed major golf events, including 2021 DGB Financial Group Irvine Open and Porsche Golf Cup Korea Autostadt Qualifying, delivering high-profile experiences for participants and sponsors.
  • Coordinated with sponsors, KPGA, broadcasters, venues, and vendors to align project objectives, ensuring successful event delivery and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Managed tournament planning and budget coordination while facilitating cross-functional stakeholder communication, driving project success throughout the lifecycle.
  • Led on-site tournament operations and operational planning, ensuring seamless event execution and high-quality participant experiences.

Festival Event Planning Project Manager

Contents ID
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Planned and managed large-scale music and cultural events, including Greenplugged Festival, Gangwon Rock Festival, K-indie Live on Stage, and EVERYON: Worldwide Live Concert.
  • Led event planning and managed cross-functional operating teams to ensure seamless event execution.
  • Secured and managed sponsorships, developing partnerships and coordinating activations to enhance event engagement.
  • Coordinated with artists, production vendors, and stakeholders to ensure delivery of memorable live event experiences.

Sports Marketing Intern

Galaxia SM
03.2019 - 06.2019
  • Managed player relations, tournament logistics, and sponsorship coordination for KLPGA golfers, enhancing overall tournament experience.
  • Planned and executed operations for 2019 Celltrion Queens Masters, resulting in a seamless tournament experience for participants and sponsors.
  • Developed partnership strategies and sponsorship proposals for KLPGA tournaments, facilitating successful sponsorship acquisition and activation.

Sports Marketing Intern/Instructor

HMD Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing plans for Taekwondo studio, enhancing local brand visibility.
  • Planned and coordinated promotional demonstration events at Market Place Mall, movie theaters, and local schools, fostering community engagement and attracting new customers.
  • Managed event logistics and collaborated with local partners for seamless campaign execution, ensuring strong attendance and community involvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Sports, and Tourism, Minor in Business

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Urbana-Champaign
05-2018

Skills

Public speaking

Negotiation

Customer service

Teamwork

Decision making

Sponsorship management

Event marketing

Brand marketing

Tournament operations

Outbound marketing

Interests

Sports Marketing, Brand Marketing, Festival, Special Event, Event Planning, Travel, Football, Basketball, Golf, Baseball

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Korean Culture Center (08/2017 - 05/2018) - Promoted Korea to foreigners. Held Korean fashion show, and events to promote Korean foods, K-pop dance, and Taekwondo. Korean Student Association (08/2012 - 05/2013) - Served as a sports team. Operated and managed Basketball tournament, Soccer tournament, Baseball league, and Golf tournament. Korean Culture Center (08/2017 - 05/2018) - Promoted Korea to foreigners. Held Korean fashion show, and events to promote Korean foods, K-pop dance, and Taekwondo. Korean Student Association (08/2012 - 05/2013) - Served as a sports team. Operated and managed Basketball tournament, Soccer tournament, Baseball league, and Golf tournament.

Timeline

CX Sports Team 1 Manager

INNOCEAN, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Sports Marketing Staff

Sportswave, Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2022

Festival Event Planning Project Manager

Contents ID
08.2019 - 10.2020

Sports Marketing Intern

Galaxia SM
03.2019 - 06.2019

Sports Marketing Intern/Instructor

HMD Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Sports, and Tourism, Minor in Business

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
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