Ariana Pinkney
About Ariana Pinkney
Ariana Pinkney serves as the Director of Planning and Operations for Monumental Basketball, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in sports management, having worked with organizations such as ESPN, US Lacrosse, and IMG Academy.
Current Role at Monumental Basketball
Ariana Pinkney serves as the Director of Planning and Operations for Monumental Basketball, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the basketball division within Monumental Sports & Entertainment. Her responsibilities include strategic planning, event coordination, and ensuring smooth operational processes to support the team's objectives.
Previous Experience at Walt Disney World
Prior to her current role, Ariana Pinkney worked as a Sports Event Intern at Walt Disney World from 2005 to 2006. During her nine-month internship in Lake Buena Vista, FL, she gained valuable experience in event management and operations within a large-scale entertainment environment.
Experience at ESPN
Ariana Pinkney was employed as an Event Manager at ESPN from 2018 to 2019. Her six-month tenure involved managing various events, coordinating logistics, and ensuring successful execution of ESPN's programming and initiatives.
Educational Background in Sport Management
Ariana Pinkney earned her Master's degree in Sport Management from West Virginia University, where she studied from 2004 to 2005. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in sports administration and management principles, contributing to her professional development in the sports industry.
Career History in Sports Management
Ariana Pinkney has a diverse career history in sports management. She worked as an Office Manager at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) from 1997 to 2005. Additionally, she served as a Student-Athlete Advisor for Lacrosse at IMG Academy from 2015 to 2018 and as a Special Event Manager at US Lacrosse from 2006 to 2015, where she managed various events and initiatives in the lacrosse community.