Kornelia Semmelink
About Kornelia Semmelink
Kornelia Semmelink is the Director at the National Basketball Association (NBA) with extensive experience in media distribution and project management, particularly in the sports industry and international markets.
Professional Role at National Basketball Association (NBA)
Kornelia Semmelink currently serves as a Director at the National Basketball Association (NBA) in New York, New York, United States, a position she has held since 2018. Her role includes overseeing and implementing strategic initiatives aimed at expanding the NBA's media presence globally. She has played a significant role in promoting the NBA brand, particularly in the African market.
Previous Experience at National Basketball Association (NBA)
Prior to her current position, Kornelia Semmelink worked as a Senior Manager for Global Media Distribution at the NBA from 2014 to 2018. She also served as a Project Employee in 2010 for seven months. In these roles, she developed and implemented media distribution strategies that were crucial in successfully broadening the NBA's international reach.
Experience as Media and Communications Consultant
From 2011 to 2013, Kornelia Semmelink worked independently as a Media and Communications Consultant in Amsterdam. In this role, she leverages her expertise to advise on media strategies and communications plans. Her consulting work has contributed to various media initiatives and campaigns, drawing on her extensive background in the field.
Early Career Roles and Project Management
Earlier in her career, Kornelia Semmelink gained significant experience in various roles. She worked at Nedbank as a Project Office Support and Communications Specialist from 2006 to 2010, and as a Project Manager at Hoops 4 Hope International from 2005 to 2006. These positions enabled her to develop strong project management skills, which later proved essential in her subsequent roles in the media industry.
Educational Background in Communications and Economics
Kornelia Semmelink studied Communications at the University of Leicester from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics from the University of Cape Town, where she studied from 1970 to 2006. Her strong academic background has provided a solid foundation for her extensive career in media and communications.