Gabriel Lara, M.A.
About Gabriel Lara, M.A.
Gabriel Lara, M.A., is an Account Executive at Hiebing in Austin, Texas, with a background in sports administration and event coordination. He previously worked with the Atlanta Braves and the NFL, and holds a Master's degree in Sport and Fitness Administration from the University of Houston.
Work at Hiebing
Gabriel Lara currently serves as an Account Executive at Hiebing in Austin, Texas, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he worked as an Account Coordinator at the same company for six months in 2021. His experience at Hiebing involves managing client accounts and developing marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility.
Previous Experience in Sports Promotions
Gabriel Lara has a background in sports promotions and guest services. He worked with the Atlanta Braves from 2018 to 2019 in Promotions and Guest Services for one year. Additionally, he served as a Utility Team Supervisor for three months in 2019. His experience also includes working as an Events Assistant for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Gabriel Lara holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology-Sports Administration with a minor in Human Development and Consumer Science from the University of Houston, which he completed from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Sports Administration with a focus on Employee Development from the same institution, completing it in 2019.
Background in Event Coordination
Gabriel Lara has extensive experience in event coordination. He worked as an Account and Event Coordinator at MELT Sports/Culinary/Entertainment for five months in 2020. His volunteer roles include serving as a Volunteer and Event Coordinator for the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee from 2016 to 2017 and as a Volunteer for the NCAA from 2015 to 2016.
Athletic Background
Gabriel Lara has a background as a student athlete, participating in Track and Cross Country. This experience has contributed to his understanding of sports administration and event management.