Janel Saunders, Ms
About Janel Saunders, Ms
Janel Saunders is an Account Executive in Ticket Sales at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, where she develops partnerships to enhance fan engagement for the Washington Mystics and Capital City Go-Go. She has a strong background in sports management, having worked in various roles within the industry and holds a Master of Science in Sport Management from The George Washington University.
Current Role at Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Janel Saunders serves as an Account Executive in Ticket Sales at Monumental Sports & Entertainment. In this role, she develops partnerships with local businesses and charitable foundations to enhance fan engagement for the Washington Mystics and Capital City Go-Go. She focuses on creating memorable fan experiences by collaborating with social organizations. Her efforts are directed towards servicing fans directly and enhancing their game day experiences.
Previous Experience in Sports Management
Before her current position, Janel Saunders worked in various roles within the sports industry. She was part of the Wizards Game Night Staff at Monumental Sports & Entertainment for six months in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Ticket Sales and Services Intern for the Washington Redskins for three months in 2019 and as a Sports Marketing Intern at American University for four months in 2018. She also held the position of Football Film Coordinator Assistant at Winston-Salem State University for one year.
Educational Background in Sport Management
Janel Saunders holds a Master of Science (MS) in Sport Management from The George Washington University School of Business, where she studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sport Management (Management & Administration) from Winston-Salem State University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. She also graduated with a diploma from School Without Walls High School from 2009 to 2013.
Volunteer Experience in Athletic Operations
Janel Saunders has a history of volunteer work in athletic operations. She volunteered for four years in Game Day Operations at Winston-Salem State University from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she completed a two-month internship as a Compliance Intern at the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) in 2017. These experiences contributed to her understanding of sports management and operations.
Work Experience Outside Sports
In addition to her sports-related roles, Janel Saunders worked as a Merchandise & Service Coordinator at Ulta Beauty for two years from 2019 to 2021. This position allowed her to develop skills in customer service and merchandise coordination, which complement her sports management expertise.