Courtney Ellis
About Courtney Ellis
Courtney Ellis serves as the General Manager of Unleashed at Premier Lacrosse League, bringing over 12 years of experience in event planning and operations. She has held various roles in notable organizations, including Tough Mudder Inc and ESPN, and is passionate about mentoring young women in their careers.
Work at Premier Lacrosse League
Courtney Ellis currently serves as the General Manager of Unleashed at the Premier Lacrosse League, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked in various capacities within the league, including Director of Event Operations from 2021 to 2022 and Senior Manager of Events and Product from 2020 to 2021. Her responsibilities included managing all aspects of the event life cycle, such as ideation, strategy, venue negotiations, staffing, planning, and execution.
Education and Expertise
Courtney Ellis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Ithaca College. She also completed her secondary education at Norwalk High School. With over 12 years of experience in event planning and management, she has developed expertise in organizing a variety of events, including large-scale sports and entertainment events, overnight mud runs, and corporate gatherings.
Background
Courtney Ellis has a diverse professional background in event operations. She began her career as an Event Coordinator at Octagon in 2014 and has since held various roles at Tough Mudder Inc., including Event Operations Supervisor and Senior Producer for Live Events. Additionally, she worked briefly as an Operations Contractor at ESPN and served as an Event Supervisor at Bike New York. In 2022, she undertook a personal challenge as a Thru-Hiker on the Pacific Crest Trail, hiking from Canada to Mexico.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Courtney Ellis has successfully managed numerous events, showcasing her ability to handle the complete event life cycle. Her work has included large-scale sports events and intimate corporate functions. She is also recognized for her commitment to mentoring younger women in the industry, sharing her knowledge and experience to support their career development.
Networking and Professional Development
Courtney Ellis is actively interested in networking and sharing best practices within the field of event operations. She emphasizes the importance of building professional relationships and maintaining a professional yet approachable style in her interactions. Her passion for mentoring and supporting others reflects her dedication to fostering growth in the event management community.