# @elon-prssa on LinkedIn

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.linkedin.com/posts/elon-prssa_on-wednesday-november-6th-elon-university-activity-7394158065853419520-hPBo
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/64695705-companyelon-prssa-linkedin
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- **Posted:** 2025-11-11T23:44:19.688+00:00
- **Account Owner:** company/elon-prssa (@company/elon-prssa) — https://gondola.cc/company/elon-prssa

## Caption

On Wednesday, November 6th, Elon University alumnus Carter R. (2019) shared his journey from the Elon University School of Communications to his current role as Partnership Marketing Senior Account Executive with the Chicago Bulls!

When Carter first started his job search, he didn't know which roles to apply for and was targeting senior manager positions. After applying to countless positions on TeamWork Online without responses, he learned the importance of being more strategic. He advises looking for associate-level positions to get your foot in the door and being intentional about the jobs you're applying to, rather than applying randomly. Building genuine connections within organizations is crucial. Carter's connection with someone at the Bulls led to an interview, which eventually resulted in an internship that turned into a full-time position. Most importantly, thoroughly prepare for every interview by researching your interviewers and preparing thoughtful questions to ask them. Your preparation and intentionality will set you apart.

Carter also emphasized that people who are passionate, love to learn, and ask a lot of questions are super valuable in the industry. In his role of sustaining relationships with corporate partnerships, he relies heavily on both technical and soft skills. Essential abilities include writing concisely in ways that are easy to understand, strong people skills since he talks to clients regularly, and deck building, creating slide decks using tools like Photoshop and PowerPoint. However, Carter stressed that soft skills are what truly set you apart. The Bulls aren't just a sports brand but a lifestyle brand that creates mutually beneficial relationships with partners, and being genuinely curious and passionate about learning will make you an invaluable team member.

Thank you, Carter, for your time, wisdom, and encouragement. PRSSA loved learning about the work that is done in sports partnership marketing. Your insights on breaking into the sports industry and succeeding in partnership marketing were incredibly valuable to our members!

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Elon PRSSA | @elonprssa | https://gondola.cc/elonprssa | Public Relations Organization |
| Elizabeth Levin | @ElizabethGLevin | https://gondola.cc/ElizabethGLevin | Social Media Manager |

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