I design, lead, and scale collegiate chess programs that combine competitive excellence with long-term institutional value. My work focuses on building sustainable, high-performance environments that support student recruitment, development, and university visibility.

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With experience as both an elite international competitor and a collegiate program leader, I bridge high-level chess performance with the operational realities of higher education. I work closely with institutions to ensure that chess programs are aligned with academic priorities, resource constraints, and broader strategic goals.

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What I Bring to a University

• Design and launch of collegiate chess programs, from concept to national competitiveness

• Strategic recruitment and development of elite student-athletes

• High-performance training systems and competitive preparation

• Program leadership, structure, and day-to-day operations

• Budget oversight and resource-efficient program models

• Tournament hosting, outreach initiatives, and external partnerships

 

Proven Outcomes

Programs I have led or helped build have achieved sustained national success, international visibility, and strong academic outcomes — even when operating with fewer resources than peer institutions. The emphasis has consistently been on efficiency, stability, and long-term impact rather than short-term results alone.

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How Universities Typically Engage Me

Institutions typically engage me to:

• Launch or elevate a collegiate chess program

• Design competitive and recruiting structures

• Advise on sustainability and funding models

• Lead high-performance teams and initiatives

 

I welcome thoughtful, confidential conversations with institutions exploring the development, expansion, or elevation of collegiate chess programs.