Emily Jean (Trakas) Clark

Emily Jean (Trakas) Clark has a diverse work experience spanning different industries. Emily Jean started their career in 2006 as a Senior Sales Representative at Novartis, where they worked until 2010. Following that, they joined Down Dog Yoga as a Yoga Teacher from 2009 to 2013.

In 2010, Emily joined Billy Casper Golf as the Regional Director of Marketing. After six years in that role, they were promoted to Vice President of Sales + Marketing and held that position until 2021.

Emily's next career move was in 2019 when they joined Buffalo Groupe as the SVP, Head of People + Culture. In 2021, they were promoted to Chief Operating Officer and remained in that role until 2022.

Currently, Emily is a Member at Chief, a private network designed to empower women executives and strengthen their leadership.

Through these positions, Emily Jean (Trakas) Clark has gained valuable experience in sales, marketing, executive leadership, and fostering people-centric company cultures.

Emily Jean (Trakas) Clark completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Virginia in 2000. Emily Jean then pursued further education at West Virginia University, where they obtained a Master of Science degree in Athletic Coaching Education. Additionally, Emily holds a certification as a RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher 200) from the Yoga Alliance.