Sam Galaif

Sam Galaif, MBA, has a diverse range of work experience in various roles and industries. Sam started their most recent position as an Account Executive in Brand Consulting at Elevate in January 2023. Prior to that, they interned at Wasserman as a Brands & Properties Intern from September to December 2022. Sam also interned at The IRONMAN Group as a Partnership Services Intern from June to December 2022.

In addition, Sam worked as a Game-Day Ambassador at San Diego Wave FC from March to August 2022. Sam gained experience in sports administration as an Athletics Operations and Special Events Intern at San Diego State University from October 2021 to July 2022.

Sam has also contributed to major events, such as serving as an NFL Super Bowl LVI Teammate at On Location in February 2022. Sam gained experience in sponsorship scouting as a Sponsorship Scout at SponsorUnited from April to August 2021.

During their time at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, Sam held the roles of Treasurer and Head of Fundraising for the Cal Poly Men's Lacrosse Club from August 2020 to August 2021. Sam also interned as an Athletics Compliance Intern at the university from February 2020 to May 2021.

Lastly, Sam worked as part of the Game Day Operations Crew at San Diego State University from November 2020 to March 2021.

Sam Galaif, MBA, has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Sports Management from San Diego State University. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration and Management, with a focus on General Management, from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. In addition to their academic qualifications, Sam has obtained a certification in Sports Marketing Essentials from Front Office Sports, which was completed in June 2022.