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Former Athletic Director of the Year joins 'Rising Coaches Search' in Senior Consultant role

Written by Rising Coaches | Jan 14, 2021 5:00:00 AM

Jeremy Capo, winner of the 2018 NACDA Under Armour Athletic Director of the Year award, joins the team at Rising Coaches Search and Consulting. Capo has over 16 years of experience working in athletic administration including stops as the director of athletics at Iowa Western Community College and New Mexico Junior College.

“We’re so excited to add Jeremy to our team,” said Adam Gordon, CEO of Rising Coaches. “He is a tremendous leader, communicator, and is widely respected in the world of athletics. Most importantly, Jeremy is a great person who genuinely wants to help others in our profession. His experience and relationships in athletic administration will add instant value to our mission in trying to help institutions find great leaders who fit their mission, vision, and core values.”

Capo is currently the Assistant Vice President at Mammoth Sports Construction where he works in development collaborating directly with High School and Collegiate coaches and administrators to design, plan, and build fields and facilities.

“This opportunity allows me to continue to build and grow in my role with Mammoth.  To be able to continue building long-term relationships with so many tremendous administrators across the country while also assisting institutions and Rising Coaches through my passion for people is a perfect fit” explains Capo. “I am passionate about working to align quality people with quality institutions which will ultimately create a wonderful experience for the student-athletes.”

Rising Coaches Search and Consulting was established in 2020 and has had success helping several organizations fill head coach, athletic director, and corporate positions. For more information on Rising Coaches Search and Consulting visit www.risingcoaches.com/search-firm