I am a sports business professional with hands-on experience across golf, surfing, and major international sporting events. I have a strong background in sustainability strategy, partnerships, and venue operations, and I excel at delivering co-driven sports initiatives and supporting large-scale event execution.

Arush Wad

I am a sports business professional with hands-on experience across golf, surfing, and major international sporting events. I have a strong background in sustainability strategy, partnerships, and venue operations, and I excel at delivering co-driven sports initiatives and supporting large-scale event execution.

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I am a sports business professional with hands-on experience across golf, surfing, and major international sporting events.

I have a strong background in sustainability strategy, partnerships, and venue operations, and I excel at delivering co-driven sports initiatives and supporting large-scale event execution.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent
Indonesian
Intermediate
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

General Manager at Asian Surf Cooperative
August 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Secured strategic sponsorships valued at 200 million IDR for 3 events (Surf Groms Final, Liga Surfing Indonesia 2025, Earth Island Surf Fest 2025). Led sustainability initiatives to prevent over 100 kg of waste from Bali's landfills by driving advanced eco-conscious programs.
Sustainability Intern at Golf Australia
July 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Secured AUD $60,000 in federal funding by delivering a holistic sustainability strategy that advanced golf's position as Australia’s greenest sport.
Sales Consultant at Golf Ball Recycling Australia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Onboarded 6 private and public golf courses to reuse and repurpose lost and damaged golf balls. Managed end-to-end service delivery, including order processing, bin coordination, and ball sorting.
Venue Operations Coordinator at Spark Event Group
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Contributed to ensuring smooth delivery of venue operations at major events including Formula 1 2025, Moto GP 2024, Australian Open 2024, with crowds up to 400,000 attendees.
Policy Research Intern at Directorate of Sport and Youth Services, Government of Maharashtra
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Secured daily allowances for 120 state athletes across five sports through evidence-based policy research. Pitched and secured five cleaning vehicles from Adar Poonawalla's Clean City Initiative to elevate waste management at the Maharashtra State Olympic Games (2022-23). Led a team of volunteers across accreditation, media and operations at major events.

Education

Bachelor's in Sports Business Management at Deakin University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

IS A Level 1 Surf Instructor
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025
IS A Level 1 Surf Instructor
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Transportation & Logistics, Retail