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Samuel Felinton began his business career at just 15 years old, taking on his first intrapreneurship role as a contracted event director for League Trolli—a collaborative esports initiative between Logitech and Trolli aimed at growing their brand. Since then, he has remained actively involved in various project management roles and shows no signs of slowing down.
Director of Sales
7/2025 - Present | Hybrid
Experience
Experience
- Led and scaled a high-performing film sales team, driving global platform adoption and expanding buyer relationships across key territories
- Developed and executed data-driven sales strategies that consistently exceeded revenue targets and fueled catalog visibility
- Negotiated and closed multi-territory licensing and distribution deals with streamers, broadcasters, and theatrical partners
- Represented the company at major film markets and festivals to pitch titles, secure pre-sales, and attract new platform partners
- Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing and product teams to align sales efforts with content priorities and platform growth goals
Chair and Licensee
3/2025 - Present | Morgantown, West Virginia
Experience
Experience
Chair and Licensee
- Provide overall leadership and vision for TEDxWVU, ensuring all activities align with TEDx guidelines and the organization’s mission.
- Oversee all committees, ensuring effective collaboration and execution of responsibilities.
- Serve as the primary representative of TEDxWVU, maintaining relationships with TED, university officials, sponsors, and the community.
- Lead the strategic planning and direction of the event, setting goals and ensuring milestones are met.
- Manage the TEDx license renewal process and ensure compliance with TED regulations.
- Facilitate team meetings, provide guidance, and support committee leads in achieving their objectives.
- Oversee budgeting and financial planning, ensuring responsible allocation of resources.
- Address challenges, implement improvements, and ensure a successful and impactful TEDxWVU event.
Vice Chair (3/2024 - 3/2025)
- Support the Chair in overseeing all aspects of TEDxWVU’s planning and execution, ensuring alignment with TEDx guidelines and the organization’s mission.
- Assist in managing team operations, including setting goals, tracking progress, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Act as a liaison between committees, fostering communication and collaboration to maintain a cohesive team dynamic.
- Step in for the Chair when needed, leading meetings, making decisions, and representing TEDxWVU in official capacities.
- Oversee event logistics, ensuring smooth coordination across speaker, production, marketing, and sponsorship teams.
- Help develop and maintain partnerships with sponsors, university departments, and community organizations.
- Provide support in speaker selection, coaching, and preparation as needed.
- Ensure a high-quality experience for attendees, speakers, and team members by addressing challenges and implementing improvements.
Speaker and Sponsorship Chair (10/2023 - 3/2024)
- Formulate a comprehensive sponsorship strategy aligned with TEDxWVU's goals and objectives.
- Identify potential sponsors that resonate with the TEDxWVU brand and mission.
- Establish and nurture relationships with potential and existing sponsors.
- Act as the main point of contact for sponsors, ensuring a positive and collaborative experience.
- Create persuasive sponsorship proposals that highlight the unique benefits of partnering with TEDxWVU.
- Customize proposals to cater to the specific needs and interests of potential sponsors.
- Negotiate sponsorship terms, packages, and deliverables to ensure mutual satisfaction.
- Work closely with sponsors to tailor agreements that meet both parties' expectations.
- Maintain a detailed database of sponsors, including contact information, agreements, and sponsorship history.
- Oversee the speaker selection process to curate a diverse and compelling lineup aligned with TEDxWVU's mission and theme.
- Develop and implement a speaker coaching program to enhance the presentation skills of selected speakers.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to speakers to help them refine their talks.
- Establish and maintain regular communication with speakers through weekly updates and/or Zoom meetings to ensure they feel fully prepared leading up to the event.
- Manage logistical details for speakers, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and on-site support.
- Ensure a smooth and stress-free experience for speakers from the application phase to the event day.
- Organize and conduct speaker rehearsals to fine-tune presentations and address any last-minute concerns.
- Collaborate with speakers to optimize their delivery and stage presence.
FOH Manager
10/2023 - 3/2025 | Morgantown, West Virginia
Experience
Experience
- Successfully coordinated numerous creative art events at West Virginia University, overseeing every aspect of the house operations
- Supervised diverse teams of ushers, numbering in the hundreds, spanning various age groups and educational backgrounds
- Developed and implemented efficient house management protocols to ensure smooth and seamless execution of events
- Collaborated with production teams, performers, and technical staff to guarantee optimal audience experiences during performances
- Conducted regular training sessions for ushers to enhance their skills in customer service, crowd management, and emergency response
- Implemented and maintained safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both patrons and staff during events
Online Community Manager
2/2023 - 8/2023 | Virtual
Experience
Experience
- Worked under a 6 month contract
- Develop and create a robust infrastructure for an improved online community that fosters engagement and interaction among members.
- Host and organize multiple events to actively grow community engagement, such as webinars, Q&A sessions, challenges, and discussions.
- Establish and lead an effective administration and moderator team to ensure the smooth and self-sustaining operation of the community.
- Provide guidance, support, and training to the team to handle various aspects of community management.
Event Director
11/2021 - 9/2022 | Virtual
Experience
Experience
- Worked under a Logitech and Trolli collaboration contract
- Worked with a team of event directors under Trolli GmbH and Logitech to host events under "League Trolli"
- Gained hands-on experience in organizing and managing online esports tournaments from start to finish.
- Developed skills in event planning, including scheduling, coordinating logistics, and ensuring the smooth execution of tournaments.
- Gained insights into the marketing and promotion of esports tournaments, including social media campaigns, content creation, and community engagement.
- Developed a deep understanding of the competitive gaming landscape, including player dynamics, team strategies, and emerging trends, which can be valuable for future opportunities in the esports industry.
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Event Director
11/2021 - 9/2022 | Virtual
Experience
Experience
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