Kevin Reese, SPM Class of 2017, works as an assistant account executive for Momentum in New York City. He began the job in September 2017, and manages American Express’ partnerships with the Boston Celtics, New Jersey Devils, Los Angeles Kings, and Los Angeles Galaxy.
Reese traveled to Newark on Jan. 14 for American Express’ Exclusive Devils Open Practice event, where he worked with Prudential Center and New Jersey Devils Manager for Marketing Partnerships Jesse Abrams, SPM Class of 2013. The event was for Devils’ season ticket-members who purchased tickets using their American Express card, to attend an open practice, a question-and-answer session with the head coach, and an autograph session. Reese and Abrams collaborated on the planning and execution of the details for the event.
“The Syracuse Sport Management program provided me all the necessary tools to flourish in the industry,” Reese said. “From the time I first stepped foot on campus, to where I am now, everything and everyone along the way put me in the best position to succeed. I truly believe I would not be where I am today if I had not attended Syracuse University. Overall, the Devils event went great. I’m incredibly proud of my Syracuse SPM roots and the opportunities it has provided, and will continue to provide, in my career.”
Fellow Sport Management alum Scott Kevy ’15, an account executive for American Express at Momentum, also assisted at the event.
“The camaraderie that is built through the SU Sport Management program has enabled me to be an ambassador in both my personal and professional networks,” Abrams said. “The relevant industry experience SPM students receive help us to succeed, not only as individuals, but together in the workforce. It gives me great pride to represent such an amazing alumni group. I look forward to being part of the program’s continued growth.”