CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE
sOCCER TEAM
OUR TEAM
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edwin valentin
GENERAL MANAGER
Edwin graduated from California University of Pennsylvania with his Bachelors Degree in Sport Management. During his time at CalU, he was able to get his start in the sports industry by working for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Pittsburgh Passion. He was also able to get his foot in the door with the Washington Wild Things, an independent professional baseball team, which is where he ended up full-time upon graduation. Within the three years he was with the Wild Things, Edwin went from Account Executive to Director of Ticket Sales by exceeding all of the organization’s expectations and reshaping the Ticketing Department. In his free time, Edwin loves listening to music, binging watching shows and movies, and just about every sport that’s on TV.
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Jake King
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Jake is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University and began his sports career as an intern at Meadowview Golf Course. Proceeding graduation, he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina and started working for a digital marketing company. After gaining some good experience, Jake is now working with the Taymar team in Charlotte. The most exciting part about this opportunity is the ability to work in the sports industry and make a difference in the community. Jake enjoys watching and playing all sports, being physically active (really anything outside), and going to church on Sunday mornings.
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CRANE SMITH
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
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CARSON MEDLIN
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Carson, a Greenville, SC native, graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2022 with a degree in Sports and Entertainment Management. He gained experience through internships with the SC Football Hall of Fame and GSE Worldwide. When he's not working, you'll find him hanging out with his dog, spending time with his girlfriend, or with family and friends. Carson's ready to bring his passion and expertise to the table, making a real impact in the industry.