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Sport Management Hall of Fame
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Inductees:
Garrett Fahrmann, M 2002
Title: Executive Vice President and General Manager, Rocket City Trash Pandas Bio: Originally from Latimer, Iowa, Fahrmann earned a Master’s in Sport Management from Slippery Rock University before climbing up the MiLB ranks. Fahrmann's first stop after Slippery Rock was the Potomac Cannons the High A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. Fahrmann then went west to join the Fresno Grizzlies as Senior Vice President of Operations. At the time, the Grizzlies were the Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. Following nearly six years in Fresno, opportunity arose for Garrett, this time back East - another 3,000-mile trek across the country. With the best wishes of the Grizzlies staff, Fahrmann was to take the reins as Director of Operations for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. The IronPigs, are the Philadelphia Phillies’ Triple-A affiliate. After four years in Lehigh Valley, Fahrmann went back out west for one season to Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, AZ, Spring Training home of the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks. From there, he headed further west and was out of baseball, working as a real estate agent and had his own property management company before the allure of the Trash Pandas got him back in the game. He began in Rocket City in June 2019 and was named the first General Manager for the Rocket City Trash Pandas in August 2019. Fahrmann was named the Double A Executive of the Year by Major League Baseball in both 2023 and 2024. With his strong baseball management background and outstanding business background, Garrett has the perfect combination to be the Trash Pandas first general manager. Garrett and his wife Natalie, make their home in Madison with daughters Riley (15) and Kinsley (13). 
Jakub Jaroszewicz, 2008
Title: Senior Director of Ticket Operations – Atlanta Hawks Bio: Jakub Jaroszewicz is the Senior Director of Ticket Operations for the Atlanta Hawks, where he brings over a decade of leadership and expertise to the team. At the Hawks, Jakub oversees all aspects of ticket operations, managing a box office staff of more than 50 part-time specialists, and ensuring seamless execution of ticketing strategies across basketball operations and organizational initiatives. Jakub works closely with the executive leadership team to support C-suite needs and plays a key role in executing contractual ticketing obligations for season ticket members as well as Global Partnerships. Prior to joining the Atlanta Hawks, Jakub spent seven years with the Arizona Coyotes as their Ticket Operations Manager, gaining extensive experience in professional sports ticketing and operations. Jakub began his career with an internship in ticket sales/service with the Houston Astros. 
Kevin Olivett, 1999
Title: Senior Associate Athletics Director - External Operations, The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina Bio: After graduating from SRU, Kevin served as a graduate assistant at Wichita State, earning his M.Ed. in Sport Administration in 2001. His career in intercollegiate athletics includes leadership roles at Georgia Tech, Akron, Georgia State, Coastal Carolina, and the University of Houston, as well as serving as General Manager of Stetson Sports Properties. Kevin joined The Citadel in 2019 as Associate Athletics Director and was promoted to Senior Associate Athletics Director in 2023. In Kevin’s current role, he coordinates all external operations, including marketing, ticketing, sponsorships, communications, creative services, and broadcast operations. In addition to driving revenue generation and departmental promotion, Kevin serves as the sport administrator for Men’s and Women’s Track and Field, Tennis, and Soccer. Under his leadership, The Citadel’s external department has generated over $7.5 million in ticket revenue and $5.2 million in sponsorship revenue. Prior to his professional career, Kevin built a versatile foundation through internships with the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Nokia Sugar Bowl, Tulane University, St. Bonaventure, and Slippery Rock. These early experiences in facilities, academics, and ticket operations were instrumental in shaping his trajectory in athletics administration. Throughout Kevin’s career he has mentored program undergrads who have reached out. 
Tim Post, 2000
Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager – Pittsburgh Steelers Bio: Mr. Post is entering his 13th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers organization. In this role, he is responsible for developing new corporate partnerships across the United States and key global markets, including Mexico, Ireland, and Germany. Prior to joining the Steelers, Mr. Post spent 12 years with the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he gained extensive experience in corporate ticket sales, luxury suites, and sponsorship development. A 2000 graduate of Slippery Rock University, Mr. Post earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management with a minor in Business. He was also a member of the SRU men’s basketball team from 1997–1999 and currently serves on the Slippery Rock University Foundation Board in his second term as Chair of the Nominations Committee. Mr. Post resides in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Melissa, and their son, Bennett. In his free time, he enjoys golf, basketball, running, and traveling. 
Jason Varnish, 2003
Title: Owner - BOM Advisors Bio: Jason Varnish is a ticketing expert with over 20 years of experience in sports and entertainment. As the Owner and President of BOM Advisers, he leads ticketing operations and box office staffing for major events like WWE’s Summer Slam, the US Open, and Nitro Circus Live, while partnering with top venues and promoters worldwide. Jason’s career highlights include managing ticketing for global icons like Paul McCartney and U2, as well as high- profile NCAA tournaments. An award-winning industry leader and active INTIX member, he also teaches Ticketing 101, helping prepare the next generation of event professionals. Student-of-the Year Recipients:
Ryan Naugle and Italia Romano Volunteer of the Year: Joseph Young Scholarship: Delaney Ruth, Mikayla Perry, John Wess, Nico O'Toole, Dari Sakhanova Dr. Robertha Abney Scholarship: Lia Palermo |