Our Staff

As Hospitality Manager, Ava oversees all premium hospitality operations for football, men’s and women’s basketball, and baseball at Kenan Stadium, Dean E. Smith Center, Carmichael Arena, and Boshamer Stadium.

Born in Chapel Hill and being a third generation Carolina alumni, Ava is a true born and bred Tar Heel! She has been part of the hospitality office for the past few years, most recently serving as Associate Hospitality Manager.

Before her time with Carolina Athletic Hospitality, Ava graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2024 earning a B.A. in Sport Administration. During her time at Carolina, Ava was a member of the UNC Carolina Girls Dance Team and proudly served as Homecoming Queen.

Outside of the office, Ava enjoys playing golf, shopping local boutiques, and grabbing coffee with her family and friends.

As Associate Manager, Jake works to plan and facilitate all special events hosted in the Blue Zone; in addition to executing game days in the premium areas of Kenan Stadium, Dean E. Smith Center, Carmichael Arena, and Boshamer Stadium.

Jake is a 2023 graduate of N.C. State University. Before his time with Carolina Athletic Hospitality, Jake spent his time working within the event space for Minor League Baseball, specifically with the Carolina Mudcats and the Greenville Drive.

Outside of the office, Jake enjoys playing golf, going to the beach, running, and rooting for the Carolina Panthers every Sunday in the fall!