Sumit Verma

Pro Kabaddi League – Season 12 | Delhi Leg Production – Venue Infrastructure Proud to lead and deliver complete venue production for the Delhi Leg of PKL Season 12. • Led end-to-end production of all major match-day infrastructure zones. • Delivered premium setup of VIP Bleachers with precise branding and finishing. • Executed complete production of Players’ Entry Tunnel and Team Dugouts as per league standards. • Installed and finalized the Big Screen Platform with full technical readiness. • Established Commissioner’s Podium and Technical Table with accurate layout execution. • Built the entire Hospitality Area infrastructure from planning to final delivery. • Directed vendors and ground teams to ensure smooth, on-time execution. • Managed merchandise setup and operations to enhance fan engagement. • Ensured every zone was production-ready, aligned, and match-day compliant. Another milestone in delivering high-quality sports event infrastructure at scale.

Managing electrical operations during matches, overseeing merchandise, and supporting pre-match production.

Proud to have successfully executed the 4th T20 of the India vs South Africa Bilateral Series 2025 at BRSABV Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. 🇮🇳🏏 For this international fixture, I was responsible for end-to-end branding execution across: • Hospitality Areas • Stadium Concourse • Entertainment Stage Branding • Police Signages as per operational requirement From complete planning to coordinating with the graphics team for artwork and managing on-ground vendors for smooth execution — ensuring every branding element was delivered on time and as per match-day standards.

I have successfully completed my role as Branding Manager for the Khelo India University Games 2025 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, which included 6 different game venues under my responsibility. During this project, I handled the complete branding operations across all venues: ✅ Planned and structured the full branding layout for each venue ✅ Coordinated closely with the graphics team for design finalisation ✅ Explained requirements and supervised all work delivered by vendors ✅ Led smooth on-ground execution of branding across all venues ✅ Prepared detailed audit sheets and PPTs (before & after execution) ✅ Presented and verified branding work with the government audit officers

Assistant Ticketing Manager – UPT20 Season 3 (Ekana Cricket Stadium ) Real Host As an Assistant Ticketing Manager for ISPL Season 3 in Lucknow, I managed the complete ticketing process from strategy to execution. Key responsibilities: • Ticket Pricing Strategy: Determined ticket prices based on match demand, teams playing, and market dynamics. • Ticket Printing & Allocation: Provided exact ticket counts to BookMyShow, received printed tickets, and ensured accuracy. • Distribution Planning: Created structured ticket distribution plans for sponsors, teams, guests, UPCA members, police officials, stadium authorities, and other stakeholders. • On-Ground Management: Oversaw smooth handover of tickets, maintained accountability, and resolved last-minute operational challenges. • Stakeholder Coordination: Worked closely with BookMyShow and event management teams to deliver seamless ticketing operations. This role gave me strong exposure to sports event operations, pricing strategy, ticketing management, and high-pressure stakeholder coordination during a professional league.

Event Operations & Pouring Manager – IPL Season 18 DNA Networks Pvt. Ltd. | Lucknow Super Giants • Managed pouring operations for official beverage partners, coordinating with clients and vendors to ensure timely stock delivery and smooth service across all hospitality zones, players’ dressing rooms, media zones, field of play, and operational areas. • Managed and tracked beverage inventory, provided daily usage reports, and maintained brand compliance in all service points. • Directed a team of 30+ volunteers to ensure efficient distribution, accurate stock maintenance, and high-quality guest experience. • Supported Hospitality Managers in VIP lounge operations, guest servicing, and match-day coordination. • Assisted the Production Manager during stadium setup, overseeing branding, signage installation, vendor coordination to ensure match-day readiness.

Pouring Manager Indian Street Premier – Season 2 (with DNA Networks Pvt. Ltd.) 📍 Thane Maharashtra, India | 🗓️ January – February 2025 I had the opportunity to work as a Pouring Manager during Season 2 of the Indian Street Premier, marking a promotion from my previous role as an Assistant Pouring Manager. In this high-pressure, fast-paced environment, I was responsible for: 🔹 Coordinating with clients and vendors for timely stock delivery of beverages 🔹 Managing and tracking beverage inventory across multiple hospitality zones daily 🔹 Ensuring smooth and consistent beverage supply to:   - All hospitality areas   - Players’ dressing rooms   - Field of play   - Media zones (BCR)   - All operational staff within the stadium 🔹 Leading and managing a team of 30+ volunteers, ensuring efficient distribution and stock maintenance 🔹 Providing daily stock usage reports to the Project Manager Handling two matches a day, ensuring timely and accurate supply, and meeting expectations under pressure helped me enhance my leadership, operations, and communication skills. I was honored to receive positive feedback from senior management for my performance and dedication. This experience strengthened my ability to work under pressure, lead teams, and manage large-scale logistics — all crucial skills for event operations and management.

Assistant Pouring Manager Indian Premier League – Season 17 (March 2024 – May 2025) DNA Networks Pvt. Ltd. | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants As the Assistant Pouring Manager for Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Cricket Stadium, I was responsible for managing beverage operations and logistics throughout IPL Season 17. My core responsibilities included: • Ensuring timely and accurate delivery of beverages to key zones including: • Home and away dressing rooms • On-field of play areas • Hotel accommodations for the home team • Planning and preparing detailed distribution sheets for beverages such as Hard Liquor, Beer, Soft Drinks, and CSD for every matchday. • Managing the allocation and distribution of ice and glassware based on venue requirements. • Strategically determining the quantity and placement of single-door and double-door visi coolers, as well as ice boxes, needed across all locations for the entire tournament. • Leading and supervising a team of 40+ volunteers to ensure smooth distribution operations across matchdays. • Contributed ideas and insights to optimize beverage logistics, improve efficiency, and enhance hospitality experiences. This role sharpened my leadership, event operations, and logistics planning skills while working in one of the largest sporting events in the country.

Entertainment Coordinator – ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 DNA Networks Pvt. Ltd | Oct 2023 – Nov 2023 As part of the Entertainment Operations team for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, I was responsible for coordinating and executing on-field entertainment activities during live matches. Key Responsibilities: • Managed and trained child flag bearers for the national anthem ceremony, ensuring precise timing and flawless execution during live broadcasts. • Conducted rehearsals before matches to prepare participants for their roles on the field. • Coordinated and trained drummers for live match entertainment, providing cue sheets and ensuring perfect synchronization with match moments. • Worked closely with the Entertainment Manager to support overall event execution, ensuring smooth coordination between all stakeholders. This role required strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under high-pressure, live-event conditions.

Volunteer Manager | Deepali Designs & Exhibits Pvt. Ltd. (in association with Sports Authority of India) May – June 2023 I had the privilege of managing over 150+ volunteers for a large-scale sports event organized by the Sports Authority of India in collaboration with Deepali Designs & Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. This opportunity was especially inspirational for me, as I had previously worked as a volunteer in earlier events, and this time I stepped up into a leadership role as Volunteer Manager. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: • Led, coordinated, and motivated a diverse team of 150+ volunteers across multiple event zones. • Oversaw manpower planning, task allocation, and real-time on-ground coordination to ensure seamless execution. • Managed volunteer schedules, call times, and shift rotations to maximize efficiency. • Provided guidance, training, and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and disciplined work environment. • Ensured smooth event flow by quickly resolving operational challenges and maintaining high performance under pressure. • Worked closely with the organizing committee and production teams to synchronize volunteer activities with event timelines. This role helped me develop strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and marked a significant milestone in my journey from volunteer to volunteer manager.

Delegate Hospitality & Logistics Coordinator – UP Global Investors Summit 2023 UP Government | Lucknow | Feb 2023 Worked as part of the night-duty airport crew for the prestigious UP Global Investors Summit 2023, welcoming national and international delegates arriving in Lucknow for one of the largest investment events organized by the UP Government. Key Responsibilities: • Received and welcomed delegates from across India and overseas with professional courtesy. • Coordinated with liaison officers to ensure smooth transit and timely arrangements for guests. • Managed essential logistics and assisted in providing necessary information and support. • Briefed delegates about event schedules, venues, and relevant details to enhance their experience. • Ensured a seamless hospitality experience despite tight timelines and night operations. This role sharpened my guest relations, coordination, and cross-cultural communication skills while giving me hands-on exposure to high-profile event management.

Event Volunteer – Times Fresh Face by Joy Times of India | Lucknow | [September,2022] Kicked off my events journey by volunteering at Times Fresh Face by Joy, a youth talent competition by the Times of India. I was responsible for: • Handling registrations of students from various Lucknow colleges eager to participate. • Engaging with participants, guiding them through the event process, and ensuring they felt confident and prepared. • Clearly explaining event rules, schedules, and activities to maintain smooth operations. • Supporting the core event team in managing the crowd and backstage coordination. This experience not only gave me hands-on exposure to large-scale event management but also strengthened my people skills, organizational abilities, and confidence in handling live events.