STRATEGIC GOALS

STRIVE FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Provide premier academic support needed to develop well-rounded graduates.
OBJECTIVE 1
Set and achieve metrics designed to increase academic excellence.
OBJECTIVE 2
Enhance transition programming for incoming student-athletes.
OBJECTIVE 3
Recognize and reward the academic successes of our student-athletes.
OBJECTIVE 4
Engage faculty and foster relationships in unique and innovative ways.
OBJECTIVE 5
Expand support programs for at-risk students.

PROVIDE DYNAMIC STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCES
Provide impactful programming, resources, and opportunities to support the holistic growth of our student athletes.
OBJECTIVE 1
Create robust programming designed to enhance personal and professional development.
OBJECTIVE 2
Expand services to include nutrition, wellness, sports performance and sports psychology.
OBJECTIVE 3
Provide a first-class travel experience.
OBJECTIVE 4
Prioritize cultural and educational opportunities.
OBJECTIVE 5
Aim for balance within student-athlete time demands.
OBJECTIVE 6
Develop a standard of celebrating student-athletes at every opportunity.

DEVELOP A CHAMPIONSHIP CULTURE
Create an environment to support winning conference championships, qualifying for and advancing in NCAA championships.
OBJECTIVE 1
Demonstrate inclusive excellence by advancing diversity and equity.
OBJECTIVE 2
Hire, develop and retain elite coaches and staff.
OBJECTIVE 3
Recruit and retain the best student- athletes.
OBJECTIVE 4
Develop budgets to support each program’s success.
OBJECTIVE 5
Provide excellent sports medicine, sports performance and nutrition for all programs.
OBJECTIVE 6
Maintain integrity and a culture of rules compliance.
OBJECTIVE 7
Evaluate sport sponsorship opportunities.

STRENGTHEN THE NEW ORLEANS CONNECTION
Engage and captivate the Greater New Orleans community.
OBJECTIVE 1
Create and develop compelling storytelling.
OBJECTIVE 2
Maximize media exposure.
OBJECTIVE 3
Produce memorable game day experiences.
OBJECTIVE 4
Develop new programming to increase fan engagement
OBJECTIVE 5
Engage relations with campus recreation, student affairs and the community.
OBJECTIVE 6
Develop a consistent brand identity for all internal and external communications.

MAXIMIZE REVENUE GENERATION AND PHILANTHROPIC SUPPORT
Increase revenue and fundraising results.
OBJECTIVE 1
Enhance our outbound marketing and ticket sales efforts.
OBJECTIVE 2
Create efficient and effective special events.
OBJECTIVE 3
Expand annual fundraising efforts with emphasis on scholarship support.
OBJECTIVE 4
Secure major philanthropic donations.
OBJECTIVE 5
Grow corporate partnership program.
OBJECTIVE 6
Increase retail space for the sale of New Orleans Privateers merchandise.
OBJECTIVE 7
Maximize rental revenue.

STRATEGICALLY INVEST IN FACILITIES
Enhance facilities necessary to perform at an elite level.
OBJECTIVE 1
Develop a master facilities plan.
OBJECTIVE 2
Create a comprehensive maintenance and upkeep plan.
OBJECTIVE 3
Maximize technology in current and new facilities.
OBJECTIVE 4
Design and execute a facilities branding plan.
OBJECTIVE 5
Review and implement security access and event management protocols.