Len Matela

Len Matela

Sales Manager, Stadiums & Venues

From leading on the European basketball court to driving business success — translating championship mindset into corporate excellence.

The Journey

After a decade of playing professional basketball in Germany and Belgium, I have transitioned my leadership and interpersonal skills into a new career in the business world.

My competitive nature and ability to form strong relationships on the court have seamlessly translated into successful business partnerships. Having lived and worked in foreign countries with diverse groups, including individuals with limited English proficiency, I have developed a unique skill set that enables me to effectively lead and collaborate with a variety of people.

Through dedication and hard work, I have earned numerous professional accolades throughout my career — on and off the court.

10+
Years Pro Basketball
MVP
Belgian League 2007
4
Pro Teams
500+
LinkedIn Connections

Career Path

Sales Manager, Stadiums & Venues — North America

EVS Broadcast Equipment
Present

Leading sales initiatives for broadcast equipment solutions in stadiums and venues across North America, leveraging my deep understanding of large-scale venue operations and live event production.

Loss Control Consultant

Insurance Agency — Chicago
2016 — Before WJE

Provided risk assessments and construction administration services, developed fire protection system criteria, applied NFPA and FM standards to heavy industrial risks, and created loss control programs.

Professional Basketball Career

Liege Basket

Belgian League (Euromillions)
2010 — 2012

Spirou Charleroi

Belgian League (Euromillions)
2007 — 2010

Antwerp Giants

Belgian League
2003 — 2007
★ Belgian League MVP (2006-07)

Mitteldeutscher BC

German Basketball Bundesliga
2002 — 2003

Education

Bowling Green State University

Bachelor's Degree
1998 — 2002

Andrean High School

High School Diploma
Merrillville, Indiana

Core Strengths

Leadership

Team Building

Client Relations

Strategic Sales

Cross-Cultural Communication

Negotiation

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Western Springs, Illinois, United States


EVS Broadcast Equipment

Stadiums & Venues — North America