CORPUS CHRISTI SPORTS COMMISSION

Driven by the power of sports tourism, the Corpus Christi Sports Commission works towards bringing top-tier sporting events to the Corpus Christi area by collaborating with regional, national, and international organizers. Through their steadfast commitment to community alignment, event support, and marketing promotion, the Sports Commission is instrumental in attracting and hosting world class sporting events. Their commitment to leaving a lasting legacy within the community by creating a positive and enduring impact through the unifying force of sports, ensures a remarkable experience for athletes and spectators alike.

The Corpus Christi Sports Commission operates under Visit Corpus Christi, a 501c6 Destination Management Organization, with a mission to create a better community by sharing Corpus Christi with the world. The goal of the Corpus Christi Sports Commission is to develop and promote Corpus Christi as the premier gulf sports destination to the world.

MEET OUR TEAM

Nicole - Staff

Nicole Olivares, CMP

Chief Sales Officer

Phone: (361) 336-0031 x116

Nicole serves as the Chief Sales Officer at Visit Corpus Christi, leading the Convention Sales, Sports, and Services teams in establishing Corpus Christi as the premier destination for meetings and events along the Gulf Coast. Proudly hailing from Corpus Christi, she is deeply rooted in her community and loves sharing her enthusiasm for her hometown and the tourism industry, where she has spent the past fourteen years of her career. With over 220 days of sunshine in Corpus Christi, she spends most of her free time outdoors, at the ballpark with her family.

nicole@visitcorpuschristi.com

Marc Rozanski

Director of Sports Development

Phone: (361) 881-1875 x113

Marc serves as the Director of Sports Development at Visit Corpus Christi, where he works to attract and grow sporting events that generate economic impact and elevate the Gulf Coast Capital as a premier sports destination. With a background in collegiate athletics and coaching across multiple NCAA levels, Marc brings a passion for competition, relationship-building, and creating exceptional experiences for event organizers and athletes alike. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and cheering on all things sports.

marc@visitcorpuschristi.com

Christian Drake

Sports Services Manager

Phone: (361) 881-1888

The backbone of the team, Christian is responsible for all event logistics and planning. His can-do attitude and knowledge of local vendors makes him invaluable as a connector between outside sports planners and community businesses. Christian is the one working behind the scenes to ensure sports events run smoothly.

christian@visitcorpuschristi.com

Mary Herrera

Sales Coordinator

Phone: (361) 881-1888 x110

Mary’s love for the city of Corpus Christi is evident in all that she does – especially when it comes to serving on the Visit Corpus Christi team! Mary puts her tenacity skills to work by providing the administrative support for our Meeting and Sports Sales Team, but her true joy comes from being a blessing to all she encounters. Her faith in God gives her a passion for people and instills within her a desire to improve the quality of life for all members of our community.

mary@visitcorpuschristi.com