Ruby George

Operations and Events Professional

Bio

Ruby is the COO of the AGA.  Her responsibilities include overseeing the daily operations of the company, working closely with the CEO and staff to execute both on long term goals as well as near-term projects.  She manages the communication of all Leagues, is the head of HR and accounting.  

Ruby has also served as the Director of Operations for the FGL (2015-2018), Miami Surge (2014-2017) and Liberty Box League (2013).  Her duties included head of accounting including payroll, human resources, ticketing, travel operations, event management including day-of execution, venue selection, training, leading staff and volunteers, facilitating set-up and break-down of venue, scoring and managing timelines.  Ruby also served as Chair of the Communications Committee with the NPGL and was a member of the Finance Committee.  

Prior to her career in events, Ruby began with [G] Wis Concepts in 2008 as part-time Administrative Assistant and grew her role to include project management of all clients/projects, as well as accounting, year end reporting, guiding bi-annual board meetings and tax prep.  She is also credited with helping to grow the business exponentially since coming on board.  

Ruby calls herself “the Queen of spreadsheets,” and balances Mather with her ability to remain detail oriented, adhere to timelines, manage and train employees, execute events, and manage a budget. She is thrilled for the chance to realize talent and nurture growth in contributing staff, as well as develop a sustaining and fulfilling company culture for the AGA from the top down.

POSTS BY RUBY

What it’s like to be a mom and entrepreneur

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What’s up with the name?

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What is it like working with my brother?

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FGL Season 2 Thoughts

Season 2 = ☑️
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