Jori Knight

Majoring in Finance
Miami University , Class of 2029
From Massillon, OH

I am a freshman at Miami University majoring in finance with a minor in business analytics. I'm passionate about the sports industry and plan to pursue a career as a financial analyst within a professional sports organization. I enjoy exploring how data-driven financial strategies can enhance performance, operations, and support long term growth. Through my coursework, I'm developing skills in financial modeling, data analytics, and strategic planning with a personal focus on how data-driven insights can enhance business performance. Currently I am gaining hands-on experience through my internship with the Miami University Athletic Department's Business Office, where I assist with operational support. This role has allowed me to apply what I've learned in the classroom to real-world athletic finance operations and has strengthened my understanding of how financial management impacts sports organizations. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy following major sports leagues, studying industry trends, and learning more about how financial decisions impact team operations and success.I am a freshman at Miami University majoring in finance with a minor in business analytics. I'm passionate about the sports industry and plan to pursue a career as a financial analyst within a professional sports organization. I enjoy exploring how data-driven financial strategies can enhance performance, operations, and support long term growth. Through my coursework, I'm developing skills in financial modeling, data analytics, and strategic planning with a personal focus on how data-driven insights can enhance business performance. Currently I am gaining hands-on experience through my internship with the Miami University Athletic Department's Business Office, where I assist with operational support. This role has allowed me to apply what I've learned in the classroom to real-world athletic finance operations and has strengthened my understanding of how financial management impacts sports organizations. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy following major sports leagues, studying industry trends, and learning more about how financial decisions impact team operations and success.

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Education

Miami University
Stark State College
Washington High School

Jori in the News

Jori Knight Named To President's List at Miami University

Jori Knight from Massillon, OH was named to the Miami University fall 2025 President's list. Miami University students ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each divisio...

January, 16 2026 - Verified by Miami University

Achievements Added by Jori

Jori Knight was recognized for an accomplishment

I am a Miami University honors college student and Presidential Fellow.

Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 - Added by Jori

Jori Knight was recognized for graduating

I was the valedictorian for the WHS class of 2025

Spring 2025 - Added by Jori

Jori Knight was recognized for earning a spot on the President's list

I maintained a 4.0 GPA at Stark State College as a CCP student.

Fall 2022 - Spring 2025 - Added by Jori

Jori Knight was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

I maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout my time at WHS

Fall 2021 - Spring 2025 - Added by Jori

Jori Knight was recognized for earning a spot on the President's List

I was on the Miami University President's List for Fall 2025

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Jori Knight was recognized for winning a scholarship

I am a Miami University Presidential Fellow

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Activities

Intramural Broomball

I am the captain of an intramural broomball team and secured a sponsorship for our team

Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 - Miami University

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DECA

+ I was the vice president of my school's DECA + A school store manager + Made it to international competition every year I competed

Fall 2022 - Spring 2025 - Washington High School

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Volunteer Advisory Board

+ Vice President of my graduating class + Helped plan prom + Planned fundraisers

Fall 2021 - Spring 2025 - Washington High School

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Sports Management

+ Managed the girls ' soccer team and was their statistician for their 2021 and 2022 seasons + Managed the football team for their 2025 season

Fall 2021 - Fall 2024 - Washington High School

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Work Experience

Student Assistant at Miami University Athletic Department

Assisted with Student athlete aide tracking, Credit card reconciliation, Coding NCAA reports based on financial information, Paying referees, Gathering invoices, Analyzing data and making monthly reports, Front desk secretary

September 2025 - Present

Massillon Proud Paper at Stark Glass

Wrote three weekly articles about the Massillon football team For Massillon Proud
Reviewed and evaluated articles for final print.
Had previous experience as the head editor and writer for the Massillon School paper.

January 2024 - January 2025

Manager at WHS Spirit Store

Maintained a clean, organized store environment
Provided customer service to students, parents, faculty members, staff, and other visitors to the school store.
Managed daily operations of the school store, including inventory management and cash reconciliation.

January 2023 - April 2025

Marketing and Social Media Director at Stark Glass

Analyzed demographic data to tailor content to target audience segments.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies
Planned advertising campaigns
Managed daily social media content calendar, ensuring timely and relevant posts.

February 2022 - Present

Manager at WHS Athletics

Maintained inventory of all football team equipment and supplies, including uniforms, helmets, shoulder pads, cleats, and other items.
Ensured coaches and players equipment met standards for each game
Recorded real-time statistics for the Massillon Girls' Soccer Team.
Reviewed film of opponents for the Massillon Girls' Soccer team

August 2021 - August 2025

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