Name: Julie Austin
Title: Associate AD Marketing & Licensing
School: TCU
Twitter Handle: @TCUJulie
What excites you most about being a Conference Rep this year?
Continuing to make sure Big 12 has a big presence in the NACMA community and stays engaged. I also love planning our networking events around the conference Championships and NACMA where everyone can get together in person to learn from one another.
How will being a Conference Rep benefit you professionally?
As the Big 12 conference representative, I work closely with the conference office and stay connected with their staff. This keeps me informed on what's happening at the conference office and I get to network with their staff.
What (3) words best describe NACMA and what it provides our industry leaders?
Education
Innovation
Networking
What athletic administration accomplishment are you most proud of?
During my time at TCU I've made it my passion to become a Basketball School. There isn't a big tradition or history here but over the past few years, I've helped increase attendance, sell out in season tickets, increase student interest, and build an actual basketball atmosphere. We still have a ways to go but we've come far fast and I'm very proud to be a big part of it!
If you could be any mascot in athletics what would it be and why?
Uga, the actual Georgia Bulldog for sure! I love Bulldogs and own one myself. He has an air-conditioned house on the field and just gets to chill out all game and take photos. Living life!