Donald DiCarlo

San Bernardino, California, United States

ddicarlo@SMWW.com


Donald A. DiCarlo is an accomplished management executive with extensive experience in business development, revenue growth, and operational optimization. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated expertise in budgeting, business management, baseball operations, scouting, and nonprofit leadership. Donald excels in delivering operational efficiencies, improving working procedures, meeting tight deadlines, and driving profitability. A self-motivated leader and entrepreneur, he is adept at leading teams to successful outcomes. His diverse background spans across various industries, including sports management, nonprofit organizations, and business development.

Key Strengths Include:

  • Operations Management
  • Leadership and Team Development
  • Coaching and Scouting
  • Player Evaluation
  • Mentoring and Development
  • Negotiation and Strategic Partnerships

 

Professional Experience

  • Santa Claus, Inc. (501c-3 Charity), 2007-Present
    Board of Directors
    Oversees warehousing and inventory control for this nonprofit organization.

  • Big Bear Lake Latino Hotel Association, 2009-2022
    Founding Member
    Developed marketing and social media strategies to support the association’s growth and outreach.

  • Big Bear Lake Marketing Association, 2005-2022
    Founding Member
    Founded and developed a new association to enhance business development in the region.

  • Steve Garvey for US Senate Campaign, 2023-2024
    Community Involvement
    Engaged with local supporters and media to build campaign visibility in the San Bernardino area.

  • Corvette Collector Car Restorations, 2021-2024
    Owner
    Led business development and sales management for a high-end car restoration business.

  • Big Bear Lake Film Festival, 2006-2009
    Director
    Acted as a local media advisor for the Inland Empire region to promote the festival.

  • Animal Care Wellness Center, Inc., 2003-2015
    Board of Directors
    Contributed to business and facilities development efforts for the nonprofit.

  • Golden Bear Cottages, LLC., Big Bear Lake, CA, 1999-2022
    Member/Partner
    Oversaw property purchases and business acquisitions while implementing marketing strategies.

  • Main St/Sports Ltg Corp., 1998-1999
    West Coast Sales Manager
    Managed sales and business growth for a sports lighting company.

  • Pacific Suns Professional Baseball, Inc., 1996-1998
    President
    Focused on business development and government relations to support the franchise’s operations.

  • Palm Springs Suns Professional Baseball, Inc., 1994-1996
    President/GM
    Led player development, scouting, and business growth strategies for the professional baseball team.

  • BRG Travel Team 17-18u, 2018-2023
    Pitching Coach
    Focused on player development and scouting for youth baseball players.

  • Redlands Baseball for Youth, 2011-2017
    Pitching Coach
    Taught pitching fundamentals and mentored young athletes in competitive baseball.

  • UC Riverside Baseball, 1987-1989
    Pitching Coach
    Contributed to player development, specializing in pitching fundamentals.

  • San Bernardino Spirit – California League Baseball, 1986-1987
    Pitching Coach
    Worked with athletes to develop pitching skills and foster team success.

  • San Bernardino Valley College, 1984-1986
    Assistant Coach
    Developed both hitting and pitching fundamentals for college-level players.

  • Assistant to Former LA Dodgers GM Al Campanis, 1987-1998
    Focused on player development and scouting across the USA, Latin America, and the Dominican Republic.

  • Coaching with Former LA Dodgers Tommy Davis, 1980-1990
    Worked on player development and scouting, with a focus on international scouting efforts.

  • LeFebvre School of Baseball and Softball, 1982-1992
    Senior Pitching Instructor
    Trained high school and college-level players in advanced pitching techniques.

Certifications

  • Sports Management Worldwide, Portland, Oregon, USA, 2024
    Baseball GM & Scouting, Certificate
    Specialized training in MLB collective bargaining agreements, Sabermetrics, scouting techniques, draft analysis, and player evaluation. Mentored by MLB experts Hank Jones and Dan Evans.


Education
Economics UC Riverside


Career Information
Assistant to LA Dodger GM Al Campanis, College coach San Bernardino Valley College, University of California Riverside, President Palm Springs Suns in Western League

Sports Background
Worked with peter O'Malley and became Commissioner of Southern California Collegiate League, General Manager of US Representative in Gold Cup Ganes in Central America in Monterrey Mexico in 1986 and Nicaragua in 1990.
Profile
linkedin.com/in/don-dicarlo-7232b2230
Phone
909-913-7507 (Mobile)
Address
830 Hillyfield Ln., San Bernardino, CA 92407
Email
dondicarlo70@gmail.com

Professional Background
Assistant to LA Dodger GM Al Campanis, College coach San Bernardino Valley College 1985-1986, Pitching Coach of San Bernardino Spirit in 1986, Pitching Coach of University of California Riverside, President Palm Springs Suns in Western League in 1995-1998

Volunteer Work
Travel ball coach 1978-1982, 1984-1994 and 2009-2022.

Mission Statement
Working for the rest of my career in the scouting field evaluating collegiate players in Southern California