Joyce “JJ” Jelks

Joyce “JJ’ Jelks is the Head of Human Resources at Excel Sports Management. Prior to joining Excel, she was an HR leader at New York City Football Club (NYCFC), NJ Devils/Prudential Center and Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment. While seeking to master an HR focused career in the sports and entertainment industry, JJ also serves as a Major in the Army Reserves within the Inspectors General Office at United States Southern Command and is approaching her 20th year of service at the end of 2020. JJ graduated from her hometown university, University of Toledo, and later went on to complete her master’s degree in HR at Florida International University. JJ resides in the NYC area with her husband, Fred and son, Jalen.