Vice President, Business Development

Vice President, Business Development About the Company Established women's spectator sports association IndustrySports TypePrivately Held Founded1973 Employees51-200 Specialties women's tennissportstournamentssponsorseventsathletesserena williamsvenus williamssimona halepana ivanovicsam stosurcaroline wozniackipetra kvitovaagnieszka radwanskagarbine muguruzamadison keysbelinda bencicjohanna kontaangelique kerberand angelique kerber About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to spearhead the prospecting and selling of assets within its global ecosystem. This role is pivotal in securing world-class brand partnerships for regional and global sponsorships, encompassing event assets, player activations, and digital and social assets. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new partnership revenue, managing the sales process, and maintaining a robust pipeline of prospects. Essential duties include preparing partnership opportunities, developing marketing platforms, and representing the company at industry events. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller, solutions-based deal maker, and a collaborative business partner with a proven track record in sponsorship marketing sales. Candidates for the Vice President of Business Development position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an MBA or master's equivalent preferred, and at least 10-12 years' of experience in sponsorship/partnership marketing sales. A strong background in securing six and seven-figure multi-year deals, particularly with international brands, is required. The role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a high level of professionalism. The candidate must be adept at building strong relationships, both internally and externally, and be committed to the core values of the organization. Experience in lead generation, CRM tools, and a passion for tennis are also preferred. Travel PercentLess than 10% Functions Business Development

Created: 2025-01-30