Gulfport Sportsplex is a premier sports, recreation, and entertainment destination located in Gulfport, Mississippi. It is deeply committed to enhancing the health and economic vitality of the Gulfport community through a wide range of sports and recreational activities designed to engage people of all ages and skill levels. As a part of The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC), the nation’s leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities, Gulfport Sportsplex benefits from a highly collaborative and supportive culture that nurtures career growth and professional development. SFC is nationally recognized as a workplace of choice known for its entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. The company continues to expand rapidly and dedicates itself to fostering high performers at every organizational level to grow alongside the company in an exciting, dynamic industry.
The Business Development and Event Manager role at Gulfport Sportsplex is a full-time, exempt position reporting directly to the General Manager in the Business Development department. This critical position plays a major role in promoting the Sportsplex as a top destination for sports tourism, conferences, tradeshows, and special events. Primary responsibilities include booking large tournaments and sports tourism events by working closely with facility staff and regional and national event and tournament providers. The Business Development and Event Manager is charged with driving primary revenue streams through effective marketing and advertising strategies while also selling sponsorships to help meet and exceed revenue goals.
The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset necessary to plan and implement large-scale events and tournaments, manage event calendars, and maintain ongoing strong communications with all stakeholders involved, including community partners, vendors, and internal teams. This person will prepare and present detailed reports on event strategies and outcomes to track progress against performance indicators and set goals. Key measures of success include the number of events booked, sponsorship sales, visitor and attendee counts, new business development, program expansion, and the overall pace of sales.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a high-energy, fun, and mission-driven team dedicated to community enrichment and personal career growth. Candidates should be prepared to lift 30 pounds waist high, work in environments with intermittent loud noise levels, and have the stamina to sit or stand for extended periods indoors or outdoors while occasionally squatting, stooping, or bending. Proficiency in computer use and CRM systems, experience in consumer marketing and branding, a background in youth and amateur sports, and a proven track record in sponsorship sales and event promotion are all highly valued for this role. The Business Development and Event Manager will contribute directly to the continued success and visibility of Gulfport Sportsplex as a central sports and event venue in the region.
• must be able to lift 30 pounds waist high
• may be required to sit or stand for extended periods indoors or outdoors
• must be able to squat, stoop or bend
• must be able to operate a computer
• comfortable in environments with intermittent loud noise levels
• action-oriented personality with a get it done attitude and efficiency proficiency
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