Business Development and Events Manager- Gulfport Sportsplex

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & EVENT MANAGER - Gulfport Sportsplex Gulfport Sportsplex is a member of The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) and is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. The Business Development and Event Manager will promote the destination as a premier sports tourism, conference, tradeshow, and special events location booking large tournaments and sports tourism events. They will be evaluated based on KPIs set by the General Manager, number of events booked, sponsorship sales or assistance, number of visitors or event attendees generated, new business development, new program expansion, and sales pace. • Proven success in generating awareness through consumer marketing and branding • Experience in youth and amateur sports as a consumer, marketing professional, or other relevant experience • Experience in using a CRM to manage and nurture potential or current customers • Experience in sponsorship sales and activation • Experience working with convention & visitors bureaus, regional sports commissions, and/or regional event management booking in a regional sports and/or convention center • Experience and success in promoting, booking, and delivering special events • Action-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiency