Business Development and Events Manager

Gulfport Sportsplex is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Gulfport, MS. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. 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. • 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 • Prior experience in marketing research to gain consumer insights (locally, regionally, and nationally) to identify key selling points for attracting corporate/organization relationships including sponsorship and financial partnerships, or business development activities • Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or advertising; or a minimum of 5+ years' experience in a similar position • Technologically savvy with skills in using multiple platforms or software for a variety of tasks such as cloud file management or project management • Advanced knowledge in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Skilled at identifying and creating opportunities or promotions to deliver revenue goals • Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and negotiating skills • Must be a team player and deadline-driven • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills • Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (nights, weekends, holidays and long hours)