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The Phoenix Suns are a professional basketball team located in Arizona. They have been a member of the National Basketball Association since 1968. They play in the league's Western Conference and are a member of the Pacific Division. They are the oldest professional sports team in the city of Phoenix.Interested in a career with the Suns, Mercury, or Sports & Entertainment Services? Check out our open opportunities: suns.com/careers
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OverviewOklahoma City's NBA teamWebsite: okcthunder.comFacebook: facebook.com/okcthunderTwitter: @okcthunderInstagram: @okcthunderPinterest: pinterest.com/okcthunderYouTube: youtube.com/okcthunderFounded in 2008, the Oklahoma City Thunder has developed into an NBA franchise with strong fan, corporate and community support throughout its home state and around the globe. Driven by a philosophy of teamwork and humility, the team stands at the pinnacle of a regional cultural renaissance and seeks to impact the state through its commitment to community outreach and involvement. On the court, the Thunder makes its home in Chesapeake Energy Arena in downtown Oklahoma City and prides itself on creating an environment that is fan-focused, family-friendly and community-oriented. Constantly striving to improve on-court performance, the team has adopted a philosophy of taking things “one game at a time” and steadily moving forward as one. Through its annual and ongoing community programs and additional outreach efforts, the Thunder directly impacts individuals and organizations throughout the state every day of the year. In all, the organization – including players, coaches and staff – works with hundreds of community partners every year, benefiting countless individuals. From schools to shelters, from building homes to honoring heroes, the Thunder impact on its community is as diverse as our community itself, with one common thread running through all that the team does: strengthening the state it calls home.For current job postings, visit: okcthunder.com/employmentWebsite: http://okcthunder.comIndustry: Spectator SportsCompany size: 51-200 employeesHeadquarters: Oklahoma City, OK
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The Golden State Warriors organization, heading into its 75th season, is a charter member of the National Basketball Association. Founded in 1946, the Warriors called the city of Philadelphia home for 16 memorable years before moving to the West Coast in 1962 to become the San Francisco Warriors and ultimately, in 1971, the Golden State Warriors when the team moved across the Bay to its home in Oakland, where they stayed for 47 seasons. Now located in San Francisco, the Warriors call Chase Center home, with 2019-20 marking the inaugural season in the venue. The team’s storied history includes six NBA Championships, an NBA-record 73 wins during the 2015-16 season, six of the NBA’s 50 Greatest Players and 26 members of Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The Warriors business side has received many accolades as well including winning the Sports Business Journal’s Team of the Year Award in both 2014 and 2016 and recognized as a finalist in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Chase Center, an 18,064-seat sports and entertainment arena, anchors Thrive City, the multipurpose, privately financed complex in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood consisting of 3.2 acres of publicly accessible plazas and open space that are part of a larger mixed-use development including two office buildings and dozens of unique restaurant and retail locations. Chase Center, named the Sports Business Journal’s 2020 Facility of the Year, plays host to games featuring the six-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, concerts, cultural events, family shows and more, totaling nearly 200 events per year. Thrive City, the surrounding district of Chase Center, is a community gathering space providing a slate of year-round health and wellness programming, including Get Fit clinics, yoga sessions, farmer’s markets and much more.Website: http://www.warriors.comIndustry: Spectator SportsCompany size: 501-1,000 employeesHeadquarters: San Francisco, CaliforniaFounded: 1946
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Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. Founded in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States.The official flagship Harvard social media channels are maintained by Harvard Public Affairs and Communications and aim to provide access to the people, places, events, news and research at our Institution. We ask that all visitors to Harvard’s digital spaces be civil to one another and to the site editors. Personal attacks, profanity, commercial solicitations, spam, misinformation or other inappropriate contributions are grounds for comment removal. We ask that you stay on topic when contributing to a discussion and refrain from duplicate posts.Hateful or discriminatory comments regarding race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or political beliefs will not be tolerated. The page administrators reserve the right to delete inappropriate or abusive comments and to permanently ban or block users from the Harvard social media accounts.
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Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2023, Athletes Unlimited owns and operates professional women’s softball, lacrosse, volleyball, and basketball leagues featuring world-class competition and stands out as an organization driven by the athletes who play in the leagues. Athletes Unlimited is the first professional sports league to be organized as a Public Benefit Corporation.We provide our team of enthusiastic, collaborative innovators with a next-generation workplace with unlimited PTO, competitive health insurance, professional development opportunities, and more so that we can build the future of professional sports. Are you Unlimited?Athletes Unlimited is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join our team as Chief Growth Officer. This senior executive will be responsible for AU’s strategic communications to increase brand awareness and develop strategic relationships in sports and beyond.RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Communications:Lead all strategic communications for AU, including oversight and management of external PR agencyIn consultation with the CEO and external communications team, develop and implement a strategic communications strategy to raise AU’s profile among B2B and B2C audiences in a manner that builds long-term value for the companyBuild and leverage relationships with top-tier media outlets, thought leadership platforms, and relevant influencersUse personal platform to amplify earned media across social channels and key alliesCultivate and maintain relationships with key members of entertainment, media, sports, and impact communities (national and local)Collaborate with the CEO and other leaders to further cultivate, and leverage the Advisory Board, Board of Directors, and AU network of supportersBe a principal representative for AU at sports and non-sports industry eventsBe a major contributor to the Company’s thought leadership presence on LinkedInRelationship Development:Identify and build high-value strategic relationships that align with CEO and Company prioritiesCollaborate with the CEO, Head of Partnerships, and the internal and external partnerships team to drive new revenue-generating strategic partnerships for AUCollaborate with the Head of Partnerships to enhance the strategic communications components of AU’s sponsor partnersCultivate relationships with leaders at aligned brands to drive leads for new partnerships or sponsorshipsPosition AU as a leader in sports, innovation, and business communitiesHelp CEO and other team leaders stay in front of industry and societal trends that impact the AU business REQUIREMENTS15+ years of experience with a depth of knowledge in strategic communications and relationship developmentBackground in professional and/or collegiate sports preferredSuperior communication skills, including visual/verbal presentation skills and public speaking, and an ability to inspire internal and external audiencesEstablished relationships with influential media and thought leadership communitiesAbility to realize big ideas along with the ability to “roll up sleeves” and get stuff done in a fast-paced environment – on time, within budget, and often in conjunction with other stakeholders across the organizationUnderstand the challenges inherent to women’s sports and being a challenger brandCreative problem solver, generative thinker, and relationship builderComfortable operating in cultural, social impact, and entertainment communitiesImpeccable judgment and listening skills, with an ability to inspire and enable others to do their very best work.Preference for candidates based in NYC areaWillingness to travel domesticallyIncludes on-site presence at AU games/events, as well as year-round activities at third-party eventsLegal authorization to work in the United StatesBENEFITSThis role is full-time, remote, and compensated at an annual rate of $250,000. In addition, Athletes Unlimited is proud to offer comprehensive benefits and perks to all of our full-time employees, including:Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans401(k) plan with generous company matchPaid parental leaveCaregiving benefitUnlimited paid time off alongside company holidaysDiscretionary bonus
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Led by Chairman Steve Ballmer, the Clippers are committed to the city of Los Angeles and through the L.A. Clippers Foundation, provide resources and opportunities that make a positive difference toward leveling the playing field for youth in Southern California. Visit the Clippers online at www.clippers.com or follow them on social media @LAClippersIf you don't see a position you are interested in, join our talent community! https://pages.beamery.com/nbateamcareers/form/laclippers/sign-upThe LA Clippers are an equal opportunity employer. It is the our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
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FC Dallas is one of the ten charter clubs of Major League Soccer having competed in the league since its inception in 1996. FC Dallas plays at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.Toyota Stadium is also home to the National Soccer Hall of Fame, the most personalized experience in sports. FC Dallas is the 1997 & 2016 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Champions and Supporters' Shield winners as well as the U-18 & U-16 US Soccer Development Academy National Champions.Internationally known for youth development, FC Dallas is owned by Hunt Sports Group.
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We are the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf). Concacaf is one of FIFA’s six continental confederations, servicing 41 Member Associations, from Canada in the north to Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana in the south.Concacaf means football first. Our members are united by a shared vision: For the Love of Our Game, as well as a unique mission, to develop, promote and manage football throughout the region with integrity, transparency and passion in order to inspire participation in the game.Through offices located in Miami (USA), Guatemala City (Guatemala), and Kingston (Jamaica), Concacaf provides leadership for a network of unified competitions and development activities that unites this diverse region in football, with the goals of actively promoting universal access to our sport, and raising the quality of football across the Confederation.MissionDevelop, promote and manage football throughout the region with integrity, transparency, and passion in order to inspire participation in the game.
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The LA Galaxy are Major League Soccer’s most successful club. Based in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park, the Galaxy have won the MLS Cup a record five times (2002, 2005, 2011, 2012, 2014), the MLS Supporters’ Shield four times (1998, 2002, 2010, 2011) and the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup twice (2001, 2005) since their inception in 1996. The Galaxy are the premier club in MLS, with stars like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Landon Donovan, David Beckham, Robbie Keane, Giovani dos Santos, Javier Hernandez and Cobi Jones representing LA over the team’s 25 years in MLS. For more information on the LA Galaxy, visit www.lagalaxy.com.
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At the WNBA, we’re passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball. Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world. As a global sports and media business, the WNBA is so much more. While Basketball Operations runs the league’s on-court activities, other departments manage relationships with television and digital media partners, develop marketing partnerships with some of the world’s most recognizable companies, oversee the licensing of WNBA merchandise, and handle a wide range of responsibilities that drive the WNBA’s success.
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Our name says it all. We’re 100% women’s sports, 100% of the time.In a world where women’s sports have been perennially underfunded, underpromoted, and underappreciated, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the women’s game. This isn’t a token sub-brand or at the bottom of some dropdown menu. We aren’t doing this for charity. And don’t expect pink and glitter. From jaw-dropping performances to off-court fits, we bring sports fans everything they need to see and know in the world of women’s sports.
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Inspired by our heritage, we push the boundaries of culture and human performance. Through sport, we have the power to change lives.Headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany, we employ more than 59,200 people across the globe.
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We are a purpose-driven brand and our values guide us in all that we do – from our business strategy and innovation, to how we connect and build our strong culture.
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On Location is a global leader in sports, music, travel, culture, and more. Collaborating with the world’s most iconic partners, On Location creates and delivers extraordinary experiences by providing official access and premium hospitality at marquee global sporting events, VIP experiences within global music tours, fan travel services, proprietary owned-and-operated destination music experiences, and much more. On Location is part of the Endeavor network.
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The LA Chargers are a professional American football team based in Los Angeles, CA, playing in the West Division of the American Football Conference (AFC) in the National Football League (NFL).
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At NIKE, Inc., we see a world where everybody is an athlete—united in the joy of movement. Driven by our passion for sport and our instinct for innovation, we aim to elevate human potential. Whether our job is designing the ultimate sneaker or coding a revolutionary app, we’re united by the same mission: to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world. That means you. Because, as Bill Bowerman—Nike’s co-founder and legendary coach—once said, “If you have a body, you are an athlete.” Every day, we are demanding a better future for ourselves, our athletes, and our communities. We believe that diversity fosters creativity and accelerates innovation. We believe in protecting a planet where all athletes can thrive. And we believe every kid, everywhere, should have access to sport.
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The U.S. Center for SafeSport is a non-profit organization focused on ending all forms of abuse in sport. We endeavor to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention, education, and accountability.
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Green Bay Packers, Inc. operates a national football league team in the United States. The company was founded as Green Bay Football Corporation in 1919 and changed its name to Green Bay Packers, Inc. in 1935. Green Bay Packers, Inc. is based in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are a professional football team in the Canadian Football League. The Bombers play at Investors Group Field, which opened in 2013 and seats 33,500 fans. The Winnipeg Football Club was established in 1930. The Bombers are a not-for-profit organization run under a Board Governance model.CEO: Wade MillerGeneral Manager: Kyle WaltersHead Coach: Mike O`Shea
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Title: Business Development Senior ManagerType: Full-timeLocation: Flexible (with bi-annual meetings in Boulder, CO, and up to 20% travel)Industry: Bicycle Industry Trade AssociationEmployment and Classification: “At will” employment statusAbout PeopleForBikesPeopleForBikes unites millions of Americans, thousands of businesses, and hundreds of communities to make every bike ride safer, more accessible, and more fun. Our mission is to get more people on bikes more often and make biking better for everyone. Nationwide, PeopleForBikes represents more than 325 supplier members and 1.4 million individual supporters. The U.S. bicycle industry contributes $88 billion annually to the U.S. economy and supports more than 780,000 jobs. PeopleForBikes is composed of a Coalition that is the U.S. bicycle industry’s trade association and a Foundation that supports and promotes bicycling’s benefits and backs crucial bike infrastructure projects and programs. Our goal is to make the U.S. the best place in the world to ride a bike. Position SummaryPeopleForBikes is hiring a Business Development Senior Manager to work on our organization’s membership and development team. The team is responsible for recruiting and retaining bicycle industry members and organizations interested in the business of bicycling, promoting sponsorships for events and programs that advance bicycling and the bicycle industry, and providing valuable resources to PeopleForBikes member companies. The role’s primary responsibility will be to grow and maintain our membership roster, secure sponsorship revenue from current and prospective supporters, and help diversify our revenue streams with key new segments and sales opportunities. They will work to strengthen relationships with current and prospective member companies as well as representatives from organizations of all sizes — Fortune 100, start-up entrepreneurs, and local businesses — that are interested in the business of bicycling.This person will be a key part of the membership and development team and will report directly to the Director of Membership and Industry Engagement.The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in business development with exceptional fundraising or sales results and outstanding customer service with an entrepreneurial spirit. They will also be excited by the idea that their work will support a cause bigger than a sales quota. This person will help to ensure the successful future of the bicycle industry and aid PeopleForBikes in making the United States the best place in the world to ride a bike.ResponsibilitiesMembership Development and RetentionResearch and develop relationships with business leaders and staff. Recruit and close agreements for new member companies from the bicycle industry. In addition to North America, two key markets will include Asian and European manufacturers and suppliers.Manage relationships with and field inquiries from current member companies to ensure annual membership renewals, sponsorships, and partnerships.Assist in the renewal invoicing process and accounts receivable with the member services and finance team.Non-Membership Development and SalesSolicit non-endemic partners such as automotive companies, property managers, investment firms, technology brands, and other companies to fund and sponsor initiatives. Secure sponsorship revenue and similar products or services.Sell PeopleForBikes resources to non-endemic partners (research reports, guides, consulting services, etc.).General Membership Team AssistanceServe as the main membership point of contact for internal staff, providing key insights, lists, member updates, event content ideas, event presence, cross promotions, and speaker recruitment.Assist the department director with budget forecasting, monitoring revenue, and developing revenue reports.Develop presentations for membership and sponsor solicitation. Field member and prospective member inquiries about subcommittees and coordinate placements.Maintain records in a Salesforce database, pull reports, and record organizational data from member companies and individuals.Assist with the coordination of PeopleForBikes events. Attend trade shows, executive meetings, conferences, and other events. This position requires approximately 20% travel.Assist with reports for PeopleForBikes’ board of directors, subcommittees, and staff.Assist with individual membership and other philanthropic fundraising tasks as needed.Incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into professional work and commit to personally growing in this space.Other duties as assigned. Required QualificationsDon’t meet every requirement? No problem. Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they do, so we encourage you to apply anyway.Five or more years experience in sales or account management.Experience fielding incoming and outgoing email and phone calls.Entrepreneurial spirit with a respect for teamwork.Organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.Proficiency in using databases and web meeting platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace.Ability to treat confidential information with appropriate discretion.Takes initiative and action and gets work done quickly. Strong customer service ethic and willingness to go above and beyond to help PeopleForBikes stakeholders.Strong networker — able to speak with people on the phone, in person, and at events for many hours.Strong work ethic, self-directed, and able to work independently to accomplish assigned tasks and meet critical deadlines. Willingness to travel to attend meetings, conferences, trainings, and site visits. An interest in bicycling and the outdoor recreation industry.A commitment to safe, healthy, reliable, and affordable access to bicycling for all members of a community.PeopleForBikes will consider alternative ways in which an applicant may have gained the required qualifications, outside of traditional pathways.Our office is ADA accessible. This role will require the use of a laptop for several hours and the ability to travel and work for several hours in event spaces.Desired QualificationsExperience in the bicycle industry, trade associations, selling business service tools (like advertising, technology, or marketing), or non-profit development.Experience working with C-suite corporate executives and department leaders.Database administration. Salesforce experience preferred.Nonprofit development experience.Bicycle, health and wellness, or sports industry experience. Compensation and BenefitsThis “at-will” position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience of $75,000 - $90,000. The salary may be adjusted based on the education and experience of the final candidate. PeopleForBikes offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package, including paid health insurance for employees, a generous paid-time-off (PTO) policy including 23 days plus federal holidays, paid parental leave, a flexible work schedule including work-from-home options, and optional participation in a deferred compensation retirement plan with immediate vesting of a competitive employer match. In addition, we provide long-term disability insurance, a cell phone plan, and a laptop computer along with many other benefits like industry discounts. As icing on the cake, PeopleForBikes also pays you to ride your bike.At PeopleForBikes, our agreed-upon set of team norms are what drives us to do our best every day we show up to work. Our core purpose is to make life great and our core values are: put others first, include everyone, and it can always be better. We’ll talk more in the interview process about what these mean, but for now, know that we continually strive to build and strengthen our team, we work together effectively to serve our mission, and we have fun. Beyond that, we’re casual, we work flexibly with remote work allowed, and we really love dogs. You don’t have to be an amazing bike rider to work here — what matters to us is a desire to work alongside passionate people improving the world through bikes (and hopefully you love bikes too).LocationPeopleForBikes is based in beautiful Boulder, Colorado. As Boulder is part of the Denver metro area, we require the candidate to be located in the Denver metro area and be in the office about 1-2 days per week depending on office needs. To ApplyInterested candidates should apply here. Please submit your application by February 15 for priority consideration. You will be contacted by a PeopleForBikes team member if your application is selected to move on to the next round. Due to volume, we will not respond to telephone or in-person inquiries.Incomplete applications will not be considered.The position is available immediately and will remain open until the position is filled.Interested applicants are encouraged to visit PeopleForBikes.org for general information and organizational background.Equal OpportunityOur work to create safer, more comfortable, and more accessible places for everyone to bike starts with us. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to hiring a diverse workforce. You can find more on our hiring page here. We want our staff to be reflective of the backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the communities we serve and to create an inclusive work environment where employees and the communities we serve feel welcomed, valued, respected, and received. We believe that no matter who you are, where you're from, or why you ride, everyone can find joy on a bicycle.
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Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) is a value based and community centric sports and entertainment company that provides premier live and global digital experiences for fans across our portfolio of three teams and two venues. All supported by a passionate staff of more than 1,000 employees. SS&E owns and operates the San Antonio Spurs (NBA), Austin Spurs (NBA G-League), and the San Antonio FC (USL), and also manages day-to-day operations of the AT&T Center, Toyota Field and STAR Complex. The SS&E ownership group is led by Chairman and CEO Peter J Holt.
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The New Orleans Pelicans are committed to providing the best fan experience in sports entertainment.
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The Miami Dolphins are a professional American football franchise located in the Miami metropolitan area. The Dolphins compete in the National Football League as a member club of the American Football Conference East division and are 2 time Super Bowl Champions.
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Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, with an easy drive to both the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains, the University of Oregon is renowned for its research prowess and commitment to teaching. The UO is one of just two Pacific Northwest members of the prestigious Association of American Universities, a consortium of 62 leading public and private research institutions in the United States and Canada.
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