Vice President, Hospitality Sales (Premium Access)

THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Our Premium Access group offers unrivaled access to the most in-demand tickets, hospitality packages and client hosting opportunities across the world of sports, music and entertainment. We are the exclusive hospitality provider for the Major League Baseball World Tour: London Series and one of the world’s largest providers of Wimbledon Debenture Tickets. We are also an authorized reseller at Allianz Stadium, Wembley Stadium, Monaco Grand Prix, Super Bowl and The BRITS. We are an official agent of both Lord’s and The KIA Oval Cricket Grounds and provide hospitality packages to a range of other high profile events including Formula 1 races, Premier League Football, World Cups and major concerts. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team. JOB OVERVIEW THE·TEAM’s Premium Access division is one of the world's leading premium hospitality, VIP ticketing and event experiences businesses, delivering access to the world's most prestigious sporting and entertainment events. With an established presence across the UK, we are now looking to aggressively grow in our US division, creating a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader to build one of the most exciting premium hospitality businesses in America. This is not a traditional sales management role. We are looking for someone to take complete ownership of our US business, driving commercial growth while building a best-in-class operation capable of scaling significantly over the coming years. WHAT YOU'LL DO Division Leadership Take full ownership of the US division and its overall performance. Build a high-performance, accountable culture. Recruit, mentor and develop the US team. Set KPIs across sales, marketing and core events. Establish clear reporting structures and performance management. Work closely with UK leadership to align business strategy and help develop the divisions global presence. Commercial Leadership Deliver ambitious revenue and profitability targets. Develop and execute the overall commercial strategy for the US division. Identify new revenue opportunities, products and markets. Build long-term relationships with major corporate clients. Lead in region rights holder commercial negotiations. Lead US sales activity across corporate and high-net-worth clients. Expand existing client accounts whilst winning new business. Inventory & Product Management Take ownership of all US inventory. Manage pricing strategy and maximize profitably across inventory. Work with suppliers to secure additional and exclusive inventory. Work closely with the operations team to create effective inventory systems. Marketing & Brand Growth Build THE·TEAM into one of the most recognized premium hospitality brands within North America. Work with the marketing teams to develop a detailed marketing strategy, including: Building Brand awareness Driving social media growth Speaking at industry events Increasing inbound enquiries Leveraging wider business network Business Development Identify new opportunities including: Strategic partnerships and potential acquisitions US office expansion into other regions Technology partnerships Agency relationships API and marketplace integrations Travel & Hotel partnerships WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR An ambitious commercial leader within the premium experiences industry. Ideal experience includes: Hospitality/Ticketing Sales Premium events Corporate entertainment Entrepreneurial leader Essential Skills Exceptional commercial instincts Proven sales leadership Entrepreneurial mindset Operational excellence Strategic thinking Financial acumen Team leadership Experience Required 8+ years in commercial leadership. Experience managing high-performing sales teams. Track record of delivering large revenue growth. Experience building new markets or business divisions. Strong network within the US corporate market. Experience managing operational teams. Comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. Success Measures (first 24 months) Significantly increase US revenue and profitability. Build a market-leading US sales team. Increase THE·TEAM's brand awareness across North America. Develop strategic partnerships with key rights holders and suppliers. Build a strong pipeline of major corporate clients. Implement best-in-class operational processes and reporting. Create a sustainable platform capable of supporting long-term growth. WHAT WE OFFER Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support. Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones. Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events. Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching. Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options. Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available Base salary range: $130 -$150,000 plus commission. Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role. THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. More than 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand our global reach and capabilities to serve clients across sports, music and entertainment. We are committed to making a meaningful impact across key areas of inclusion, community service and sustainability — not only for our employees, but for clients and the industry at large. THE·TEAM is a leading global sports, music and entertainment company. Led by intelligence, ideas and influence, we provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties. #J-18808-Ljbffr LE001 The.Team: SME, LLC