Account Executive (Golf Sponsorships) (Technology Client)

Octagon•Stamford, CT

8d•$40,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an Account Executive to execute the golf sponsorship platform of a fortune 500 company. This is a unique opportunity for a candidate with a passion for golf and working alongside talent to support all facets of the client’s golf platform, including talent relationship management, as well as event logistics coordination of a nationwide golf outing program. The AE will work closely with Account Manager, Group Director, along with key players on the client team and their agency and property partners.

Requirements

1-2 years of sponsorship marketing and/or experience in event logistics and/or coordinating marketing platforms
A standout colleague who is curious not only to grow in your job but also wants to help others and learn the different parts of the business
The ability to problem solve – you recognize problems before they happen and have solutions ready to go
A self-starter with the ability to get going quickly and juggle multiple projects on tight timelines
Proven experience shows an ability to make connections with clients and be flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities
Sufficient understanding and interest in the golf industry
Experience in managing, and forecasting against, a budget
Experience managing and growing junior staff
Passionate to make an overall account contribution with new projects and ideas
Strong communication, writing and client service skills
Superb organizational skills and acute attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Low (0-15%)

Nice To Haves

Experience in professional/amateur golf a plus

Responsibilities

Support execution of client’s sponsorship portfolio, including content coordination, brand ambassador contractual tracking and fulfillment, as well as continuous planning support for client golf outings
Assist with event planning, on-site activation, and post-event wrap-up for various golf outing programs
Manage talent appearance logistics including booking lodging, transportation, food and beverage, production services, etc.
Handle all components of event logistics, including registration platform, consumer relationship management, golf competition logistics, gifting, golf course coordination, food and beverage management, etc.
Lead all partnership hospitality assets including but not limited to hotel blocks, merchandise, tournament branding, media exposure and brand ambassador activation
Support all weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents, including agendas and call notes
Ensure various agency partners are aligned and advised on timelines, as well as keep projects moving alongside target deadlines and budgets
Track fulfillment of sponsorship assets, and handle the day-to-day logistics of executing various property elements
Lead event reports and recap documents