REVELxp - General Manager, University of Georgia

REVELxp•Watkinsville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Manager leads and manages daily event operations for all tailgating events and event rental operations. The role also mentors team members, sets performance objectives, and oversees operations, assets, events, and asset management. The successful candidate works effectively in a high-energy environment, demonstrates strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, leads and manages people, ensures smooth operations, and achieves revenue targets. The position reports to the Executive General Manager, and the selected candidate must live in the Athens, Georgia area. REVELxp is a sports hospitality company that works with college and professional teams and major sporting events. Its offerings include full-service tailgates, premium hospitality events, exclusive ticket packages, event staffing and management, premium hospitality management, and venue installations. The company aims to create memorable fan experiences and operates according to the values of service, entrepreneurship, and joy. The General Manager has broad responsibility for revenue generation, sales strategy, university and client relationships, guest communications, financial tracking, staff development, event delivery, facilities and fleet oversight, budgets, and public representation of REVELxp. The role combines office work with on-site event operations and requires weekend and evening availability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a similar field from an accredited four-year college, active progress toward a four-year degree, or equivalent experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to effectively manage others.
Ability to coach and deliver constructive feedback with diplomacy.
Proficiency in computer skills and basic math skills.
Passion and ability to lead and serve others.
Effective problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organization, follow-up, and attention to detail.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach.
Manual dexterity to handle event materials and technology.
Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including outdoor spaces.
Good visual acuity and attention to detail.
Ability to travel to event sites, including internationally, as needed.
Ability to work weekends and evenings.
Must live in the Athens, Georgia area.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of sports and enthusiasm for in-person events.

Responsibilities

Oversee revenue-related activities for tailgates and event rentals, including goal setting, forecasting, and developing and executing sales strategies.
Participate in outbound and inbound sales, in-person meetings, and community development initiatives.
Own and grow relationships with university partners across multiple departments.
Develop, implement, and oversee guest communications for tailgate and event rental clients.
Build a team culture focused on poise, accountability, attention to detail, and hospitality.
Maintain familiarity with financial records and performance metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.
Manage accounts payable and receivable for properties and operations, including tracking and reporting.
Own pricing and discounts, subject to approval by the Regional Vice President.
Supervise and develop team members, provide regular performance feedback, oversee recruiting, and assist with training as needed.
Support company-wide initiatives and encourage adoption of initiatives, processes, and policies.
Lead strategic planning and trend forecasting, ensure compliance with company processes, and improve quality control, maintenance, inventory, and process management systems.
Oversee event layouts, design assistance, event operations, and relationships with rental, food, and beverage vendors.
Oversee facility management, including warehouse and office organization, cleanliness, maintenance, and facility services such as cleaning, landscaping, and pest control.
Oversee operations personnel responsible for fleet cleanliness, maintenance, safety training, security policy compliance, inventory, asset counts, and repair schedules.
Oversee expense budgets, including hourly labor, game-day expenses, and office expenditures.
Represent REVELxp to guests, university administration, and athletic departments; manage existing partner and key event-rental client relationships; and attend community functions with executive management.