President of Business Operations

Quantum Sports + Entertainment•Uniondale, NY

12d

About The Position

Quantum is pleased to support The Island FC in its search for its President of Business Operations. Position Summary The Island FC seeks a proven leader with experience launching and operating a professional soccer club. This role requires building and scaling profitable business verticals—including commercial sponsorships, ticketing, and merchandise—while building a high-performing team integrated with youth and facility operations. The President of Business Operations will drive the club’s commercial success and organizational growth ahead of its MLS NEXT Pro debut in 2027, with a strategic vision that includes the eventual addition of a women’s professional team. This is a hands-on leadership role. The President will directly lead a core revenue stream and scale additional businesses through a lean, results-driven team, while unifying all youth operations under the pro club’s finalized brand and aligning them with its commercial strategy.

Requirements

Launching and operating a professional or minor league sports club, preferably soccer, with familiarity in competitive markets.
Demonstrated ability to design and scale revenue-generating verticals, including sponsorships, ticketing, merchandise, and event management.
Skilled in building and mentoring a cohesive team aligned with both professional and youth operations; comfortable guiding entry- and mid-level staff.
Expertise in commercial strategy, lean operational practices, and cost discipline; entrepreneurial mindset with ambition for growth.
Familiarity with the youth soccer ecosystem and its connection to professional pathways.
Experience collaborating on soccer operations, including contract negotiations, transfer fee and training compensation management, and team budgeting—while maintaining a strong working relationship with Sporing Director.
Effective communicator in civic, sponsor, and media settings; bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Creative, adaptable, and committed to fostering a positive, mission-driven culture and long-term growth, including expansion into women’s professional soccer.
Comfortable working with ownership and senior leadership to execute strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

Develop and Execute Commercial Strategy : Drive ticketing, sponsorships, partnerships, and other revenue streams to ensure sustainable growth.
Advance Community Engagement : - Grassroots Outreach: Build partnerships with local youth soccer programs, schools, and community organizations. - Fan Development: Create initiatives to attract and retain supporters through events, activations, and inclusive experiences. - Corporate & Civic Partnerships: Collaborate with local businesses and civic groups to strengthen the club’s presence and reputation.
Drive Strategic Growth : Prepare for MLS NEXT Pro launch and future expansion into women’s professional soccer.
Integrate Youth Businesses : Work closely with the President of Youth Operations to align multiple established youth programs under the aspirational professional club structure.
Activate Brand Identity : Implement the rollout of the finalized professional brand across all touchpoints.
Lead Operational Excellence : Implement lean practices, design efficient front-office systems, and oversee staffing, recruitment, and succession planning.