Eric Avila
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Service
Peak Sports MGMT
03.2025 - Current
- Served as the lead point of contact for all corporate partners, fostering high-retention relationships contributing to a managed portfolio exceeding $387,000 in annual funding.
- Proactively identified and executed growth opportunities for existing accounts, utilizing value-driven proposals to secure incremental revenue and expand partner presence across 41 client accounts.
- Oversaw the end-to-end execution of complex partnership agreements, ensuring 100% fulfillment of all contractual obligations.
- Acted as the primary internal liaison to fulfill complex hospitality and activation requests, managing cross-functional teams to deliver impactful events aligned with organizational goals.
- Acted as the primary collaborator across marketing, game operations, alumni, food & beverage and development departments to orchestrate the launch of integrated sponsored elements.
Sponsorship & Events Manager
Visit San Antonio
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Directed a diverse sponsorship portfolio, securing over $764,000 in annual funding and identifying new revenue streams that directly enhanced event production value and fan experience.
- Managed end-to-end logistics for a calendar of 25 high-profile annual events, overseeing complex operations for crowds ranging from 10,000 to 70,000 attendees
- Developed and negotiated long-term strategic partnerships with corporate stakeholders, aligning brand objectives with event assets to consistently boost sponsorship ROI and event quality.
- Established KPIs and analyzed post-event metrics to provide stakeholders with actionable insights, resulting in optimized planning cycles and measurable increases in year-over-year ROI.
- Orchestrated collaboration across company departments to activate multi-platform sponsored elements, ensuring every event delivered impactful results aligned with organizational mission and core goals.
Event Coordinator
City of McAllen
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed event logistics and operations for events for over 60 events, boosting attendance and community engagement through strategic planning, ensuring seamless operations and timely execution.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
Digital Marketing Administrator
Bert Ogden Auto Company
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed social media campaigns, achieving measurable growth in audience engagement and brand visibility.
- Optimized website content, resulting in a noticeable increase in organic traffic and user retention.
- Analyzed marketing data to refine strategies, leading to improved ROI and conversion rates.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop compelling digital content, enhancing overall marketing efforts.
- Conducted market research to assess customer needs and preferences.
Education
MBA - General Business
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio05.2019
Skills
- Sponsorship Management
- Partnership Development
- Cross-functional Teamwork
- Event Optimization
- Strategic Planning
- Community Engagement
- Project management
- Budget Management
Timeline
Director of Service
Peak Sports MGMT
03.2025 - Current
Sponsorship & Events Manager
Visit San Antonio
01.2022 - 02.2025
Event Coordinator
City of McAllen
07.2021 - 01.2022
Digital Marketing Administrator
Bert Ogden Auto Company
12.2020 - 06.2021
MBA - General Business
University of The Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of Texas At San Antonio