Sports business development professional with 15 years of experience supporting the coordination, planning, and execution of sporting events across the West Coast. Recently relocated to Las Vegas to focus on opportunities in sports tourism and destination marketing. Experienced in working with promoters, venues, and hospitality partners to support bid development, event logistics, and execution of sporting events that contribute to regional visitation and repeat engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Sports Business Development (Field & Operations Support)
Pacific Sports & Events Advisory
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 01.2024
Supported bid development and coordination for sporting events including combat sports, collegiate basketball tournaments, and soccer exhibitions
Worked with venues such as Crypto.com Arena and Dignity Health Sports Park on scheduling, logistics, and event requirements
Assisted in preparing event documentation, coordinating vendor needs, and supporting contract execution
Contributed to events that generated consistent out-of-market visitation and short-term hotel demand
Maintained ongoing communication with promoters and event organizers to support repeat annual events
Helped improve coordination between stakeholders, reducing last-minute operational issues during event delivery
Supported data gathering and research that strengthened bid submissions and proposal accuracy
Business Development / Event Coordinator
Southwest Event Partners
Phoenix, AZ
01.2012 - 01.2017
Supported events at Footprint Center and State Farm Stadium
Assisted in coordination of collegiate tournaments, amateur competitions, and regional combat sports events
Worked with hotel partners on room blocks and group travel logistics for teams and event staff
Assisted with sponsorship outreach and fulfillment activities
Helped maintain repeat annual event relationships through consistent communication and follow-up
Supported operational planning that contributed to steady growth in regional event activity
Event & Operations Assistant
Golden State Sports Management
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - 01.2012
Assisted in on-site coordination for amateur and regional sporting events including volleyball tournaments and endurance races
Supported events hosted at San Diego Convention Center and regional sports facilities
Assisted in preparing bid materials, gathering event requirements, and organizing documentation
Provided day-of-event support for athletes, vendors, and staff
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Basic CRM Tools
Event Coordination Systems
Accomplishments
Supported coordination of recurring sporting events that returned annually due to strong operational execution and partner satisfaction
Assisted in delivering events that generated steady regional visitation and multi-night hotel stays
Contributed to successful bid submissions through research, documentation support, and stakeholder coordination
Helped strengthen communication between promoters, venues, and hotel partners to improve event execution
Played a supporting role in maintaining long-term event relationships that led to repeat bookings
Timeline
Senior Manager – Sports Business Development (Field & Operations Support)
Pacific Sports & Events Advisory
01.2017 - 01.2024
Business Development / Event Coordinator
Southwest Event Partners
01.2012 - 01.2017
Event & Operations Assistant
Golden State Sports Management
01.2009 - 01.2012
CORE COMPETENCIES
Event Bid Support
Sports Event Coordination
Stakeholder Relations
Venue & Hotel Coordination
Contract Support
Sports Tourism Operations
Event Logistics
Partner Communication
Pipeline Development
RECENT RELOCATION & MARKET FOCUS
Las Vegas, NV
2025 – Present
Relocated to Las Vegas to pursue opportunities in sports business development and destination marketing
Actively building relationships within the local sports, tourism, and hospitality industry
Developing understanding of Las Vegas sports venues, event ecosystem, and tourism-driven event strategy
LVCVA ALIGNMENT
Experience supporting events that contribute to visitor traffic and hotel demand
Understanding of how sporting events integrate into destination marketing strategies
Strong foundation in coordinating between venues, promoters, and hospitality partners
Field Operations Construction: New Business Development Specialist /Project Manager at Time Warner Cable/SpectrumField Operations Construction: New Business Development Specialist /Project Manager at Time Warner Cable/Spectrum
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