Director of Corporate Partnerships

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We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Corporate Partnerships to lead

revenue generation and strategic partnership development for Dallas' newest professional

sports team. As a founding member of our front office team, you will play a crucial role in

establishing our brand presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth market while building sustainable

revenue streams through corporate partnerships, sponsor ships, and community engagement

initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development & Revenue Generation

● Develop and execute comprehensive corporate partnership strategy to achieve annual

revenue targets

● Identify, prospect, and secure naming rights, title sponsor ships, presenting partnerships,

and multi-year corporate partnerships

● Create customized partnership packages that align with corporate partners' marketing

objectives and our team's brand values

● Negotiate partnership agreements, contract terms, and renewal strategies

● Maintain and grow existing partnership relationships while continuously expanding the

Strategic Business Development

● Build and maintain relationships with C-level executives, marketing directors, and

decision-makers across Dallas-Fort Worth business community

● Collaborate with team ownership and executive leadership to align partnership strategy

with overall business objectives

● Develop innovative activation concepts and experiential marketing opportunities for

corporate partners

● Coordinate with Major League Volleyball league office on national partnership

opportunities and league-wide initiatives

Partnership Activation & Account Management

● Oversee fulfillment of all partnership commitments, ensuring exceptional service delivery

and ROI measurement

● Work closely with marketing, operations, and game presentation teams to execute

partner activations

● Develop comprehensive activation reports and analytics to demonstrate partnership

value and impact

● Serve as primary relationship manager for key accounts, conducting regular business

reviews and strategic planning sessions

Market Development & Community Relations

● Establish the team as a prominent community partner and advocate for women's

professional sports in Dallas

● Identify and pursue partnerships with local businesses, healthcare systems, educational

institutions, and community organizations

● Represent the organization at networking events, chamber of commerce functions, and

industry conferences

● Develop relationships with local media partners and advertising agencies

Required Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or related field

● 3-5 years of progressive experience in corporate partnerships, sponsorship sales, or

● Proven track record of achieving revenue targets in excess of $1M annually

● Experience in professional sports, entertainment, or related industries preferred

● Deep understanding of the Dallas-Fort Worth business landscape and key market

players

● Exceptional presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

● Proficiency in CRM systems, partnership management platforms, and Microsoft Office

Suite

● Strong analytical skills with ability to create compelling ROI presentations and

partnership proposals

Preferred Qualifications

● Previous experience launching or working with a startup sports franchise

● Knowledge of women's professional sports landscape and volleyball specifically

● Existing relationships within Dallas-Fort Worth corporate community

● Experience with Major League Volleyball league, professional volleyball, or Olympic

sports

● Bilingual capabilities (Spanish/English) reflecting Dallas market demographics

● Entrepreneurial Mindset:
Comfortable working in a startup environment with ambiguity

and evolving priorities

● Revenue Focus:
Driven by measurable results and revenue generation goals

● Relationship Builder:
Natural networker with ability to establish trust and credibility

quickly

● Creative Problem Solver:
Ability to develop innovative partnership concepts and

overcome obstacles

● Team Collaborator:
Works effectively across departments to deliver exceptional partner

experiences

● Market Knowledge:
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