Event Sales Manager​/Corporate Events & Hospitality

New York, New York, United States

City Pickle is a dynamic and rapidly growing sport and lifestyle brand based in New York City. Our mission is to spread the joy of pickleball and put a paddle in the hand of every urban dweller. We specialize in operating both permanent, indoor pickleball clubs as well as high-profile, seasonal activations.

City Pickle is New York City’s premier pickleball and social-sports brand, offering high-energy corporate events, team-building experiences, and private celebrations at iconic locations throughout NYC and beyond.

We are hiring an Events Sales Manager to drive corporate event sales
, manage client relationships, and deliver standout hospitality-driven experiences across our expanding portfolio of pickleball venues.

This role is ideal for a candidate with experience in corporate event planning, hospitality, event sales, or experiential marketing who thrives in a fast-paced, fitness and wellness environment.

• Drive revenue by selling pickleball corporate events, team-building events, private social events, and buyouts
• Manage the full event sales cycle
  : inbound leads, outbound prospecting, proposals, negotiations, and contracts
• Develop customized event packages aligned with client goals, budgets, and branding needs
• Serve as primary client contact before, during, and after events
• Coordinate with operations, food & beverage, coaching, and merchandising teams to execute seamless events
• Oversee event logistics including court scheduling, staffing, catering, and audiovisual needs
• Ensure all events meet City Pickle’s hospitality and service standards

• 3+ years of experience in corporate, hospitality, or event sales, preferably within luxury or high-volume hospitality or eatertainment category
• Excellent written, verbal, and negotiation skills, and the ability to multitask
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Knowledge of food & beverage, catering, and on-site event logistics
• Familiarity with the NYC corporate events market
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Hub Spot, Tripleseat, and Canva
• NYC-based, with availability required for evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event needs.
• Passion for pickleball, racquet sports, fitness, or sports-focused experiences is preferred
• $65,000–$75,000 base salary
  , commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding sports and lifestyle brand

• Work at the intersection of sports, hospitality, and experiential events
• Sell a highly engaging, in-demand corporate experience
• Be part of a fast-growing brand with flagship locations, including City Pickle Times Square
• Collaborate with a passionate, entrepreneurial team

City Pickle is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.