Sponsorship & Premium Seating Growth Manager

asmglobal; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global seeks a Business Development Manager for the Peoria Civic Center to drive revenue through sponsorships, premium seating, and event development. The role focuses on building strategic partnerships with local businesses and community groups to boost visibility and profitability.

Key duties include negotiating sponsorships, managing relationships, and collaborating on marketing collateral and premium seating strategies to maximize revenue and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Significant outside sales experience with proven profitable growth.
• Convention center or event venue sales experience preferred.
• CRM software experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize sponsorship, advertising, and promotional opportunities across PCC assets.
• Generate sponsorship revenue for PCC events and activities.
• Develop, negotiate, prepare, and execute sponsorship agreements and sales contracts.
• Schedule and conduct meetings with prospective sponsors with tailored packages.

Skills

Professional communication

Market demographics & media buying

Customer service & interpersonal

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

CRM software experience

Tools

MS Office

Photo editing software

Job description

Legends Global seeks a Business Development Manager for the Peoria Civic Center to drive revenue through sponsorships, premium seating, and event development. The role focuses on building strategic partnerships with local businesses and community groups to boost visibility and profitability.

Key duties include negotiating sponsorships, managing relationships, and collaborating on marketing collateral and premium seating strategies to maximize revenue and guest experience.