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or by mail to Road Race Management Job Openings and
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Operations
Manager
Company:
Competitor Group, Inc. San Diego, CA
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
The Operations
Manager will lead an operations team for a group
of 5-8+ Rock 'n' Roll Marathon series running
events, with a focus on course design and
implementation and will guide and oversee all
operational aspects of the race, including start
line, finish line, band sites, water stations,
cheer sites, medical stations, etc. This will
include designing all band sites, cheer sites and
medical stations which requires a keen sense of
direction and understanding of the scope of the
event. The position will include high-level
coordination and direct interface with city
special events offices, police, traffic control,
local contractors, vendors and management of staff
to aid the successful execution of the event, and
as such will require a significant amount of
travel, often for up to a week at a time. The
position will also require the ability to work in
a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
with the added ability to multi-task. All this
must be done in a professional manner with the
ability to work well in a team atmosphere. This is
a "Hands-on" and "High-energy"
position. . This position reports directly to the
Director of Operations and works closely with the
Senior Vice President of Operations. If interested
and qualified, please send resume or C.V., cover
letter with salary history and requirements to jobs@competitorgroup.com.
Training
Program Lead Coaches & Asst. Coaches
Company: San Francisco Marathon
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
Lead coach will
work in partnership with the San Francisco
Marathon Training Program Coordinator to
effectively run the training program. Lead coach
will assume leadership of trainees, support staff,
and pacers at all organized training runs, and
will act as a resource for trainees throughout the
26 week program. Lead coach should work closely
with assistant coaches and delegate tasks when
appropriate. Lead Coaches should have coaching
experience, marathon running and training
experience, and be RRCA Certified or willing to
obtain certification by February 1, 2011. Strong
leadership skills and people skills are a MUST.
Training branches in San Francisco, Peninsula, and
South Bay-coaches needed for all. Programs start
January 29, 2011 and run through July 31, 2011.
Coaching positions start immediately. Assistant
coaching positions are also available and do not
require RRCA certifications. Pacer positions are
also available but do not receive stipend. Email
resume and cover letter with coaching/running
experience and interest in the program to esheehy@thesfmarathon.com.
Materials
Engineer
Company: Brooks Sports
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
Identify new
materials and technology and develop customized
product solutions for footwear and apparel. They
will work closely with design, development,
merchandising and external industry experts to
develop solutions in textile and materials
innovation. The individual will have technical
expertise in all areas of textiles including
fibers, yarns, fabric construction, trim
development, finishes and printing allowing these
trends to be developed into commercial products.
This person will also be skilled in the
fundamental chemistry of materials used in
textiles and be able to help select the most
appropriate ones to achieve development goals. Key
areas of research include sustainable solutions,
more efficient manufacturing, and systems that
achieve more personalized performance. The
individual will be responsible for ensuring our
quality standards are rationalized and built into
the development process by working with the
various vendors to communicate and develop
specifications. The position requires the ability
to take initiative and think ahead with emphasis
on finding solutions, via material innovation.
Visit this
link.
Chief
Development Officer
Company: Women's Sports Foundation, NY, NY
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
The Chief
Development Officer is responsible for increasing
the Foundation's revenue by developing and
executing ongoing, multi-year fundraising
strategies and growing a base of donors that
include, but are not limited to major donors,
planned giving, private and corporate foundations,
and the general public. Most immediately, focus
will be placed on increasing giving from major
donors, institutions, family and private
foundations and other institutional donors. The
CDO will work closely with marketing to raise
awareness and relevance of the Foundation and
ensure that increased awareness translates into
increased giving. This executive will engage all
prospective givers in such a way that connection
to the Foundation's purpose is deepened, and the
response is not only to give immediately, but to
give more across all campaigns and to commit to
staying involved and giving for a longer period of
time. For additional details visit this
link.To Apply contact
KKranitz@WomensSportsFoundation.org.
Event
Specialist
Company: Women's Sports Foundation, NY, NY
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
The
Events Specialist will be responsible for
executing key components relating to the sales and
promotions of WSF Events Calendar with special
focus on the NY Annual Salute to Women in Sports (NYAD).
The position will provide general assistance to
the Events department in execution of all major
fundraisers and the upcoming "Road to the
40th Anniversary of Title IX"
campaign.employee discounts, and a dynamic and fun
work environment. Please e-mail résumé with
cover letter to: hr@WomensSportsFoundation.org.
Community
Marketing Manager, Cleveland, OH
Company: Dick's Sporting Goods
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
The Community
Marketing Manager is responsible for supporting,
creating, executing, and evaluating events,
programs, and marketing strategies at the local
and territory level to uniquely brand DICK'S
Sporting Goods as the #1 authentic sports and
fitness specialty retailer for all athletes and
outdoor enthusiasts. It is a field position,
allowing the Community Marketing Manager to be
embedded in his or her local market to better
support our marketing strategies and overall
DICK'S Sporting Goods brand on a regional level.
As a member of the Marketing Team, this person
establishes and maintains relationships with
corporate Marketing Associates as well as Regional
Vice Presidents, Regional Directors, District
Managers and all Store Management within assigned
territories. For details visit this
link.
Public
Relations Manager
Company: Brooks Sports
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
This individual
serves as the key PR strategist and media
representative of Brooks Sports, a leading running
company headquartered in Bothell, Wash. The Public
Relations Manager works with media, analysts, and
other external and internal audiences to support
key Brooks-branded and Brooks corporate
initiatives (i.e.: events, product launches,
marketing campaigns, promotions, corporate
initiatives, product seeding, athletes). This
individual also oversees the company's Run B'cause
charitable giving program. Requirements
include a four-year college degree;
Communications/English background preferred; Must
have a minimum of 7 years experience in Public
Relations role working with all areas of
media/media events; Excellent technical and
creative writing abilities; Strong interpersonal
and public speaking skills; Prior experience
working with a sporting goods or active lifestyle
brand is preferred; Additional education in
Technical Writing, Presentation Skills,
Communications a plus; Strong computer skills to
include PowerPoint or other presentation programs;
Self motivated and comfortable working and
contributing in a fast-paced, highly creative,
team work environment. For additional details
visit this
link.
Regional
Sales Rep - Northwest/Seattle
Company: Competitor Group
Posted Dec. 30, 2010
Competitor Group is
looking for a self-motivated individual who is
hungry to make a difference in their job and make
money. Qualified candidates will be outgoing,
goal-oriented and have a passion for endurance
sports and the active lifestyle. In this
growth oriented position, you will be fully
responsible for all regional sales. Specific
responsibilities include selling print and digital
advertising for all Competitor Group media
properties which include the eleven regional
editions of Competitor Magazine and the Competitor
Group's subscription titles: Triathlete, Inside
Triathlon, and VeloNews. You will also sell
regional event sponsorships and marketing
opportunities for Competitor Group event
properties which include the Rock 'n' Roll
Marathon Series, Columbia Muddy Buddy Ride + Run
Series and the TriRock Triathlon Series. Email
your resume and cover letter to: jobs@competitorgroup.com.
Independent Sales Representative
Company: FuelBelt, Inc. Territory: CA, AZ, NV, HI
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
FuelBelt,
Inc., is looking for an exceptional outside sales
representative/agency to manage specialty accounts
in the following territory: CA, AZ, NV,
HI. The ideal candidate would have
established contacts in the market, a
forward-thinking marketing mind, a background in
retail presentation and a commitment to account
service, events and clinics. Strong
communication skills and attention to detail are
essential.
Please
email your resume and references to susan@fuelbelt.com.
Superfeet
Outside Sales Rep (In-House) IL
Compay: Superfeet Worldwide, Inc.
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Outside
Sales RepresentativeThe Superfeet
"In-House" Sales Rep acts as the
ambassador of Superfeet and will serve as the
point of contact for retailers and business
associates within their assigned region(s). Sales
Reps will represent Superfeet and its brandimage
and continually support our Mission, Culture and
Core Values. The functional purpose of this
position is to provide greater coverage of the
market throughout the assigned region. This will
include sales and businessdevelopment in the
following market segments: (1) sports dealers
including run specialty, outdoor, hockey, soccer,
ski, etc. (2) comfort andorthopedic retail stores,
(3) medical including podiatry, physical
therapy,pharmacies and other related specialties
(4) industrial footwear dealers, (5) department
stores (6) and other accounts as assigned. The
Sales Rep may need to work with Independent
Territory Reps in partnership to further the brand
and business goals of the organization. For more
information, please send cover letter and resume
to: LaVonne
Gordon, HR Manager.
Product
Line Manager, Footwear, Running/Bolt
Company: PUMA North America
Posted Dec. 7, 2010 (Nov22)
Full-time, mid
level position in our Boston, MA USA Design Center
responsible for meeting seasonal objectives within
the parameters of the PUMA International timeline.
Job
Description
Lead and manage
future Global growth of Running category. Be the
PUMA expert in Running category. Manage Puma’s
Usain Bolt footwear running collection and work as
the cross-category lead to align the collection
with Lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories.
Possess complete knowledge of industry trends,
consumer profiles, retail markets, and the
competitive landscape. Lead the charge to create
innovative, market-leading, consumer-benefit
driven footwear. Plan and create strategic
business plan to exploit Category assets and
maximize business potential of Puma Athletes.
- Lead the overall
POD teams (design/development) in the creation
of short and long-term strategies, tactical
product executions and innovations that
position PUMA as the leader in Running.
- Execute and
manage the product process from clear briefs
to range launch.
- Provide briefs
which give clear product direction and
information to the development and design
partners.
- Manage and
execute to designated calendar milestones.
- Meet category
financial targets as set by the corporation.
- Analyze and
report category business performance on a
monthly basis.
- Maintenance of
all of the product information systems as
needed.
- Presentations of
the ranges, both internally to Puma
merchandising and sales, and externally to key
retailers / partners.
- Develop and
manage an effective working relationship
between merchandising, sales and marketing to
effectively plan new product introductions.
- Travel
domestically and internationally to build
market / retailer network for consistent
product feedback in our key markets.
- Liaise with PUMA
promotion partners to ensure best product
service according to athlete needs. Meet
athletes and manage relationship with openness
and proactiveness.
We Expect:
- Preferably
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or
Finance
- Minimum 3 years
international footwear product management
experience with top tier international sports
company
- Excellent
communication and speaking skills
- Credible
knowledge of international fashion as well as
technical consumer trends and market dynamics
- General
knowledge of international retail environment
- Strong
leadership skills. High initiative, high
energy, passionate, decisive, eye for detail,
confident
- Strong
analytical, overall business orientation
- Ability to frame
and defend an alternative position
- General
technical product knowledge
- Ability to
convincingly present category knowledge using
PowerPoint and spreadsheet software tools.
Job Posting #
ECAA-83WQAM

Footwear
Product Developer, SMU
Company: PUMA North America, Boston, MA
Posted Dec. 7, 2010 (Nov19)
Introduction
Become a member of
our Product Development Team within the Footwear
group. The position reports directly to the
Senior Development Manager – Key Account
Development. Constant communication with
Design, Business Management, Wear Test
Coordinator, Model Manager and Far East
Development (World Cat) staff.
Job
Description
The Developer-Key
Account Footwear will be responsible for the
research and development of new footwear from the
approved design through the confirmation stage.
Coordinate all phases of development utilizing the
available resources of Design, Product Line
Manager, Model Shop, Wear Testing and World Cat.
Work within a team oriented structure consisting
of all disciplines necessary and available to
develop a product line achieving product
objectives within the established timelines.
Be proactive in working with suppliers to generate
new ideas, materials and components for enhanced
product creation and innovation. Assist on
production quality issues when necessary.
Follow up with the Wear Test Coordinator on all
fit and wear testing from early prototypes to
final confirmed wear testing, implement revisions
as necessary.
- Assist and
contribute ideas for product design,
construction, materials, compounds and
components to enhance functionality,
aesthetics, fit, and profit margin.
Serve as the technical and manufacturing
resource for product line management and
design members of project teams.
- Generate a
technical development package to communicate
intended construction and aesthetic details of
each project to overseas development partners.
- Sign off
on all blueprints prior to opening sample
molds.
- Examine
all prototypes to assure all specifications
are correct and within product cost target.
- Prepare
and update project status reports and the
product range management system.
- Achieve
timeline milestones to assure development
process and prototypes are progressing
properly.
- Coordinate
the fit and wear testing at appropriate
prototype stage with the wear test
coordinator. Evaluate the feedback and
implement revisions to World Cat.
- Confirm
final production confirmation samples.
- International
and domestic travel as required to achieve a
high level of product and component
development, including visits to manufacturing
countries / factories to assist and review
commercialization and production on key
product.
Projects should
meet or improve upon industry standards for
perceived quality and value, profit margin,
biomechanics, performance, and aesthetics.
Tooling efficiency and manufacturability are key
in this role with a design-led brand.
We Expect:
Experience in
footwear development is a must along with strong
organizational and communication skills, work
ethic, and teamwork. Should have footwear
competitive market awareness combined with
technical problem solving ability at the micro
level. A successful candidate will be
curious and open minded, always up for a
challenge, inventive and creative, and be able to
travel.
- Applicable
technical degree preferred:
Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Chemical
Engineering, Product Design, or Biomechanics.
- Minimum
three years’ experience in footwear
development, lifestyle/fashion and sport
footwear experience preferred.
- Current
‘industry standard’ technical knowledge of
footwear development and manufacturing
processes.
- Strong
knowledge of US Customs Rules and Regulations.
Job Posting #
JBAN-8BCJ78

Director
of Operations and Development
Company: Pacific Sports, LLC, Orange County, CA
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Pacific Sports LLC is a premier sports
consultation firm, dedicated to the management of
top-notch multi-sport events all around the nation
including triathlons, marathons, and Cycling
events. The appropriate individual has a
minimum of 2-3 years in event management and
experienced with the management of client,
sponsor, and permitting agencies. Pacific
Sports is looking for someone who can immediately
spearhead the management and development of event
operations plans while also identifying new
business and working closely with major sponsors.
This is a full-time position reporting to the
President. Salary and Education: Commensurate
with experience of the individual. A
bachelor's degree is required. Benefits:
Salaried FT Exempt position with a
comprehensive medical/dental. Apply: If
interested and qualified, please e-mail your
resume and salary requirements to kylee@pacificsportsllc.com.
Applicant should be available by no later
than December 15, and willing and able to move to
Orange County, California.
Director
of Operations and Development
Company: Pacific Sports, LLC, Orange County, CA
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Pacific Sports LLC is a premier sports consultation firm, dedicated to the management of topnotch multi-sport events all around the nation including triathlons, marathons, and Cycling
events.
The appropriate individual has a minimum of 2-3 years in event management and experienced
with the management of client, sponsor, and permitting agencies. Pacific Sports is looking for
someone who can immediately spearhead the management and development of event
operations plans while also identifying new business and working closely with major sponsors. This
is a full-time position.
Key Responsibilities
• Direct and manage all aspects of race production for annual events
o Secure all necessary permits with municipalities and event venues
o Recruit and manage contractors, crew, and volunteers for all events
o Create and execute event production schedules
o Financial management – budgeting and invoicing
o Contract drafting and negotiation
o Coordinate event planning meetings with key internal groups
• Oversee sponsorship activation and assist in sponsorship acquisition
• Assist in the creation and management of the annual marketing plan. Focus on direct,
online, and grassroots marketing strategies
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities
Additional requirements include:
• 2-3 years (or more) of applicable experience. Experience in the sports or entertainment
industry a plus.
• Extremely organized and efficient with the ability to multi-task while working under tight
deadlines
• Highly effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work well in a small office environment
• Ability to develop and manage budgets
• Willingness to travel and work various weekends
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to lift 30 lbs
Salary and Education:
Commensurate with experience of the individual. A bachelor’s degree is required
Benefits:
• Salaried FT Exempt position with a comprehensive medical/dental.
Apply:
If interested and qualified, please e-mail your resume and salary requirements to
kylee@pacificsportsllc.com
Applicant should be available by no later than December 15th
and willing and able to move to Orange County, California.
Marketing
and Event Coordinator
Company: Pacific Sports, LLC, Orange, CA
Posted Dec, 7, 2010
Pacific Sports is seeking an experienced part or full-time event coordinator to assist in the
planning and production of its events. Based in Anaheim, CA, Pacific Sports currently produces
10-12 events a year, including running events, triathlons and cycling events. We are seeking
someone who wants to be an integral part of our small but fast-growing business. Candidate must
be an energetic, organized and creative.
Key Responsibilities
• This position will interface with many aspects of the business including;
• Event marketing (Newsletter to database of 70,000, competitor updates, promos, etc.)
• Working with graphic designer
• Maintain websites (blogs, newsletters, press releases, etc)
• Social media-Twitter and Facebook monitoring for support
• Accounting/financials
• Athlete registration (Active.com); customer service; coordinate with timing company
• Course operations
• Database management
• Permitting, insurance, sanctioning
Additional requirements include:
• Candidate should have experience in event planning, sports/entertainment field preferred
• Possess good communication, organization and leadership skills
• Ability to manage database and work in multiple software applications
• Need to have strong work ethic
• Extremely organized and efficient with the ability to multi-task while working under tight
deadlines
• Highly effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work well in a small office environment
• Willingness to travel and work various weekends
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to lift 30 lbs
Salary and Education:
Commensurate with experience of the individual. A bachelor’s degree is required.
Apply:
If interested and qualified, please e-mail your resume and salary
requirements to kylee@pacificsportsllc.com
Applicant should be available by no later than December 15
th and willing and able to move to Orange County, California.
Apparel
Developer, Zoot Sports
Company: K2 Sports
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
K2
Sports is seeking a Apparel Developer for Zoot
Sports who would be responsible for developing
run, cycling, swim and triathlon apparel from
design phase through production. The Product
Developer works directly with the Designer,
Product Manager and Manufacturers to create, and
maintain technical information with regard to
product creation from conception through
development to production-ready status for all
products. Product Developer's involvement is
essential to cohesive line creation within the
team to provide input and suggestions relative to
creation of product line. This position will be
located in Vista, CA. Interested candidates please
visit this link.
Regional
Sales Rep - San Francisco
Company: Competitor Group
Posted Dec, 7, 2010
Position
Description
Competitor Group is
looking for a self-motivated individual who is
hungry to make a difference in their job and make
money for themselves. Qualified candidates will be
outgoing, goal-oriented and have a passion for
endurance sports and the active lifestyle. In this
growth oriented position, you will be fully
responsible for all regional sales. Specific
responsibilities include selling print and digital
advertising for all Competitor Group media
properties which include the eleven regional
editions of Competitor Magazine and the Competitor
Group’s subscription titles: Triathlete, Inside
Triathlon, and VeloNews. You will also sell
regional event sponsorships and marketing
opportunities for Competitor Group event
properties which include the Rock ‘n’ Roll
Marathon Series, Columbia Muddy Buddy Ride + Run
Series and the TriRock Triathlon Series. We
provide a flexible, fun, non-corporate environment
with tremendous growth opportunities
professionally, personally, and financially.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage and
maintain Regional accounts
- Lead generation
and new business creation
- Developing and
presenting of sales materials
- Create new
revenue opportunities for clients
- Coordination of
all artwork with Production Department
- Maintain client
database
- Attend local
events and trade/consumer shows
- Client
collections
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree
(B. A.) from four-year College or university; or a
minimum of three years related sales experience;
or equivalent combination of education and
experience. Microsoft Word, Excel, Sales Database
and Power Point experience preferred.
Compensation:
Draw against commission.
Our company
offers a relaxed environment, friendly staff,
competitive salary and employee benefits package
including 401(k) matching.
If
interested and qualified, please send resume or
C.V., cover letter with salary history and
requirements to jobs@competitorgroup.com
Event
Manager
Company: Competitor Group
Posted Dec, 7, 2010
Position Summary
The incumbent is
the event project manager and is responsible for
event planning, management, execution and follow
up. This is a hands-on position that requires
execution as well as strategic planning and team
leadership. The Event Manager is accountable
for the day-to-day event details, meeting
deadlines and event communication. As such, the
incumbent will work with individuals in all areas
of the company (Registration, Customer Service,
Marketing, Graphics, PR, Web, Sales, Expo,
Hospitality, Travel, Merchandise, Charity
Relations, Community Relations, Volunteer
Recruitment and Operations.)
The position
requires travel. He/she will travel to their
event’s host city several times a year to engage
the local running community, solicit local
sponsorship and implement grassroots
marketing. Additionally, the event manager
arrives in the host city a week prior to race day
to oversee on-site preparations. In
addition, he/she will be required to travel to
other CGI events and to expos across the country
to help promote a variety of related CGI events.
Minimum
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)
- Grassroots
and Local Marketing
- Develop an
event specific marketing plan to drive event
participation including but not limited to:
- e-mail
marketing
- event Web
site communication
- social
marketing
- radio
partnerships
- television/cable
partnerships
- newspaper
partnerships
- grassroots
promotion and partnerships
- write copy
for event brochures
- Manage
Consumer Communication
including:
- event
e-newsletters
- event updates
and confirmation
- Web site race
information and marketing updates
- Event Guide
– write stories, assemble sponsor ads,
work with production
- Project
Management
- Oversee
marketing deadlines
- Manage
production timelines
- Coordinate
with operations
- Oversee staff
plans and related travel
- Coordinate
Expo Clinic Speakers
- Manage
ancillary events
- Sponsorship
Sales
- Coordinate
with sales team on sponsorship sales
- Secure local
cash sponsors and product donation
- Oversee
sponsor fulfillment
- Provide
sponsor impression numbers
- Event
Related Amenities
- Order runner
amenities including race numbers, finisher
medals, participant volunteer and
promotional T -shirts, goodie bags and other
race supplies
- Order race day
and expo signage and banners
- Manage
delivery and inventory of supplies/
amenities
- Business
- Work with
director to attain or exceed budget goals
- Direct and
mentor event assistants and coordinators
- Operations
Coordination
- Communicate
and interact with operations department on
logistical elements to the race including:
- Volunteer
Recruitment
- Course Maps
- Start and
Finish Line Maps
- Parking and
Shuttle Programs
- Community
Relations
- Entertainment
Coordination
- Oversight of
Medical program
- Licensing
and Permitting
- Insurance
- Contractors
- Trucking
Schedules
- Securing
Expo Space
- City
Relations
- Cheer
- Customer
Service
- Work with
customer service department to solve runner
related problems and questions
Minimum
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)
- Exceptional
organizational skills and attention to detail
- Minimum of four
years experience in Sports Marketing and/or
Event or Project Management
- Exceptionally
strong communication skills
- Experience with
budgeting process and understanding of P &
L statements
- Ability to
manage other people
- Professional
demeanor
- Ability to
multi-task, with a high level of personal
initiative and self-drive
- Excellent
interpersonal skills – builds effective
working relationships on all levels
- Travel including
weekends will be required several times a year
for events and Expo promotion
- Sales experience
a plus
- Proficiency with
Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Helpful
Personality Characteristics:
- Self-motivated
- Hard-working
- Positive
attitude
- Enthusiastic
Our company
offers a relaxed environment, friendly staff,
competitive salary and employee benefits package
including 401(k) matching.
If
interested and qualified, please send resume or
C.V., cover letter with salary history and
requirements to jobs@competitorgroup.com
Regional
Sales Representative - Washington, DC
Company: Competitor Group
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Position
Description:
Competitor Group is
looking for a self-motivated individual who is
hungry to make a difference in their job and make
money. Qualified candidates will be outgoing,
goal-oriented and have a passion for endurance
sports and the active lifestyle. In this growth
oriented position, you will be fully responsible
for all regional sales.
Specific
responsibilities include selling print and digital
advertising for all Competitor Group media
properties which include the eleven regional
editions of Competitor Magazine and the Competitor
Group’s subscription titles: Triathlete, Inside
Triathlon, and VeloNews. You will also sell
regional event sponsorships and marketing
opportunities for Competitor Group event
properties which include the Rock ‘n’ Roll
Marathon Series, Columbia Muddy Buddy Ride + Run
Series and the TriRock Triathlon Series.
We provide a
flexible, fun, non-corporate environment with
tremendous growth opportunities professionally,
personally, and financially.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage and
maintain Regional accounts
- Lead generation
and new business creation
- Developing and
presenting of sales materials
- Create new
revenue opportunities for clients
- Coordination of
all artwork with Production Department
- Maintain client
database
- Attend local
events and trade/consumer shows
- Client
collections
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree
(B. A.) from four-year College or university; or a
minimum of three years related sales experience;
or equivalent combination of education and
experience. Microsoft Word, Excel, Sales Database
and Power Point experience preferred.
Compensation:
Draw against commission.
Our company
offers a relaxed environment, friendly staff,
competitive salary and employee benefits package
including 401(k) matching.
If
interested and qualified, please send resume or
C.V., cover letter with salary history and
requirements to jobs@competitorgroup.com
Online
Marketing Coordinator
Company: Peaksware
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Peaksware
is looking for a marketing genius who
also lives and breathes health,
fitness and athletic performance. We
need an experienced, organized,
creative, web savvy coordinator with
lots of self-motivation and initiative
who will utilize in-bound and
out-bound marketing strategies from
social networking to blogging,
newsletters and content
writing/editing to traditional public
relations.
Job
responsibilities will include:
- 25% -
Customer support (TrainingPeaks
forums, Twitter and Facebook
monitoring for support, support
documentation, tutorials, contextual
help, etc)
- 25% -
Communication (with content
contributors and distributors
including media & partners)
- 20% -
Writing and editing (blogs,
newsletters, articles, case studies,
press releases, etc)
- 20% -
Community monitoring and social
networking (content distribution,
member engagement, branding, etc)
- 10% -
Reporting (Analytics and other tools
to track campaigns and on-going
efforts)
The
ideal candidate:
- Will
be an excellent writer and
editor, well-spoken and
comfortable interacting with a wide
variety of people from executives to
athletes
- Must
be extremely organized and have the
proven ability to manage many
projects simultaneously with
excellent follow-through
- Will
be very web and mobile savvy and
have lots of experience using social
media applications like Twitter,
Facebook and YouTube
- Will
understand and have experience
optimizing content, websites and
promotions for SEO
- Will
be driven by results as proven by a
solid understanding and experience
with web analytics tools like Google
Analytics
- Will
have a basic understanding of
design, especially digital design
(experience using Dreamweaver and
Photoshop is a big bonus)
- Will
be able to clearly communicate ideas
and concepts to both technical and
non-technical audiences across many
different markets
- Will
personally be passionate about, and
active in fitness, sports
performance and/or nutrition
- Will
live no more than 40 minutes away
from Lafayette, Colorado or be
willing to relocate
- Previous
experience using TrainingPeaks
software is a huge bonus!
What
we offer:
- Competitive
salary
- Excellent
benefits (health, dental, vision,
gym membership, etc)
- A
great company culture (recently
named one of America's Best Places
to Work by Outside
Magazine)
Please send your resume and cover letter
to: hr-(at
sign)-peaksware-dot-com.
You must include links to social media
sites, blogs, website content, press
releases or other content you created or
orchestrated in order to be considered
for this position.
About
Peaksware:
Peaksware
develops software that helps motivated
individuals and professionals achieve
health, fitness and peak performance.
Our main product www.TrainingPeaks.com
is used to monitor, analyze and plan
training and nutrition by coaches,
trainers, dietitians and individuals
from elite athletes to general fitness
enthusiasts. In addition to direct to
consumer software, we power training
and nutrition products for Runner's
World, Outside Magazine, Timex, the
New York City Marathon and many
others.
Director,
Run
Company: Pearlizumi USA, Inc.
Louisville, CO
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
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POSITION
SUMMARY:
This position is the leader of
our global Run initiative.
The primary role of the
Director of Run is developing
and managing the long term (2-5)
year strategic sales,
distribution, marketing and
in-sights to the product
creation team for the Pearl
Izumi run apparel and footwear
business unit.
This person is expected
to grow the revenues and profit
while establishing Pearl Izumi
run in a position of product and
brand leadership within the
focused category. The Director
of Run must research and develop
new business initiatives within
the run segment and drive a
strategy that includes elements
of organic growth, alliances and
partnerships that align within
the run specialty and outdoor
apparel & footwear industry.
The position oversees the
P&L responsibility for the
Run division.
Scope
of Responsibilities/Expectations
1. Strategy
The Director of Run will work
collaboratively with Pearl Izumi
Marketing, Operations and
Product teams to insure that the
run strategic plan and vision is
coordinated internally and among
our customers and industry
partners.
This individual will have
the responsibility for building
a new business unit distinct
from the current structure to
provide focus and growth for our
Run business.
The business unit
includes marketing and sales
functions including
merchandising, inside and
outside sales including strong
alliance with product
merchandise and development.
Primary
Responsibilities include:
Identifying key market,
customer, technology and trends
including
disruptions/opportunities which
have the potential to positively
and negatively impact the run
business.
This person must be
working closely with key
customers, partners, industry
analysts, and suppliers as
appropriate.
Establishing
and executing clearly defined
goals for this business segment.
Building
economic price models which
reflect the impact of our
products on the costs and
revenues associated with the
Go-To-Market Process.
Analyzing
the strategic positioning and
SWOT of competitors and
articulating these across PI,
and creating a competitive
counter strategy which leverages
our strengths to provide unique
differentiable sales and
marketing advantages.
·
Lead
strategic meetings with a strong
focus on business analysis,
strategic and financial
modeling, and/or road mapping
resulting in a clear defined run
strategy.
·Develop
a unified RUN Apparel and
Footwear Go-To-Market approach
that aligns with the overall
brand strategy.
2.
Business Development
Working in alignment with
Operations, Finance, and Product
management teams; the Director
of Run will be responsible for
identifying potential
market/product gaps and business
opportunities to strengthen and
extend the capabilities of the
Business’ run product
solutions. The Director of Run
will evaluate buy/partner/build
alternatives; provide detailed
analysis and recommendations on
the best means to address these
gaps and opportunities,
enlisting the support and
expertise within the PI
organization and externally as
appropriate.
Where analysis determines that a
strategic third party
relationship is the optimum
path, the Director of Run will
own primary responsibility to
define the objectives of the
relationship together with a
financial model for
demonstrating the return on
investment, and provide an
analysis of the third party
company.
The Director of Run will have
primary responsibility for
executing these business
partnerships for Pearl Izumi and
helping to define the
appropriate functional area of
ownership within the division
for each partnership dependent
upon the role of the
partnership.
The
Director of Run will have
responsibility to develop the
run specific category
management, sales/distribution
and marketing communication
strategies.
Specific Knowledge/Skills:
* Bachelor's degree
* 7-10+ years of marketing, run
business strategy, and
development
Experience
in consumer driven business
Expertise
in strategy development
including hypothesis
development, option
identification, data-driven
business analysis and problems
solving
Expertise
in public speaking/presentation
development
Outstanding
project management and time
management skills
Proficiency
in Excel, PowerPoint, and using
3rd party research
databases.
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Moving
Comfort Website Manager
Company: Brooks Sports
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
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Moving
Comfort is looking for an energetic and tech
savvy Website Merchandiser to grow our
ecommerce business on movingcomfort.com. The
Website Merchandiser will assist with all
aspects of our ecommerce site, including
updating content, editing images, QA, and
reporting. This person will also lead the
planning and execution of customer outreach
initiatives through web, email, and social
media campaigns. Please apply online at
www.movingcomfort.com.
Assoc.
Product Line Mgr. Men's Running Apparel
Company:
Brooks Sports
Posted Dec. 7, 2010
Achieving a
leadership position in the marketplace
requires innovative thinking and the ability
to inspire all product creation shareholders.
The PLM
is responsible for the seasonal direction
of the apparel and accessories collections,
providing leadership and merchandising
expertise while monitoring the processes
through on going interaction with internal and
external cross functional teams. Reports to
and works closely with Director of
Merchandising. From brief to commercialization
the PLM provides a comprehensive understanding
of the competitive landscape. Managing the
approval process for materials, fit and
prototype sign off. Ensure key calendar
milestones are met for on-time delivery and
adoption of styles. Foster a collaborative
work relationship with Sales, Operations,
Marketing and Footwear counterparts.
Director,
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk –
Boston, MA
Company: American Cancer Society
Posted Nov. 9, 2010
Seeking candidates who can provide strategic
oversight for this major fundraising event. Ideal
candidate will have experience in developing
project plans and timelines required for
successful event implementation, and will have a
track record of attaining fundraising and
corporate sponsorship goals. The Director
recruits, trains, motivates and supervises three
regular full-time staff as well as 6 – 8
seasonal staff whose role is team recruitment and
fundraising, and who provide hands-on support for
the event. The Director works with field-based
income development and health initiative team
members to develop and implement a plan to reach
diverse populations at risk of breast cancer, and
works with communications staff to develop media
plan, recruit media sponsors and provide
information to the media. Candidates should have 2
- 4 years of successful fundraising experience;
experience managing paid staff and volunteers a
strong plus. Accepting applications through
November 19, 2010. Please send cover letter and
resume to rene.mallen@cancer.org..
Salary range for the position is $58,000 -
$64,000.
Rene Mallen, SPHR
Vice President of Human Resources
American Cancer Society, New England Division
Phone: 508-270-4733
Fax: 508-270-4778
Race
Timer
Company:
World Triathlon Corporation
Posted Oct. 13,
2010
World
Triathlon Corporation is searching for their next
race timer. Prior
race timing experience is a must.
Experience scoring is preferred.
Responsibilities include, large database
management, setting up networks at race sites,
learning scoring software programming language,
managing and processing live data from large
complex triathlons and preparing timing chips for
use. Ability
to learn and adapt to technical programs is a
must. In
addition to the skills listed here, this person
would be expected to handle the stress of race day
and maintain composure during intensive scrutiny
by athletes and race directors.
This position requires travel to 18-22
events per year, a flexible schedule on race week,
and strong customer service skills.
This is a full time salaried position based
in Tampa, FL.
Please send resume to pat@ironman.com.
Executive Assistant to
the President
Company: Brooks Sports
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
This position has a broad and varied range of
responsibilities including providing
administrative support to the President, creating
presentations, coordinating and managing their
calendar and travel arrangements, communication as
well as meeting planning.
Basic
Responsibilities:
•
Provides administrative support of a highly
complex and responsible nature to the president
•
Interfaces with High level
internal/external contacts requiring considerable
discretion and initiative.
•
Coordinates schedules for meetings,
arranges appointments, schedules visitors, and
keeps President’s calendar.
•
Effectively represent the office of the
President to all constituencies of the company
•
Coordinate and manage communication
incoming and outgoing from President's office
•
Coordinate global travel for President
(VIPs as necessary)
•
Prepare and coordinate materials for
company meetings
•
Member of Run B'Cause committee
representing President's office
•
Provide administrative support to select
senior Executives as necessary
•
Manage and maintain Global Corporate
Calendar
•
Manage corporate travel agency as liaison
for company
•
Monitor and manage corporate budget monthly
•
Able to work with confidential information
with discretion and good judgment
•
Special projects as assigned
Requirements:
1.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
preferred in Business Administration
2.
Five years executive-level support
experience
3.
Outstanding interpersonal skills to
effectively interact with all levels of employees
as well as customers, partners, vendors, and
corporate executives
4.
Ability to function in a fast-paced
environment and successfully manage multiple tasks
simultaneously and ability to exercise excellent
judgment with a strong attention to detail
5.
Excellent organizational skills, problem
solving abilities and initiative
6.
Excellent written and oral communication
skills
7.
Ability to prioritize workload and meet
deadlines
8.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook,
Word, Excel, PowerPoint
9.
Team Player that can sync in with essence
of Company culture and be effective
Reports
to:
President
Department:
Corporate
Classification:
Salaried, Exempt
Visit
this link.
Director of Business
Development & Strategic Partnerships
Company: Atlanta Track Club, Atlanta,
GA
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
Reporting to the Executive Director, this is a
highly visible, collaborative position which
requires multi-tasking, prioritizing
responsibilities and team work. This position
ensures liaison between the ATC partners and ATC's
internal production teams such as: Marketing and
Communications, Event Production, Registration,
Outreach and Finance to produce strategic and well
executed partnerships for the ATC. Knowledge
Skills and Abilities: Minimum of 10 years of
demonstrably successful sponsorship sales and
client management experience; Proven track record
in securing corporate sponsorships of all levels
is required; Strong negotiating and relationship
building skills preferred; Excellent verbal and
written presentation skills, including the ability
to quantify the return on a partner's investment;
Exceptional analytic and problem solving skills,
organization and project management skills; strong
sense of urgency and commitment to high standards
of excellence required. Full-time position. Salary
commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Bonus potential based on sales results. Plus
benefits including health, disability, retirement
and vacation/personal time. EOE. Willingness to
work a flexible schedule is required. Qualified
candidates please send or e-mail a resume and
cover letter by November 1 to: Atlanta Track Club,
Attn: Human Resources, 3097 E. Shadowlawn Avenue,
Atlanta GA 30305, e-mail to: careers@atlantatrackclub.org.
New
Balance Specialty Sales Opportunities
Company:
New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc, various locations
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
Due to a recent restructuring of our Specialty
Sales Organization in an effort to accelerate
business results, we have multiple employment
opportunities within our sales organization. We
are looking for exceptional sales reps to join our
run specialty, apparel and lifestyle teams to
provide outstanding customer service, develop
strong client relationships and help grow our
business. These new opportunities are all about
getting closer to the customer, growing our best
people and delivering best-in-class in-store
execution. We value the history we have
established with our retail partners and by
joining the New Balance team, you are welcomed
into a family dedicated to creating memorable and
rewarding relationships with our accounts. To
learn more about New Balance, our sales
opportunities and to apply, please visit www.newbalance.com/careers.
Account Mgr/Sales Rep.
Company: 26.2 Apparel
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
A new Running Apparel line is seeking outside
independent salesperson to call on Running
Specialty Stores and running related groups. The
line includes both Men's and Woman's Performance
Running Apparel. Primary Responsibilities: Outside
sales to Independent Running Stores and Sporting
Goods Stores. Compensation is commissioned based.
Visit the 26.2 website.
Community
Executive, Endurance Events - Framingham, MA
Company: American Cancer Society
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
The American Cancer Society, New England Division,
Inc., seeks candidates for this fund raising and
volunteer management position for DetermiNation
and other special events. The Community Executive
develops relationships with athlete-driven
volunteer committees, and interacts and
establishes relationships within the
running/marathon community, specifically with
sporting companies and related constituencies.
Identifies key opportunities within the running
community to recruit athletes and volunteers, to
promote DetermiNation events, and to expand the
American Cancer Society's exposure in this event
venue. Travel throughout New England required. The
ideal candidate will have three years of
experience in endurance event fund raising and
knowledge of the Boston, MA, Providence, RI and
Hartford, CT running communities. Excellent
communications skills and proven expertise in
building community relationships are required;
experience recruiting and delegating to volunteers
is a plus. Please send cover letter and resume,
including salary requirements, to rene.mallen@cancer.org.
Determination Community
Relations Mgr - Phoenix, AZ
Company: American Cancer Society
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
As a DetermiNation Community Relationship Manager,
you'll establish key partnerships and coach
volunteer committees to develop a world class
program for endurance athletes who make every mile
more meaningful in our DetermiNation endurance
program. This position professionally represents
the American Cancer Society to the public and
implements DetermiNation events through a
volunteer structure in assigned communities,
establishing partnerships with key races, training
programs, and specialty athlete stores. The ideal
person for this position has at least three years
of face to face outside sales or fundraising
experience, is self motivated, organized, works
well independently, is comfortable with public
speaking and has worked with the running or
endurance athlete community. Visit: www.cancer.org.
Senior Product Line
Manager - Men's Run
Company: Under Armour
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
The successful candidate will be given a rare
opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing brand
and be the driver in this growing category.
Passion, desire and integrity are traits we look
for in our teammates. Build the Under Armour brand
in the run markets both big box and specialty.
Provide insight, influence and leadership to
define market requirements (features and
functions); Define product marketing requirements
and manage the development process by translating
user testing, sales and customer support feedback
into feature/function requirements; Develop
product requirements and communicate product
vision for ongoing releases and new product
opportunities; Partner with Sales, Marketing
in order to bring product to market. Visit this
link.
Dir. of Endurance Event
Training - Seattle, WA
Company: American Cancer Society
Posted Oct. 13, 2010
Provides vision, leadership, and strategic
direction for the DetermiNation endurance event
training program; Utilizes volunteer-staff
partnerships to recruit, train and support a team
of assistant coaches, local training captains and
mentors; develops virtual program to support
DetermiNation athletes from outside of the defined
geographic area; Provides standardized training
programs for various ability levels, including
calendars, weekly workouts and participant
communication; Coordinates and promotes regular
fun runs, large group runs, social gatherings, and
other activities to enhance the DetermiNation
athlete experience; Cultivates strategic
relationships with local industry experts to
present seminars, answer topic-specific questions,
and provide qualified support for DetermiNation
athletes; Supports athlete recruitment by
presenting program details to potential athletes;
Implements on-course coaching program and provides
race weekend support to DetermiNation athletes.
Visit:
www.cancer.org .
Job Openings with the New
York Road Runners
Career Opportunities
New York Road Runners is
a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the
sport of running for health, recreation, and
competition. Founded in 1958 with a membership of 47,
NYRR now has a full-time staff of more than over 100
employees and a growing membership base of more than
40,000 members from every U.S. state and over 100
countries. NYRR produces more than 100 events per year,
including the prestigious ING New York City Marathon.
New York Road Runners
is an Equal Opportunity Employer
http://www.nyrr.org/about/jobs.asp
Position:
Controller
Department: Finance
Main Responsibilities:
The Controller is responsible for help setting financial
reporting standards for the fiscal management for New
York Road Runners. This position is also responsible to
provide subject matter expertise to NYRR as it relates
to GAAP, including but not limited to: general
ledger best practices, daily banking relationships and
tax reporting
Major Responsibilities:
¨ Participate
as needed with the Finance staff of day-to-day financial
operations.
¨ Manage and mentor
the members of the Accounting staff.
¨ Provide financial
modeling.
¨ Manage the accuracy of
daily banking and cash reporting
¨ Ensure the accuracy and
timeliness of accounting entries
¨ Oversee the maintenance
of the G/L including the credit card bank reconciliation
¨ Ensure monthly G/L
closings are completed timely and accurately
¨ Provide
leadership in setting the standards within the Finance
department, for quality of work, timeliness of response,
and overall communication and customer service.
¨ Provide financial
information to Operational staff and help them
understand the financial implications of programmatic
decisions.
¨ Participate in
the annual audit process, acting as a key liaison with
outside accountants.
¨ Prepare and or
supervise tax reporting to the IRS and the State.
¨ On ad hoc basis,
provide fiscal problem resolution support to Department
Head whenever directed.
¨ Other duties as
assigned by supervisor.
¨ Participate in
Key NYRR events (such as ING NYC Marathon and other
weekly races) in areas that may fall outside core
expertise.
Qualifications:
¨ Minimum 10
years of diverse financial experience gained in public
or private organization. Experience with mid size
organizations are a plus.
¨ An MBA or CPA
¨ Not for profit
accounting background desirable.
¨ Interest in
sports in general and running is an advantage.
¨ Proven track
record as a financial manager with broad accounting,
systems and reporting experience at a senior level.
¨ Proven ability to
work through change and manage professionals.
¨ Proven ability to
work effectively and maintain positive, productive
relations with colleagues, management, as well as
financial institutions, sponsors/clients, independent
auditors, vendors, and consultants.
¨ Knowledge of data
processing and the operation of integrated information
systems are essential.
¨ Strong
communication and presentation skills, both written and
oral.
If interested and qualified, please e-mail your resume
and salary requirements to:
humanresources@nyrr.org
or mail to:
New York Road Runners
Attn: Human Resources
9 East 89th Street, New York, NY 10128
Coordinating
Producer, Multi-Media & Entertainment Production
The overall objectives of
this department will be to create and oversee the
development and technical aspects of all production
while working with the Business Development &
Marketing Strategies Department developing models that
result in event services contributing to the overall
profitability of the organization.
This position will report to the Vice President, Event
Development and Production, and will be responsible for
overseeing the overall development and technical
planning & production of all media and entertainment
events, including: press conferences; live concert
entertainment; production of commercials for radio and
TV; set and stage designs; video and webcasts and other
multi-media. The end result must be a first-class
presentation with concentration on customer satisfaction
while making sure all sponsor obligations are fulfilled.
Major responsibilities include:
• Develop project plans, timelines , festival site
design, ROS and scripts for live entertainment at all
NYRR events, working closely with event managers &
logistical support teams to ensure the delivery of a
top-level production
• Technical lead on all issues related to onsite
production, including, but not limited to, sound and
video; power; tenting/structure placement &
build-out; related permitting; live sound production and
opening ceremonies
• Work closely with Creative Services team to
conceptualize and develop themed events that are in line
with sponsor and consumer expectations, installing
related stage sets/look and feel
• Working with VP of ED&P in the development and
production of various events which surround the ING New
York City Marathon week. Such events will range from
video presentations, receptions to a major indoor
concert held at a NYC venue
• Responsible for the planning and executing the
positioning of all course sound stages and Jumbotrons
for the ING New York City Marathon and other key events
• Budget preparation and management for all phases of
event production
• Work with Media Operations and PR to provide
production and technical support for the Marathon Media
Center and Broadcast Office to help expand media reach
to outside markets, including foreign TV as it relates
to the ING New York City Marathon and other key NYRR
events. Coordinate efforts with Creative Services to
design all particulars regarding look & feel
• Liaison with outside TV & Video production
companies for the execution of the local and national
broadcast & webcasts for the ING New York City
Marathon and other key NYRR events, coordinating all
production and broadcast timelines as well as providing
on-ground support
• Responsible for overseeing outside consultants and
production managers including the development of
assignment schedules and management of payroll
• Work closely with outside talent agencies to book
entertainment artists and celebrities
• Monitor live sound companies to insure compliance
with sound levels in public areas
• Develop RFP’s and coordinate scheduling of
interviews with all outside contractors. Prepare final
recommendation report for management review
• Daily correspondence with Marketing team updating
Marketing managers on timelines as it affects any
sponsors
• Responsible for scheduling planning meetings with
all internal and external personnel prior to event.
Submit weekly status reports on all projects to upper
management
Required
Qualifications:
• Minimum 5+ years of special events project
management including technical background in production
of live events and TV/Video/Webcast production.
• Must have working knowledge in latest technologies,
including live video streaming; uplink technologies and
PDA applications
• Supervise a team 2-3 full time staff managers and
onsite production teams as well as outside consultants
• Must be an innovative and creative thinker able to
work effectively with multiple internal groups
• CAD/Visio for site designing is a must
• Ability to prepare budgets and provide detailed
analysis per event. Experience with Excel and other
related financial applications a must
• Prepare project plans for senior management
approval. Working with Microsoft Project and Sharepoint
a plus
• Work with Event Logistic Teams to develop key
milestone targets dates, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Must have strong communicative and written skills
and ability to work with others
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and
work under tight deadlines. Deliverables against
milestone targets a must
• Must have related industry contacts: Talent
Agencies; Record Companies; TV Production Companies
• Multi-Media background helpful
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends
• Contacts within city agencies a plus
Apply
Resumes
Larisa J. Manuel
Cell Phone: (206) 240-3476
Larisa.Manuel@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
August 2009-December 2010
Masters of Science in Sports Administration (MSSA), graduated with honors distinction—Magna Cum Laude
Achievements: Cross-Country & Track Graduate Assistant Coach 2009 and 2010 seasons
Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA
August 2000-May 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.); Concentrations in Human Resources Management and Marketing
Achievements: Women’s Cross-Country Team Captain; Vice President and Board Member, Student Athletic Advisory Committee (representative to NCAA Division 1 / West Coast Conference); President, Gonzaga Association for Marketing and Advertising
WORK EXPERIENCE
Euro RSCG 4D, Portland, OR
January 2008-December 2008 (laid off do to economic downturn)
Account Manager at an international multimedia advertising firm specializing in interactive and digital space
· Responsible for strategizing, managing, and deploying online/web 2.0 marketing and advertising campaigns for clients Visa and Adobe Software
· Managed time-sensitive process of bringing client’s strategy to finalized deliverables by effectively
stewarding communications with internal project team
· Other tasks included writing creative briefs/statements of work, content management, account profitability tracking, analyzing web analytics, and collaborating/critiquing creative design work
GenA Media & Marketing/Competitor Publishing Group, Portland, OR
June 2006-January 2008
Regional Account Manager for national network of endurance sports and fitness magazines
· Responsible for managing current accounts and actively prospecting and securing new business
· Accountable for revenue generation through print and online sales
· Other duties included event/tradeshow representation, grassroots community promotions, high-level proposal information, ad placement management and account receivables maintenance
BAX Global Logistics Inc., Portland, OR
November 2004-June 2006
Sales Coordinator/International Customer Service Agent for international business to business (B2B) supply chain solution and transportation company
· Provided centralized support of multiple levels of sales operations as well as in-depth customer service support
· Responsibilities included responding to customers requests, building presentations, compiling portfolios of services, and analyzing and reporting
sales numbers
INTERNSHIPS
University of Portland Athletics, Portland, OR
May-August 2010
Sports Information Department Intern
· Performed an in-depth analysis of collegiate websites and provided recommendations for the upcoming Pilots website redesign
· Updated large quantities of team and player statistical and historical records
· Created, monitored and maintained content for a blog which served as prototype for future Pilot athletic blogs
· Assisted with other the day-to-day media activities and duties relating to Pilots sports programs as assigned by the Sports Information Director and Assistant Sports Information Director
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Run Portland Elite/Competitive Racing Team February 2007-Present
Member of local, elite-level running team sponsored by Fit Right NW and Puma; compete in 10+ races per year in the Northwest under contract
NIKE Run Hit Wonder (RHW), Nike Running Club Summer 2005
Pace group team leader and grassroots marketer for NIKE RHW fitness training program; responsible for inspiration and motivation of participants as well as promotion of NIKE products
Competitive distance running and Racing 2005-Present
Run in variety of elite running races around the Pacific NW; 2007 3rd place female finisher, Eugene Half Marathon;
55th overall female finisher Boston Marathon, 2008; 1st place female finisher, Nike for Kids 5k, 2008; 54th overall female finisher, Chicago Marathon 2009
“I've got a theory that if you give 100 percent all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end.” -Larry Bird
Shannon K. Madigan
Current Address: Permanent Address:
652 Union Ave. Oshkosh, WI 54901 804 S. Madison St. Green Bay, WI 54301
Cell Phone: (920)655-2587 Email: skmadigan@gmail.com
Website: www.linkedin.com/in/shannonkmadigan
Portfolio: www.skmadigan.weebly.com
Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI
Bachelor of Science: College of Letters and Science May 2010
Journalism: Advertising and Public Relations Honor Roll Student
Relative Experience
Strategic Campaigns in Advertising-
-Developed an advertising campaign for the Grand Opera House in Oshkosh, WI
-Created consumer profiles and a media plan with objectives and strategies
-Allocated funds for media usage during the yearlong campaign
Ad, Copy, Layout Production-
-Created print advertisements, television storyboards, logos and guerilla advertisements
Public Relations Techniques-
-Created newsletters, public service announcements,
brochures and flyers
-Developed a campaign for re:Th!nk Smokeless Tobacco targeted at 12-15 year old boys
Advertising Media-
-Wrote creative briefs, allocated media funds and developed a campaign for Kashi Pizza
Essentials of Marketing
Media Photography
Website Development
Previous Employment
Feb 2009- March 10 Study Abroad Marketing Assistant Intern Oshkosh, WI
UW Oshkosh Office of International Education
-Organized, planned and marketed the UW Oshkosh Study Abroad
-Created flyers and researched new ways to market the fair to students
-Invited and communicated with third party providers
Summer 2008, 09 English Teacher/ Intern Japan
Guy Healy Japan- USA Summer Camp
- Developed, organized and led group activities
- Taught English to children between the ages of 4-18
Honors/ Awards
2009, 10 UW Oshkosh Track and Field Team Captain
2009, 10 UW Oshkosh Cross Country Team Captain
2009 WIAC All Conference Cross Country Sportsmanship Award
2006, 07, 08, 09 WIAC All Conference Cross Country Academic Team
2007, 08, 09 WIAC All Conference Track and Field Academic Team
Volunteer Work
2007, 08, 09, 10 “Relay for Life” Organizer and Volunteer
2009 “A Day with the Titans” Event Organizer and Volunteer
2006, 07, 08, 09 Fox Cities Marathon Group Leader and Volunteer
2006, 07, 08 Counselor for Suzy Favor-Hamilton Nike Running Camp
2006, 07 Read with a Titan Program (reading to elementary school children)
Activities
2006, 07, 08, 09, 10 UW Oshkosh Cross Country and Track Athlete
2008, 09, 10 Study Abroad Ambassador Team Club (President 2009-10)
2006, 07, 08, 09, 10 Student Athletic Advisory Committee
2008 Title IX Committee for the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Skills
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Flash
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Dreamweaver and Web site development
• Knowledge of Spanish
Nathan
Lindskoog
8340 W 26th Ave
Lakewood, C0 80214
209-402-5794
natelindskoog@gmail.com
Experience:
2008-present
Road Runner Sports Westminster, CO
Manager: Julie
Johnson 303-465-6022
Grassroots
Marketing Rep., Retail Sales/Fit Expert
• Make
customers feel comfortable and welcome at
both race expos
and our retail location
• Help new and
seasoned runners understand main
technological
points in a variety of running shoes
and how they
apply to their particular needs.
• Take
customers through a multiple point gait
analysis,
utilizing advanced pressure and motion
analysis
software.
• Clearly
explain the results of the analysis and
educate each
customer on the best type of shoe or
combination of
running shoes for their needs.
• Responsible
for continued education on new
products and
technology (i.e. socks, insoles, shoes,
moisture
management garments, electronics, etc.)
pertinent to the
running industry and our
customers needs.
• Weekly
replenishment of inventory both stocking
and organizing
merchandise in a way that best
allows customers
to access and use it to meet their
training goals.
• Go to races
and clinics to promote the growth of
the stores
customer base, and be involved in the
local running
community.
• Lead weekly
group runs and develop a training
program for
beginner/intermediate runners in the
5k/10k.
8340 W 26th Ave
Lakewood, C0 80214
209-402-5794
natelindskoog@gmail.com
2007-1/2010
Hiwan Golf Club Evergreen, CO
Manager: Eric
Pedersen 303-674-3366
Server/Bartender/Trainer
• General
bartending/serving duties
• Help lead
team of staff in setting up and tearing
down events
• Involved in
the hands on training of new staff and
continued
learning of current staff
• Providing
the best possible customer service
experience to
members of the club and their guests.
2007–2008 Mimi’s
Café Golden, CO
Manager:
Mercedes Madsen 303-384-9350
Server
•
Worked in the fast paced customer service
environment
while interacting in a fun a positive way
with co-workers.
•
Work along side team members and managers to
provide the
highest possible level of customer service.
•
Responsible for handling cash and credit
transactions.
•
Multi-task the desires and needs of all my customers
in a responsive
time.
2003-2007 New
Life Christian Center Turlock, CA
Manager: Dave
Larson 209-667-5433
Director
of Jr. High Ministry
•
Oversaw and ran all daily operations of the Jr. High
Youth Ministries
at a church of 1000 members.
•
Managed a staff of up to 6 volunteers
-Built, lead and
trained my team to be competent in
interacting with
students and meeting their needs.
•
Led weekly staff meetings
•
Budgeting and Fundraising:
-Responsible for
staying within and expending
a $30,000/yr
budget.
-Special events
and fundraising including a 5K
Run/Walk and
Golf Tournament.
-Responsible for
a group of 30-50 students.
•
Aspired to teach students how to develop meaningful
relationships
with others and facilitated their
personal,
spiritual, and social growth.
•
Counselor
Education:
2001-2003
Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA
•
A.A., General, 3.5gpa
•
Sprinter/jumper on track and field team
Skills:
•
Adobe Photoshop, graphic design
•
All MS office tools
•
Public speaking and communication skills
•
Problem solving
•
Gait/motion analysis
•
Informative/motivational speaking
Interests:
Love spending
time with my family. Wife and 3 kids all
share the same
love of the outdoors! Running/racing,
camping/backpacking,
fishing, hunting, swimming, and
biking are how
we spend our time. Have competed in 5k,
10k, . marathon
and . Iron Distance Triathlon.
Tracy
Connolly
5318 18th Ave North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 (727) 744-4026
tracy_connolly@yahoo.com
Professional History
Associate Director of Sales February 2005 to current
Sirata Beach Resort and Conference Center, St. Pete Beach, FL
• Plan and coordinate multiple meetings, events and tradeshows simultaneously
• Represent property at 3-6 national tradeshows yearly
• Responsible for customer solicitation, cultivation and relationship building
• Contract negotiations and public presentations
• Market resort through e-mail blasts, bulk mail, web-site, community and print
• Manage and train sales and convention services team
• Experienced in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, among other programs
“PurpleStride 5K” Event Director, St. Petersburg, FL May 2009 and May 2010
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), CA
Marketing
• Construct event marketing plan
• Collaborate with PanCAN on creating and distributing e-blasts, posters, post cards and all marketing pieces
• Coordinate and oversee ad campaign
• Responsible for completing and delegating marketing duties
Logistics
• Recruit and supervise Steering Committee of 7 members
• Sole responsibility for event planning logistics including, but not limited to, permitting, event space design, EMS, police, event day timeline, insurance, etc
• Detail volunteer needs, duties and assign volunteer coordinator
• Create Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Recognition program
• Implement recycle program at event
• Oversee and assign registration volunteer
• Write emcee script for announcer
Sponsors and Budget
• Identify possible sponsors and supporters
• Sponsorship solicitation, cultivation, relationship building and creativity
• Create and follow sponsorship levels
• Establish and followed event budget for non-profit (gross $91,000 net $80,791)
Results
• Exceeded “Inaugural” 2009 budget with 520 participants and $47,000 raised
• Exceeded 2010 budget with 875 participants and $91,000 raised
• Expectations for 2011 will be 1,200 participants and $110,000
Volunteer Assistant April 2010
St. Anthony’s Triathlon, St. Petersburg, FL
• Assist Volunteer Manager on event weekend
• Communicate with all volunteers (400+)
• Clear understanding of triathlons to help with troubleshooting and event needs
Volunteer Coordinator, Sand Key Triathlon Sept. 2009 and Sept. 2010
Tri This, Inc.
• Responsible for volunteer recruitment
• Communicate information clearly between volunteers, groups, athletes and event staff
• Event day support
Health and Fitness Expo Manager 2006 - Current
Motion Sports Management, St. Pete Beach, FL
• Responsible for vendor and sponsorship cultivation for both St. Pete Beach Classic (5K and 10K)
and Bay to Bay (5K and 12K)
• Plan and execute Health and Fitness Race Expo
• Vendor contracts negotiations
• Plan and solicit support for Post Race Party
Aid Station Captain, Ironman World Championship 70.0 2007 and 2008
Through contract with Motion Sports Management, St. Pete Beach, FL
• Plan and logistics for double aid station set up, flow and professionalism
• Responsible for 50 volunteers on event day
• Event day support and Ironman crew contact
Additional Involvement
Vice President - St. Pete Road Runners Club
St. Pete Road Runners Club Summer 5K Series committee and event design
Team in Training participant
Relay for Life participant
Ragnar Relay team captain
Avid Runner and Marathon Competitor
Triathlon Competitor
Steven
L. "Hammy" Handwerker
421
Kelburn Rd., #213, Deerfield, IL 60015 http://www.linkedin.com/in/stevehandwerker
Phone:
312.375.9500 E-mail: slhcomm@hotmail.com
2009 Publicity Club of Chicago Gold and Silver
Trumpets Award Winner
2009 International Association of Business
Communicators/Chicago Bronze Quill Award Winner
Sports Marketing and Public Relations Professional
Domestic
and international, B2C and B2B sports marketing, PR and
communications expert. Strategically positions clients
as industry leaders. Top-quality strategic,
multitasking, writing, creative, team and budgetary
skills. Sees details and big picture. Quick, thorough
study and relationship builder. Fluent Spanish,
conversational German, Portuguese and Hebrew.
EXPERIENCE
Director of Public
Relations, The San Jose Group, Chicago, Ill. 2008 –
March 2009 downsizing
Hispanic marketing
communications agency. Staff, project, budget
management; writing, editing; social media; new
business.
Clients: U.S. Cellular,
Illinois Bureau of Tourism, ComEd, The San Jose Group.
Created U.S.
Cellular’s first-ever Hispanic Heritage Month mobile
technology downloads (national flags & ringtones),
generating 6,500
downloads, 600,000 print, broadcast & online media
consumers in 12 U.S. markets.
Strategy &
planning team member for ComEd annual back-to-school and
holiday-season special events for youth.
Through social
media and traditional media relations, secured SJG
coverage in PRWeek (2x), AdAge, P&C Hispanic,
HR Magazine, Negocios
Now, HMW, and others.
Won numerous
awards for U.S. Cellular and IBOT work.
Improved staff
skills, efficiency and division profitability; expanded
services, social media and internal communications.
Principal,
SLHCommunications, Inc., Chicago, Ill. 2001 – Present
- Domestic, global
marketing communications; athlete, event management
& operations; sponsorship, licensing negotiation,
contracts; media planning, buying; media relations;
crisis communications; look-of-venue; trade shows;
travel marketing; database marketing; VIP service; new
business; staff management; philanthropy; professional
photography – news, corporate, industrial, sports
& affairs.
Clients: USA: Sports
Engine USA, Inc., TN Sunglasses, Valdora Cycles, Inc.,
Lava Belt, Philadelphia Triathlon in Fairmount Park,
Gulf Coast Tri., Timberman Tri., Lakeshore Marathon,
Elkhart Lake Int’l Tri., Hammerfest Tri., Chann McRae,
Roy Pirrung, Harris County (Tex.) Flood Control Dist.;
GER: Quelle Challenge Roth, Kohler Haardman, Lucia
Kuehner, Bernd Eichhorn; BRA: Oscar Galindez, Fabio
Carvalho; ARG: Barbara Buenahora; ITA: Daniel Fontana;
EST: Margus Tamm; CAN: Luc Morin, Eric Roy.
Quelle Challenge
Roth re-branding PR renewed event’s global
significance. Generated record amount of global media
coverage – at least 12 nations on 5 continents,
developed one of few sub-8-hour pro fields in triathlon
history, initiated course redesigns, special bonuses,
contracts & marketing for world’s largest Ironman
& destination travel race (3,677 athletes, 35,000
expo visitors, 100,000+ spectators; $1.5MM marketing
budget).
PR for inaugural
Philadelphia Tri. (1,400 athletes, 3,500+ spectators)
generated regional, national & global media
coverage: 5 TV networks, 1 radio station, 2 dailies, 5
magazines. Managed external PR support.
Built
Philadelphia Tri. two-day expo – 20+ vendor sales;
look-of-venue; negotiations; day-of management.
Elkhart Lake
site redesign increased event capacity &
registration revenue by 33% in one year.
Conceived,
produced Starved Rock/Hammerfest Tri. race & expo,
$31,000+ net per year for Ottawa, Ill. visitors center.
Chicago Fire
look of venue; event marketing; mascot; game operations;
CONCACAF Gold Cup Chicago support operations.
World-class
& second-tier pro athletes’ visibility &
sponsorship assets brought to new levels.
Sports Engine’s
MOTORTABS and Valdora’s PHX new product launch media
relations.
Pioneered
full-service public relations & news distribution
for triathlon worldwide.
Location
photography published worldwide – editorial, sports,
formal affairs, industrial, product, and real estate.
Director, Brand
Development and Marketing, USA Field Hockey, Colorado
Springs, Col. 2008
National governing body
& Olympic team. Brand building, marketing &
management; expo, advertising, merchandise,
partnerships, sponsorship sales; look-of-venue; special
Beijing Olympics logo design; fund-raising strategy;
budget, staff, change management.
Created &
grossed $11,000 in new USAFH-branded merchandise sales
with one-week lead time.
$3,200+ in
last-minute expo vendor space sales for national
championships.
Identified &
initiated collection of approximately $18,000 in
past-due sponsorship & advertising sales
receivables.
Created special,
Beijing Olympics-themed field hockey logo and USAFH’s
first-ever brand standards.
Created,
produced "Believe. Belong." Olympic team video
to motivate thousands of young hockey players.
Created
"Postcards from Beijing" media relations
campaign & sponsored gear for Beijing fans &
player giveaways.
Planned &
managed look-of-venue for national championships week
(seven hockey pitches, expo, medical, etc.)
Created unique
public address, half-time, mascot, and other
opportunities for sponsors & vendors at national
tourney.
Began ESPN The
Magazine relationship to overhaul, best manage &
profit from USAFH’s quarterly magazine.
Began developing
sponsorships with Williams Oil, High Sierra &
high-end endemic companies.
Public Relations
Specialist, PriceWeber, Louisville, Ky. 2000 – 2001
Integrated marketing
communications agency.
Media relations; news
conferences; writing, editing; newsletters;
cross-functional project management; trade shows;
branding, identity; internal communications; sponsorship
activation; client relations, account management;
business, staff development.
Clients: The Valvoline
Company; Cummins, Inc.; Fleetguard, Inc.; Brown-Forman
Beverages Worldwide; PriceWeber.
Identified,
activated Valvoline’s NASCAR sponsorship via trade
show appearances, media relations & promotions.
Initiated,
managed Valvoline-Fleetguard joint media luncheon for
greater impact & client cost savings.
Initiated,
managed project, change management for Valvoline
newsletter redesign, increasing reliability &
profitability.
Expanded PR
revenue from media relations-only to project management,
sponsorship activation, new business.
Initiation and
change management of client news releases to 100%
digital from hardcopy-only, improving efficiency &
editors’ satisfaction. Project management for
cross-functional creative & software development
team.
Account Director, The
Hanlen Organization, Inc., Wilmette, Ill. 1993 - 1999
Full-service public
relations agency.
Media relations; public
affairs, client relations, account management; news,
features, white paper writing, editing; market research;
trade shows, special events; award-winning custom
publishing; photography management & creative;
advertising, direct marketing; sales incentive programs;
business development; staff supervision.
Clients: BFGoodrich
Specialty Plastics; Cooper Lighting; Elkay Mfg.; Kirsch;
Jameson; Seatt; BDO Seidman, LLP;
USA Group, Inc. Employee
Benefits Consutling; Sikich Group, LLP; Binding
Industries of America; Univshoe, Inc.; Adoption by
Choice, Inc.; PSO/ICCA; Herbst LaZar Bell; Miller &
Assoc.
Created new
relationships between agency, BFGoodrich and media
through comprehensive media seminar on
difficult-to-understand product, earning endless
coverage over next five years.
Launched
Univshoe’s Casual Fridays footwear with market
research, B2B and B2C news releases, special events, and
turnkey Casual Friday policy handbook for human resource
managers nationwide.
Planning and
operations for Kirsch news conference, golf/tennis
outing, product launch party.
Public affairs
for Jameson earned City of Chicago aldermanic support,
establishing ordinance mandating residential carbon
monoxide (CO) detectors; national media coverage;
developed a national CO council.
Public affairs
helped earn State of California building code approval
of BFGoodrich’s plumbing pipe system.
Arranged 18
interviews over six weeks for Illinois Child Care
Association’s statewide broadcast media tour.
Generated
consistent, key leadership & product coverage in
national consumer & trade media for BDO Seidman
tax/global currency/healthcare, Kirsch, BFGoodrich,
Cooper, Elkay, and Jameson/Seatt residential and
commercial building products.
Student Assistant,
University of Illinois Sports Information, Champaign,
Ill. 1990-1991
Media relations, public
relations for varsity wrestling, women’s tennis,
football, basketball, and volleyball; photography
assistant for all sports. Assisted network television
crews as needed.
Created
pediatric ward and school visits for NCAA Div. I
heavyweight champion, John Llewellyn. Secured statewide
and national media coverage for teams and individual
athletes.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Avid athlete –
stick-and-ball, endurance, outdoors (backpacking,
camping, trail running).
Long-time,
sponsored triathlete; six-time IRONMAN competitor;
mentor.
Professional
photographer.
Microsoft Office
Suite; Adobe Photoshop; Cision; Salesforce.com;
AdVantage.
AP Style.
Fluent Spanish
and German; intermediate Portuguese and Hebrew.
AFFILIATIONS
Public Relations
Society of America; Publicity Club of Chicago.
USATriathlon;
USA Track & Field.
Jewish United
Fund of Metropolitan Chicago.
EDUCATION
B.S. in Kinesiology,
Minor in Communications, University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign.
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