Manager, Global Partnership Activation

North Las Vegas, NV, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

team events

Employee Discounts

wellness programs

Job Description

Foley Entertainment Group (FEG) is a prominent leader in the sports and entertainment industry, known for managing a diverse portfolio of assets that encompass sports teams, venues, hospitality, and charitable foundations. Founded by Bill Foley, the company has firmly established itself as a key player in delivering world-class experiences to fans and guests around the globe. At the heart of FEG's sports division is the Stanley Cup champion NHL team, the Vegas Golden Knights. The organization extends its influence further with ownership of other professional sports franchises, including the Henderson Silver Knights (AHL) and Vegas Knight Hawks (IFL), both of which play in facilities managed by FEG such as Lee's Family Forum. Additionally, FEG’s global reach includes significant football interests, including ownership stakes in England's Premier League club AFC Bournemouth and majority ownership in Auckland FC, underscoring its commitment to expansive growth and influence in the international sports and entertainment markets.

The role of Manager of Global Partnership - Activations is an essential position within the Foley Entertainment Group, designed to oversee the execution and delivery of integrated partnership activations across the organization’s various sports properties and venues. The position reports into the partnerships team, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless activation of sponsorship commitments and the delivery of exceptional partner experiences. The Manager will handle activations for a portfolio of accounts associated with the Vegas Golden Knights, Henderson Silver Knights, Vegas Knight Hawks, City National Arena, American First Center, and Lee’s Family Forum, among other locations.

This role requires a detail-oriented, passionate professional with a strong background in sponsorship activation, partner servicing, event logistics, and program management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the activation timelines, tracking systems, and logistical execution for a variety of partner activations, displays, and branded experiences during games and events. Moreover, they will develop reports analyzing partnership performance, including return on investment, engagement metrics, and success indicators, enabling data-driven optimization and enhancement of partnership strategies.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating game day and special event experiences, planning partner hospitality initiatives such as suite visits and VIP access, and conducting vendor management including sourcing, negotiation, and overseeing event logistics. The role demands exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously, uphold brand standards, and maintain meticulous tracking of partnership deliverables through CRM tools.

This opportunity will allow an individual to be part of a dynamic sports and entertainment environment in one of the world's most vibrant markets, Las Vegas. The position also offers a chance to contribute to a globally recognized brand with ambitious goals and a commitment to excellence in partnership activation and fan engagement.

Job Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during event setup, execution, and breakdown
Ability to stand up and/or work with your hands for extended periods of time
Ability to lift objects (rarely more than 20 lbs) on occasion
Travel may be required between multiple venue locations
Must have a flexible work schedule to work special event responsibilities throughout the year: weekends, nights and holidays as dictated by games/events
Capacity to navigate multi-level venue facilities, including stairs and various event spaces
Visual acuity sufficient to review contracts, activation plans, and detailed event documents
Manual dexterity required for computer use, event setup, and coordination of activation elements

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or combination of work experience and education
Minimum of 4 years of professional experience, preferably in sports with a team, brand, or agency
Proven track record of successfully coordinating multiple events and activations simultaneously
Strong proficiency with CRM tools (KORE preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Experience using graphic design software preferred (i.e., Photoshop)
Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to consistently meet hard deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills and a relentless work ethic
Results-oriented with a strong focus on delivering measurable outcomes and exceeding expectations
Pro-active, self-motivated and highly organized with the ability to effectively manage multiple detail-oriented tasks and establish daily work routines in a high energy atmosphere
Strong desire and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude and quick thinker with ability to lead with YES internally and externally
Self-starter with problem-solving mindset and ability to thrive under pressure
Team player with a no-ego, 'we' not 'me' approach
Knowledge of the Las Vegas market and its entertainment-driven dynamics preferred
High level of integrity and ability to uphold the organization's "Knights Code" (company rules of conduct)

Job Duties

Manage the day-to-day activation and servicing for a portfolio of assigned partnership accounts for the Vegas Golden Knights
Build and foster high-impact relationships with partners, stakeholders and external partners to foster long-term collaboration and business growth
Maintain an ongoing understanding of each partner's business and competitive environment
Engage with partner personnel, including client and agency resources to fulfill all partner commitments, build activation strategies, manage and execute partnership initiatives
Ensure contractual sponsorship elements are fulfilled, executed seamlessly and tracked for accuracy for all assigned partners
Lead the development of activation timelines and tracking systems to execute deliverables and logistics across various venues
Participate in meetings with internal department stakeholders and associated vendors to ensure contracted sponsor assets are executed on time and on strategy
Lead the execution of logistics of partner activations, displays, and branded experiences at games and events