Director, Partnership Sales

About the Director, Partnerships Position

Agency 21 (a21) is seeking an organized team player with a passion for the events industry to join our Sales Team! We specialize in sponsorship sales for culinary, art and lifestyle events nation-wide like Food Network South Beach and NYC Wine and Food Festivals, Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival, Heritage Fire and Whiskies of the World National Tours, and AMP Art Events.

Some of our Sponsorship Partners include Coca-Cola, Master Card, Angel's Envy, BMW, Capital One, LaCroix, Tito's Handmade Vodka, and more!

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, both oral and written, is able to adapt on the fly, prioritize and juggle multiple projects simultaneously. They also have a passion for linking major brands with events that connect them with their target market.

We are open to candidates in both Miami, FL and New York City, NY.

Primary Responsibilities

• Focus sales efforts on all a21owned and managedprojects.

• Prospect new leads and call on an existing database of contacts

• Utilizing sales intelligence tools such as Salesforce, Zoom Info, Yesware, and

• Pitch prospects on partnership opportunity, ideating experiential integration into the event(s)

• Draft proposals and agreements

• Assist with assigned events on-site and any duties needed by staff to execute an event successfully.

• Help develop, train, and lead partnerships team.

Skills + Qualifications Needed

• 5+ years of sales experience, sponsorship experience is a plus

• Experience with National Brands, Sponsor ships, and/or Consumer Facing Sales Role

• Events experience is beneficial.

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Education:

Bachelor's degree is required, Master's degree is a plus

• Applicants must have proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite of Products

• Flexibility to travel throughout the year (up to 25% including some nights and weekends).

About the a21 Family

Based in Miami and New York City, a21 is a modern agency that specializes in Corporate Sponsorship Sales and Activation, Event Management, Strategic Marketing and Corporate Consulting. Our unique and creative approach with a results-driven framework makes us one of the top event marketing agencies in the U.S. As part of our team, you will have access to benefits such as:

Benefits

• Competitive PTO plan

• Hybrid work plan

• 401k and more!

a21 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. a21 complies with all applicable laws.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Events Services

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