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About the Role

The Brooklyn Nets Group Sales team is focused on driving value through group events for companies, organizations, and individuals in the tristate area. This department plays a pivotal role in the company's mission to create memories. The Account Executive, Group Sales will sell Brooklyn Nets ticket inventory, memberships, and suite rentals, focusing on both consumer and business communities. This role involves following up on inbound leads, prospecting via cold calls, and cross-selling other Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment assets.

Responsibilities

Maximize group sales opportunities across assigned international markets.
Sell Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, Barclays Center events & BKSE Growth Properties inventory.
Build long-term relationships and sell directly to entities such as Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), Receptive Tour Operators, International Tour Operators, Travel Agencies, Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Convention & Visitors Bureaus & Hotel Concierge Programs.
Contact, schedule, and conduct virtual, in-person and phone presentations with decision makers within targeted accounts.
Onboard & sell OTA inventory through the API across all available properties.
Develop and manage accounts across Latin America & the Caribbean and the Asia-Pacific region, while supporting additional territories and strategic opportunities.
Represent BKSE properties at trade shows, client events, familiarization tours, and industry conferences.
Attend games and events as required.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure exceptional client experiences before, during, and after each event.

Requirements

Strong communication and relationship skills.
Highly organized and self-motivated.
Results-driven and team-oriented.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated track record of successfully achieving revenue targets.
Outstanding customer service, excellent communication skills and a high level of energy.
Excellent written and spoken communication and conflict resolution skills.

Skills

Sales
Ticket sales
Group sales
Customer service
Communication
Relationship building
Salesforce experience is a plus

Location

Onsite

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

2-5 years of experience working in sales, preferably either in ticket sales for a professional sports franchise, or travel attraction.
Prior travel & tourism industry experience preferred but not required

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required

Salary/Compensations

$21.63/hr - $26.45/hr

Benefits

Bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
HSA and FSA eligibility
401k Employer Match at 4%
Competitive PTO policy & Company Holidays
Parental leave policy eligible after 6 months of service
Access to events at Barclays Center, subject to ticket availability
Free lunch onsite Monday - Thursday
Onsite barista bar

About the Company

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way.
As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.
The company also includes BK Mag, Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties.
Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base.
The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care.
Core values include Integrity, Care, Growth Mindset, and Accountability.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.