Endurance Sports Business News

Competitor Group, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, CA, is a media and event entertainment company dedicated to the endurance sports industry of running, cycling and triathlons. The Manager, Operations will lead one operations team for a group of 5-8 events, with a focus on course design and implementation. The manager will also guide and oversee all other operational aspects of the race at a macro level, 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 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

5 Years experience in design, implementation and coordination of running courses.

Detail oriented and organized.

Ability to multi-task and work on many divergent tasks simultaneously.

Ability to lead and manage a team of internal and contracted staff to implement the operations of the event.

Ability to create and manage budgets.

Computer design skills a plus.

Bachelors Degree Preferred

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

Coordinator, Community Relations
Company: Competitor Group, Inc.

Competitor Group, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, CA, is a media and event entertainment company dedicated to the endurance sports industry of running, cycling and triathlons. Working closely with the Director of Community relations, coordinate development of materials (print, web, email), mailings and presentations to effectively communicate road closure information for Competitor Group's series of events. The Coordinator will maintain an existing contact database and develop new relationships in each event community in an effort to build trust and understanding of road closures and alternate access routes.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
Strong communication skills, including public speaking and presentations
Ability to write clear, concise directions and copy for road closure materials
Comfortable with cold calling affected businesses, hotels, neighborhood groups
Experience in community relations/public relations
Proficiency in the use of computers for word processing, data base management, MS Office

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

Coordinator, Public Relations
Company: Competitor Group, Inc.

Competitor Group, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, CA, is a media and event entertainment company dedicated to the endurance sports industry of running, cycling and triathlons. Under the direction of the Public Relations Manager, the Public Relations Coordinator will support the marketing department's communications efforts by assuming responsibility for of a range of projects involving media relations, external communications, creative efforts and social media to support Competitor events.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should have a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field and at least three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional level experience in public relations or media.

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

Medical Coordinator
Company" Competitor Group, Inc.

Competitor Group, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, CA, is a media and event entertainment company dedicated to the endurance sports industry of running, cycling and triathlons. The medical coordinator will coordinate resources necessary for successful execution of Competitor Group's medical team programs and services. This includes directly working with the Medical Director and local doctors/captains in each event city, providing administrative support, resources and tools to effectively recruit, confirm, retain and train volunteers for each event.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
Knowledge and interest in sports medicine is an asset
Experience in volunteer management
Proficiency in the use of computers for word processing, data base management, MS Office

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

Sales Representative - Northern California, Nevada

Company: SportHill, Inc.

SportHill, Inc. is looking for a sales representative for Northern California and Nevada. Applicants must have the ability to show and present product in an easy, precise manner, be willing to attend national shows, travel the territory a minimum of 4 times a year, schedule and preform regular seasonal clinics and attend special account events. Attention to detail is a must and above and beyond customer service is required. Please submit your resume to JP Berg, National Sales Manager, jpberg@sporthill.com. Compensation will be discussed with qualified applicants upon receiving resume with references.

Executive Director
Company: Houston Marathon

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors of the Houston Marathon Committee and is responsible for the organization's consistent achievement of its mission and financial stability.

In program development and administration, the Executive Director will:

1. Assure that the organization has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission and goals toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.

2. Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the board.

3. Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization's work.

4. Maintain official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

5. Approve organization's operating procedures, policies, and standards.

6. Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the race promotion industry.

In communications, the Executive Director will:

1. See that the board is kept fully informed on the condition of the organization and all important factors influencing it.

2. Publicize the activities of the organization, its programs and goals.

3. Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organizations.

4. Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the general public.

In relations with staff, the Executive Director will:

1. Be responsible for the recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers.

2. Ensure that job descriptions are developed, that regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices are in place.

3. See that an effective management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place.

4. Encourage staff and volunteer development and education, and assist program staff in relating their specialized work to the total program of the organization.

5. Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people.

In budget and finance, the Executive Director will:

1. Be responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial practices.

2. Work with the staff, Treasurer, and the board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines.

3. Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work.

4. Jointly, with designated board members, conduct official correspondence of the organization and execute legal documents.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education: Undergraduate degree, at a minimum

Experience:

Individual should possess a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience including 3 to 5 years in a senior managerial capacity with a similar operation.

Must have direct management responsibility for large-scale initiatives involving significant dollar amounts and implications.

Extensive experience working with volunteers.
Not-for-profit experience preferred.

Skills:

Proven leadership and team building skills. Ability to build consensus, rally support around common goals and to motivate groups and individuals. Proven negotiation and mediation skills. Ability to overcome obstacles to cooperation and to foster harmonious relations.

Strong project management skills. Easily balances competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines.

Ability to think strategically and creatively.

Ability to rapidly process and comprehend large amounts of detailed information consider the implications and consequences of new facts and make decisions.

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills. Ability to be articulate, concise, compelling and diplomatic.

Interested persons should send a cover letter and resume to:

R. Alton Milrany
Houston Marathon Committee
720 N. Post Oak Road, Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77024
Alton@houstonmarathon.com

Product Line Manager - Running Apparel & Accessories

Company: Brooks Sports

Product excellence is at the heart of Brooks success. 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 merchandising expertise with 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.

Regional Sales Representatives - New York

Company: Competitor Group

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 adventure and the active lifestyle. In this growth position, you will be fully responsible for specific region while selling print and digital advertising for all Competitor Group publications, including the regional editions of Competitor Magazine, as well as the Competitor Group's national titles: Triathlete, Inside Triathlon, and VeloNews. You will also sell regional event sponsorships and other marketing opportunities while maintaining and up-selling existing clients and developing new business. We provide a flexible, fun, non-corporate environment with tremendous growth opportunities.

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 production with Art Department
*         Maintain client database
*         Attend local events and trade/consumer shows
*         Client collections

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.

We offer a relaxed environment, a friendly staff, health benefits, vacation and a 401K with employer matching.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to send resume or C.V., cover letter with salary history and requirements to jobs@competitorgroup.com .