At Learfield Amplify, we deliver innovation and results in college athletics and professional sports through world-class ticketing, development, and fan engagement solutions.

We are seeking a visionary Vice President of Business Development to lead growth for our Ticketing vertical—a role that combines strategic leadership with a passion for building meaningful, lasting partnerships.

This is a unique opportunity to shape Amplify’s future, forge high-impact collaborations, redefine the fan experience, and drive transformational revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Vision

• Define and execute the long-term growth strategy for Amplify’s Ticketing vertical, ensuring sustainable success.
• Identify emerging trends and market opportunities, while proactively addressing risks and driving innovation.

Partnership Expansion

• Build and deepen senior-level relationships across college athletics and professional sports.
• Partner with existing clients to uncover new opportunities and expand contractual rights.
• Secure strategic partnerships—both internal and external—that deliver mutual value.

Operational & Financial Leadership

• Lead all aspects of RFPs, presentations, contract negotiations, and third-party vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with Learfield divisions to ensure seamless service delivery that exceeds partner expectations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in college athletics, professional sports and/or ticket sales, with proven leadership at the executive or senior management level.
• Strong business acumen with deep expertise in business development and strategic negotiations.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and present complex ideas clearly to executive audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making (including Excel modeling).
• Strong legal acumen with expertise in contract structures and terms.
• Agile, adaptable, and effective in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.