Channing Gray (Butler) Email & Phone Number

Channing Butler is the VP of Sales and Strategy for Connect Partnership Group. Her primary responsibilities are generating revenue and consulting on behalf of Connect’s diverse portfolio of clients, and leading strategic business planning and special projects for the agency. Prior to joining Connect, Channing was part of the team that opened Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas where she helped develop the corporate strategy and sold sponsorships across the venue and a variety of events, including the F1 USGP race weekend, ESPN Summer X Games, MotoGP, and the Amphitheater business. Channing kick-started her career with the Dallas Stars in Corporate Partnerships and Broadcast, and is a proud alumna of the University of North Texas, where she graduated summa cum laude. Preceding her career on the commercial side of sports business, Channing was a highly competitive motorcycle racer for over a decade, which has translated into her work through dedication, discipline and the desire to win. Her recent return to two wheels continues to fuel her competitive flame. Channing has a passion for travel and learning about different cultures around the globe. When she isn’t exploring the world or competing on the race track, you can find her at a Texas country concert or bingeing TED Talks.Channing is on the Board of Directors for Dallas Influencers in Sports and Entertainment, and also serves as an Advisory Board Member for the UNT Sports Entertainment Management programs.

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