Eric Edelstein Email & Phone Number

Reno, Nevada, Us

* Returned to role occupied 2013-2022* Lead and manage all operations of the Reno Aces Baseball Club and Greater Nevada Field* Land and property management/development for Simon Family holdings in Reno

Reno, Nevada, Us

* Creating a community that people are proud to call home.* Lead strategic planning and policy for relaunch of Reno Redevelopment Agency after 13 year dormancy due to great recession. * Support the City Manager with the direction and coordination of City departments and divisions focused on economic development and revitalization within the Biggest Little City including Parks & Recreation, Business Licensing, Special Events and Arts & Culture.

Reno, Nv, Us

Instructor for BUS 464/664 Sport and Concert Arena Management

Reno, Nevada, Us

• Owned by real estate magnate Herb Simon; accountable for all Simon family business holdings related to Greater Nevada Field; including Reno Aces Baseball Club, Greater Nevada Field events and downtown Reno land development; formerly operations of Reno 1868 FC• Lead Simon family land and development investments; land acquisition and development in area surrounding Greater Nevada Field• Lead and develop annual business plan, including recruitment, development and management of 40+ full time associates with operating budgets over $10 million and net income in top 10% of Minor League clubs historically• In five full seasons of leadership, achieved baseball franchise highs in marketing partnership, suite lease, group event and partial season ticket plan sales• Identified, negotiated and implemented first naming rights agreement in ballpark history * 15 year agreement - largest and longest in franchise history & 6th most valuable in MILB• Implemented organizational values; increased front office diversity; embraced ethos of talent identifier, developer and exporter• Created special events department for further utilization of Greater Nevada Field while actively building political and regional industry relationships in pursuit of events. Successfully pursued and negotiated relocation of Reno’s Community ice rink and areas largest haunted house,• In first full season, 2014, achieved largest attendance increase in Triple-A Baseball

Reno, Nevada, Us

• Led business plan development and acquisition of United Soccer League Franchise for Reno and second of its kind integrated affiliation with MLS franchise ∗ In first two seasons of USL operations, Reno 1868 FC established itself as top 15 franchise(36 total) in major revenue categories despite operating in the smallest market in the league• Implemented organizational values; increased front office diversity; embraced ethos of talent identifier, developer and exporter“All of us in the Reno 1868 FC organization are grateful to our supporters, season ticket members, community partners and everyone who had a hand in our accomplishments. We are optimistic about that time ahead when all can safely resume daily routines. There will be a day again when watching and playing live soccer is again a central part of our lives. We took on an opportunity to be a part of the fastest growing sport and league in North America. While our time has ended sooner than we had hoped, we part with gratitude for journey and optimism for the future.”

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Lead, manage and direct all sales, marketing, community relations, baseball and ballpark operations for AA Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Position included operating as liaison between City of Springdale, HOK Architects and Crossland Construction during the building of Arvest Ballpark. Was responsible for implementation of all business operations for relocated franchise in preparation for 2008 Inaugural Season.Envisioned introduction and community focused approach to Minor League Baseball in new and challenging market which had never hosted a professional team in its past. Benchmarked club performance against comparable markets and set performance standards and practices to best position team within Northwest Arkansas.· Built and lead business and facility operations with a full time staff of 15+ · Oversaw concept, design and construction of Arvest Ballpark; working with architects and designers at Populous · Initiated relationships and led business development with Fortune 500 companies including Walmart, Tyson Foods, JB Hunt Transport, Procter and Gamble, Nickelodeon/Viacom, HJ Heinz and others· Negotiated 10-year ballpark naming rights partnership with Arvest Bank, achieving the bank’s first regionally focused marketing initiative· Currently maintain governmental relations with City of Springdale and manage all aspects of lease for ballpark· Designed and implemented multi-faceted community relations program, including year round use of Arvest Ballpark for 15+ major non-profit events; including AHA Heart Walk and ADA Tour de Cure

Buffalo, Ny, Us

Rich Baseball Operations includes Buffalo Bisons, AAA Affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, Northwest Arkansas Naturals (formerly Wichita Wranglers), AA Affiliate of the Royals, and the West Virginia Black Bears (formerly Jamestown Jammers), Short Season Single-A Affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates (formerly affiliate of Florida Marlins).Received opportunities in 4 markets with 3 clubs (one club relocated with new stadium construction) during 11 years as a General Manager for Rich Products Corporation.

Loaned by Rich Baseball Operations to assist Northern League Football Club with business operations. · Advised on operations and sales/marketing to increase club profitability· Introduced matchday promotions and atmosphere to English Club Football· Developed detailed buisness plan for long term sustainability

· Led day to day operations of Texas League Franchise; Class AA affiliate of Kansas City Royals, and National Baseball Congress amateur baseball organization· Exceeded revenue goals for all 3 seasons, achieving 300% net income growth over 3 years

· Led day to day operations of New York-Penn League Franchise; Short Season Class A affiliate of Florida Marlins· Exceeded net income goal for 2003 season

Buffalo, Us

· Responsible for creation of marketing materials for Sponsorship/Advertising sales representatives· Responsible for implementation of all elements of advertising partnerships· Introduced and implemented technological advances in sales presentations, execution and fulfillment· Worked with National Sales division (One Source Marketing); implementing multi-market sports partnerships, specifically related to Minor League Baseball teams· Advanced technological process for advertising sales by introducing advanced software and graphic capabilities to the sales process

Cleveland, Oh, Us

· Spring 1996 - High School Internship in Public Relations Intern· 1997 season - Media Gate Representative - Controlled access to Jacobs Field for all media· 1997 - Tour Guide for Jacobs Field Tours· 1998-2000 - Guest Services - Responsible for Fan Services including managing gate access, fan disputes or complaints, safety and security needs of assigned area, and assistance to Director of Ballpark Operations.

· Internship in sales department, specifically working with youth hockey specialist · Coordinated logistics for High School Hockey Series· Created incentive program to assist sales department with fundraising ticket sales for youth hockey · Overall assistance with marketing, events, and promotions for team, including summer Street Heat Hockey Tournament