As a seasoned executive with over 16 years of experience, I am passionate about driving P&L growth through strategic innovation and operational excellence. I excel at identifying gaps, designing impactful solutions, and creating cross-functional alignment to ensure successful execution.In my recent role as Chief Business Officer for the Chicago Red Stars, I led the organization through a transformative ownership transition and implemented the first-ever strategic plan, resulting in a 21% increase in overall revenue amid challenging market conditions. My experience in overseeing diverse functions—ranging from analytics and customer service to sales, marketing, and financial management—has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of what drives organizational success.I believe in a servant leadership approach, focusing on recruiting, motivating, and developing teams to maximize productivity. At the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, I played a pivotal role in improving EBITDA from negative $3 million to positive $1.2 million.Key Skills:- Sales and Revenue Growth- Customer Service Excellence- Advanced Analytics and Reporting- Strategic Planning and Execution- Leadership Development and Training- P&L Optimization via Expense Reduction and Reallocation- Relationship Building and Vendor Management- Facility Management and Event Coordination- Mergers and AcquisitionsI am eager to leverage my extensive background to drive transformative change and foster organizational growth. Please feel free to reach out to me or reach out at mikeernst041@gmail.com to talk about collaboration opportunities.