Ryan Blaire Email & Phone Number

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Many similar responsibilities to pre senior-level promotion. Added duties include multi-year mentor leadership program guiding younger full-time staff and interns, increases in annual revenue/client base ($2 million in sales & 700 clients in 2024), as well as greater input on Group Sales department initiatives & action plan logistics alongside Sr. Director of Group Sales.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

- Exceeded personal 2021 and 2022 sales goal of $1.25 million in Group Sales-Nurture strong personal & sales relationships with hundreds of renewal group clients while continuing to prospect, grow, and cultivate new group and premium sales opportunities-Main organization lead for the development, growth, and activation of ticket sales/day of game activities for Scout Night, Girl Scout Day, & D.A.R.E. Day events-Provide daily guidance and mentorship for fellow AE’s and department seasonal staff/interns-Creator of the team’s pre and post group outing informational documents (shared with all sales dept. colleagues and sent to thousands of group leaders)-Cross-sell all team group sales facets including event tickets, performances, hospitality spaces, and reserved tailgating areas to ensure the most memorable experience and day at the ballpark-Through various initiatives such as stadium visits, birthday phone calls, and lagniappe, ensure a custom and unique connection for each client

Wilmington, Delaware

-Initiate sales of group outings, picnics, and private corporate events for a range of clients including schools, local organizations and businesses, Little Leagues, religious groups, and Fortune 500 companies-Exceeded prior sales records for Target Nights such as Girl Scout Night, Health & Wellness Night, etc. (Girl Scout Night 1,000% increase; H&W Night 200% increase)-Manage game day set-up and preparation of all luxury hospitality areas -Motivate, direct, and lead seasonal sales staff on organizational initiatives and procedures -Lead the organization, coordination, and execution of all pre-game on-field activities, such as musical performances, for groups ranging in size from 10 to 300 -Provide immaculate customer service via timely communication (responses within minutes) and positive/outgoing demeanor in all communications in-person, on phone, and virtually -Work hand-in-hand with fellow staff to surpass department and organization monthly goals

Augusta, Georgia

-Sell new business to professional & residential customers via phone & outside sales meetings; Primarily focused on Season Tickets, Mini Plans, & Group Outings-Director of Birthday Bash, Junior Jackets Kids Club, & Girl Scout Night initiatives within the organization-Achieved 100% of season-long ticket sales goal (set by organization) prior to start of season (125% of goal at end of season) -Met and exceeded 100% of group sales goal (set by organization) with over 2 months remaining in season (202% of goal at end of season) -Established GreenJackets organization record for Girl Scout Night sales, beating prior year sales totals by 716%. -Learn the art of relationship building and impeccable customer service in order to meet sales goals and maintain positive reputation of both myself and the GreenJackets as a whole -Assist with non-sales related duties when necessary to ensure team success (community relations, mascot, in-game entertainment, food & beverage, etc.)

New Brunswick, New Jersey

-Supervise a floor of 55 residents while developing a tight-knit community-Develop and implement weekly resident social and educational events -Act as the first line of response in managing student and community concerns, from resident disputes to programming to overall safety.-Maintain individual and staff budgets & manage building-wide social media accounts.-Develop individual relationships with each student and foster a community valuing respect for others.-Work hand-in-hand with all staff within the building and the department as a whole (Hall Directors, Maintenance, Executive Directors).

New Brunswick, New Jersey

-Assist 30 other players, coaches, and managers with daily practice activities -Lead game day preparations such as ticketing and equipment readiness-Collaborate with Director of Basketball Operations to ensure all athlete and team personnel logistical needs are met-Work with video coordinator to record and break down practice and opponent film-Obtain valuable corporate experience working in the main team office

Tinton Falls/Piscataway, New Jersey

-Handled setup of field equipment and corporate sponsor ad displays on game day -Researched and identified local sponsors and youth teams to attract in order to grow team sales-Adapted to various pregame and in-game tasks as directed by supervisor -Display positive personality interacting with fans over the phone and in person