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Job DescriptionDescription: The Seattle Storm, a four-time WNBA Champion and one of the league’s most iconic franchises, is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Senior Director of Corporate Partnership Sales to help lead new business development efforts. This individual will be responsible for identifying, prospecting, pitching, and closing high-value partnerships that align with the Storm values, brand, and fans. The ideal candidate is a strategic seller with a strong track record of closing six- and seven-figure multi-year deals, has a deep understanding of brand marketing and sponsorship strategy, and is passionate about women's sports and the power of purpose-driven partnerships. Experience selling for a league, team, or other sports/entertainment property is preferred. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with strong commercial acumen, including experience in dynamic solutions-based sponsorship sales, exceptional relationship development, strong account management skills, and be a great collaborator and team player. Requirements: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. New Business Development (Primary Focus – 70%) • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive new business sales strategy, focused on securing long-term, high-impact corporate partnerships., • Proactively identify and build a pipeline of prospects across key open categories., • Craft custom, insight-driven partnership proposals that address brand objectives and leverage the Storm’s unique assets (In-arena, TV, IP, digital, community, hospitality, etc.)., • Collaborate closely with internal teams (marketing, game operations, community and social impact, ticket sales, etc,) to develop and price integrated marketing platforms., • Maintain a relentless focus on closing business—owning the sales process from initial outreach to contract execution., • Using best practices and sports business trends, continually refine and implement sales management processes., • A collaborative and adaptive leader who thrives in a team-oriented environment, working effectively across departments and with a variety of internal and external stakeholders., • Serve as a senior leader within the Corporate Partnerships team., • Partner with the Partnership Services team, Marketing, and Community Impact teams to ensure smooth onboarding and execution of partnerships., • Represent the Storm externally with professionalism and passion, including at games, industry events, and community functions., • Own accurate forecasting, tracking, and reporting of new business pipeline and revenue., • Stay informed on sports industry trends, brand priorities, and the evolving sponsorship landscape—especially as it pertains to women’s sports and purpose-driven marketing. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential?functions. Education A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as Sports Marketing/Management, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing is recommended. A Master’s degree or relevant advanced training/education is a plus. Related experience • Recommend 8+ years of experience in professional or collegiate-level sports in a sales, marketing and or business administration role., • 5+ years of sports sponsorship and sales development preferred., • Positive, high-energy personality with a proactive and forward-thinking mindset., • Strong understanding of the women’s sports landscape and ability to leverage that in the sales process., • Believes in the power of professional women’s sports, growing the game and is committed to Diversity Equity Inclusion work., • Proven track record of driving YOY sales growth and achieving and or exceeding goals., • Demonstrated success closing larger partnerships ($250K–$1M+ annually) with national and regional brands., • Excellent storyteller with the ability to sell the value alignment and vision of the organization to prospective partners., • Collaborative, outgoing, team-oriented & successful in working cross-departmentally., • High integrity and values are compatible with the organization., • Strong work ethic with a track record of delivering results in high-pressure situations., • Exceptional verbal, written communication and external presentation skills., • Must possess an entrepreneurial/go-getter and visionary mindset with the ability to implement solutions that realistically embrace aspirational goals., • Build relationships that are strategic and not transactional., • Desire to constantly improve, learn and willing to receive feedback., • Ability to perform and provide clear decision-making leadership while juggling multiple responsibilities/projects to stay within deadlines. $95,000 - $110,000 Base + Commission and Bonus Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; balance; bend and reach with hands and arms; use feet to operate foot pedal operation; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to climb ladders, sit, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to large crowds and unpredictable public circumstances. The office environment is open and quiet. The noise level in the public work environment can be loud. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. This organization participates in E-Verify. ABOUT THE WNBA SEATTLE STORM ORGANIZATION Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is a storied franchise in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), proudly boasting four WNBA Championships to its name. Our rich history and commitment to excellence have made us a force to be reckoned with in women's professional basketball. The Seattle Storm stands as a symbol of dedication, determination, and empowerment, both on and off the court. In 2024 we opened our Center for Basketball Performance which houses our team, front office and basketball operations staff. Force 10 Hoops, LLC/“The Storm” offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Transportation Account, Employee Assistance Program, matching 401k plus vacation, sick and holidays. As a WNBA team we also offer League-related discounts, a great Seattle work location and a team-focused environment. #LI-Hybrid

Job Description iSpot competes for the best talent. Our compensation packages consist of salary and equity in one of Seattle's hottest start-ups, as well as other standard benefits. Most importantly, we provide a really interesting working experience, and the chance to contribute to the success of something great. What You'll Be Part Of: What does the team do? What are we building? How does this impact the business? How will this revolutionize future business? What You'll Be Responsible For: • Respond to external and internal customer questions in a timely and accurate way via Zendesk, leverage JIRA/Confluence where appropriate, • Apply knowledge of iSpot solutions to interpret and resolve support issues effectively and efficiently, • Respond to all tickets within set service levels, • Manage and monitor escalated issues, • Interact daily across market-facing and engineering teams, • Analyze and report on monthly sprints to improve product documentation, educational materials, deficiencies in standard documentation, and fill gaps in content, • Evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow up on issues, as well as replicate and document for further escalation where required, • Provide an exceptional level of customer service Communication and Collaboration: • A proactive communicator: You' re extremely responsive and effective with both written and verbal communication, • Naturally curious and passionate: You are constantly seeking to learn new things and understand how to improve, • Exceptional written and oral communication skills that influence others, • Highly organized and detail-oriented: You pay close attention to textual detail while processing information, • An analytical storyteller: You posses numerical reasoning with a strong aptitude for data and have skill in interpreting data across a wide range of applications., • You thrive working in complex environments with many internal and external stakeholders., • A problem solver: You identify problems and analyze data to create actionable insights and textual information to make effective decisions, • A critical thinker: You apply critical thinking through inductive and deductive reasoning as you navigate and solve problems You can easily adjust to new situations, pivot when priorities change and make accommodations as needed to be effective in your role and deliver on goals.Target cash compensation range: $63,280 - 75,930 USD Annually We are committed to providing competitive, market-informed compensation. The cash compensation above includes base salary, variable commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, all full time iSpotters are eligible to participate in iSpot's equity plan to receive stock options. Non-exempt roles will also be eligible for (pre-approved) overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are influenced by different factors unique to each candidate, including their skills, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons. For more information on total rewards package, go HERE Hybrid & Flexible Workplace Policy iSpot supports a hybrid and flexible workplace. Depending on location and work responsibilities, employees may be designated as full-time or part-time office-based or a fully remote employee. A hybrid work schedule indicates that you work in the office some days and work from home other days. The best hybrid workplaces allow for flexibility while also encouraging consistency. Those local or living in surrounding areas to one of our offices (Bellevue, WA; El Segundo, CA; New York, NY) will work a hybrid schedule, coming into their local office 1-3 days a week. While those in a role, not office-based and located further away from our offices, will work a fully remote schedule. If you have questions regarding exact details of our hybrid & flexible workplace policy, please let your recruiter know and they will discuss with you further. #LI-Hybrid If you don't feel you met every single requirement for the role, don't rule yourself out. Please apply anyway! iSpot is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our HR team. California Residents applying for positions at iSpot can access our California Consumer Privacy Act here.

Job DescriptionSalary: Position Overview: IslandWood is a leader in the field of environmental education, advancing innovative education through a variety of immersive, experiential programs across the Puget Sound region and on our 250-acre Bainbridge Island campus. Our mission is to inspire lifelong environmental and community stewardship through exceptional learning experiences. Were seeking an experienced Grant Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic storyteller and skilled communicator who can translate our mission and programs into compelling well-written proposals for funders. This role is critical in helping us secure the philanthropic support needed to expand our impact and ensure long-term sustainability. In partnership with our Philanthropy team, this role will help fund programs ranging from hands-on environmental education for children to teacher professional development, a graduate program with the University of Washington, community events, and advocacy for Washington students and teachers. This is a chance to join a small, dynamic team at an exciting moment in IslandWoods growth. Title: Grants Manager Department: Philanthropy Reports To: Director of Campaign Classification: FT- 32 Pay Range: $32.50 to $36.00/HR Work Schedule: Flexible: 4 days per week Monday through Friday. This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule, with a minimum of one day per week onsite (Thursdays) at our Bainbridge Island campus. Benefit Package: Full-time Employee benefit package includes: • 100% IslandWood paid Medical, or a low employee contribution option offered, • 100% IslandWood paid Dental and Vision option, • HSA with IslandWood contribution (based on qualifying medical plan), • Life/AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance paid by IslandWood, • Voluntary Employee Benefits: Life/Hospital/Critical Care Insurance, and Pet Insurance., • Employee Assistance program, Flexible spending accounts and 401k with employer match(after 6 months of employment), • Variety of Employee Discounts, • Employee Discount for IW Summer Camps Paid Time off annual benefit: IslandWood offers 3 weeks paid vacation, floating holidays, 10 annual paid holidays (paid if applicable during contract period) and 80 hours of paid annual sick leave.Prorated based on date of hire and length of service. Responsibilities: • The Grant Manager oversees the full life cycle of grants, • Research and identify grant opportunities, prepare grant proposals, manage awards, complete and submit reporting requirements, • In partnership with the Director of Campaign, manage a portfolio of grants, including complex state & federal funders, research additional opportunities aligned with IslandWoods mission, programs and strategic goals, • Maintain and grow a robust grant pipeline including foundation, corporate, and government sources, • Draft, edit and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, applications, and supporting materials, • Collaborate with program staff, finance, and leadership to gather necessary data, stories and documentation to strengthen proposals, • Ensure timeline submission of all proposals and maintain a calendar of deadlines, • Prepare high-quality grant reports in alignment with funder requirements and deadlines, • Track and analyze grant deliverables, budget usage, and program outcomes in coordination with program staff, • Support relationship management by preparing updates and acknowledgments for funders, • Build and maintain strong relationships with funders through clear communication and thoughtful stewardship, • Manage grant records in Salesforce, • Facilitate relationships between funders and members of the senior leadership team, • Develop proposal budgets and financial reports in partnership with the accounting department, • Engage other staff members and board members in fundraising efforts, • Keep up with grant writing trends and tools for efficiency to continually streamline and improve processes Required Qualifications: • Minimum 25 years of professional grant writing experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector, • Demonstrated success in securing significant grants ($25,000+), • Excellent written, verbal, and storytelling skills with sharp attention to detail, • Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, persuasive narratives, • Familiarity with Sales Force or similar CMR is a plus, • Passion for IslandWoods mission and commitment to mission, vision, values and goals of IslandWood, • Ability to translate complex programmatic information into compelling proposals, • Basic accounting skills and comfort with program and organizational budgets, • Commitment to support IslandWoods work towards equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, • Ability to work well independently with minimal oversight as well as collaboratively as needed, • Proactive mindset, problem-solving and information-gathering skills needed to be successful in this role, • Experience in engaging with diverse communities a plus, • Must be able to comply with and maintain a drug-free work environment, • Must pass child safety screening procedure, post-offer

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