Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Athletics

The Company is seeking a Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Revenue Officer to provide executive leadership for revenue generation and external operations. The role develops strategies to grow commercial revenue, strengthen the organization’s brand, and expand fan engagement, while advising senior leadership on revenue, communications, and partnerships. Responsibilities include overseeing sponsorships, licensing, digital media, marketing, fan experience, communications, creative services, and broadcast operations. The executive also manages budgets, goals, and performance measures, develops staff, coordinates cross-functional priorities, and serves as an administrator for assigned sports programs. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and progressive leadership experience in intercollegiate athletics, sports business, or a related field, including oversight of revenue or external operations. Demonstrated success in revenue generation, strategic leadership, marketing, communications, media, or commercial partnerships is required. Executive-level athletics leadership and experience overseeing multimedia rights, brand strategy, digital content, broadcast operations, or multiple external functions are preferred. A master’s degree in business, sport management, communications, marketing, or a related field is also preferred.