Eric Grgurich
About
Intuitive and business-savvy Sr Operations and Marketing leader with 20+ years of expertise driving the implementation of business growth and multi-channel marketing strategies across the sports industry. Showcases a keen ability to identify shared vision and principles to build and maintain robust business partnerships.
Experience
Executive Director
Jun 2009 - Present
Reports to the Director of Athletics while governing an operating budget of over $800K to manage a $52M venue, directing the efforts of 4-6 full-time and 50-60 part-time associates. Establish strategy and execution of full-scale marketing and brand management activities for the university’s hockey and basketball venues.
Director of Ticket Sales and Promotions
Jun 2006 - Jun 2009
Reported to the VP of Athletics, managed a $650k budget and 3 managers leading the development of arena promotional marketing programs, and partnerships. Managed ticket campaigns, media planning, and vendor management across national network affiliations. Opened up a brand $52M multi-purpose sports venue on campus.
Director of Ticket Sales and Service
Aug 2004 - Jun 2006
Reported to the Team President and was immersed in shaping strategy, production, and project management plans to execute multi-platform marketing, media, and brand initiatives supporting an American Hockey League franchise.
Account Executive
Aug 2002 - Aug 2004
Reported to the VP of Ticket Sales and Service and developed a dynamic brand communication strategy and target audience portfolio for the Hartford Civic Center and the Hartford Wolf Pack professional hockey team.
Education
Organizational Leadership
- Masters’
Aug 2011 - May 2013
Masters’ Degree in Organizational Leadership
