Adam Ellis
25+ years of sports & entertainment marketing experience
Huntington, New York USAAbout
A die-hard fan & team player, I regularly hit my sales projections, create new revenue streams, increase media effectiveness, think outside of the box, and motivate those around me to be successful. I am confident, enthusiastic, comfortable speaking to large groups and a detail-oriented perfectionist. I am smart, coachable and eager to learn.
Experience
Director of Marketing
Dec 2011 - Present
Since opening 12 years ago, I have been responsible for all the marketing, advertising & public relations at the #1 club venue worldwide. As venue spokesperson, I manage a $500K+ per year in-house advertising agency, through which I communicate with all the agents, managers, publicists & promoters who represent the artists that perform at the venue
Director of Marketing
Jul 2005 - Dec 2011
Over 6 years, I increased revenues by negotiating stronger promotional partnerships, establishing new commission structures, creating new revenue streams & unique ticket sales strategies. I broke 30+ year old sales and attendance records for many family shows, while successfully promoting all non-hockey events. I developed new websites and logos.
REGIONAL SALES & MARKETING MANAGER
Oct 2001 - Jul 2005
Promoted Disney On Ice & Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus shows at Madison Square Garden and numerous arenas throughout the NE US over 4 years. Responsible for live family event sales & marketing plans with annual advertising budgets of $3.5M+. Consistently exceeded corporate projections on assigned engagements & set records for ticket sales,
Education
Marketing
- Bachelors
Jul 1994 - Aug 1999
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
TAMPA, FLORIDA (1994-1999)
Bachelor of Science: Marketing
Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity Board Member
Intercollegiate Bowling Team Member
