Position in RI

The Licensing Resource Group is a leading, full-service trademark licensing and brand management company with over 150 partners across the country. Our entrepreneurial spirit and desire to find new and better methods of protecting and promoting our client’s brands has helped hundreds of colleges, universities, athletic conferences and special properties nationwide achieve greater brand awareness and royalty revenues. From customer service and full account management to creative marketing and merchandising, we infuse spirit, pride and dedication into everything we do.
General Position Description:
Seeking a goal-oriented and motivated University Brand Representative for our Bristol, Rhode Island office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and maintain relationships with partner institutions, licensees, and retailers in local markets - Perform marketplace surveys to maximize opportunities and minimize problems - Research and analyze partners’ licensee base to determine trends and opportunities for growth - Develop and pursue business plans with partners to increase revenue opportunities - Execute local market retail and promotional programs - Work to develop, maintain, and accomplish partner-specific goals/objectives - Develop and maintain relationships with key on-and-off-campus decision makers - Prepare and assist in giving presentations on various licensing topics to partners and prospects - Other duties as assigned by manager
Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred), 3-5 years of hands-on experience, a working knowledge of college athletics, a strong desire to work in the collegiate sports industry, and impeccable organizational, interpersonal, creative, computer, client service and communications skills.
High-energy, detail-oriented and team-playing candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three (3) letters of reference to:
Rick Merriam
Licensing Resource Group
495 Hope Street, Suite 5
Bristol, RI 02809 E-mail to rickm@lrgusa.com
No phone calls please. LRG offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Evening and weekend hours are necessary. Frequent travel is required (expenses paid). Visit www.lrgusa.com to learn more about our company and industry.

Facility Management Position in China

General Manager
Major Arena/Stadium – China
Excellent negotiable salary and benefits package
A unique opportunity to join one of the world’s leading sports and entertainment
companies who own and run stadia, arenas and franchises across the globe. China
is vital to their growth strategy and this arena forms the platform for developing
a network of similar venues throughout the country.
This particular arena will provide the centrepiece for international live
performances, sporting events, family shows, commercial and retail activities,
together with a potential base for further franchise development.
The General Manager will be responsible for the overall management and
day-to-day operation of the arena and its future development in line with
the global business plan and strategy.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
• Experience of managing a large/international venue with full P&L responsibility
• Management of licensing, health & safety and operating procedures.
• Relevant experience of managing contractors and outside agents
• Commercial acumen as evidenced by a track record of negotiating sponsorship
and other methods of revenue generation.
Personal attributes required:
• Pro-active leadership and excellent people management skills
• Strong PR presence and highly developed communications skills
• A commitment to delivering the highest standards of service
• Drive and ambition.
If you see this as a significant career opportunity where personal
advancement will accompany the successful development of the business,
then please contact:
Stuart Cullum – Senior Practice Manager on +44 203 056 4013,
mobile +44 7966 827 413 or email: stuart.cullum@mrgpeople.co.uk