Chief of Staff

Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment is a pioneering firm exclusively dedicated to accelerating commercial growth and opportunities within women's sports. We believe in the immense untapped potential of women's sports and are committed to creating a future where women's sports receive the recognition, investment, and audience they deserve. We are seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and exceptionally organized Chief of Staff to partner directly with our CEO and play a pivotal role in achieving our ambitious mission.

About the Role:

The Chief of Staff will serve as a trusted thought partner and an extension of the CEO, driving operational excellence, strategic initiatives, and effective communication across the organization. This role requires a dynamic individual who can seamlessly navigate between high-level strategic planning and hands-on execution, ensuring the CEO's time is maximized and key priorities are advanced. The ideal candidate will be passionate about women's sports and possess a deep understanding of the commercial landscape, with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

The role works out of the NY office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Responsibilities

Strategic Prioritization & Execution:

• Support the CEO in defining and refining strategic priorities, translating vision into actionable plans.
• Monitor the progress of key initiatives, identifying roadblocks and proactively proposing solutions.
• Manage special projects on behalf of the CEO, often involving cross-functional teams and external partners. 
• Conduct research and analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Operational Excellence & Efficiency:

• Streamline internal processes and workflows to enhance organizational efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare and synthesize critical information for the CEO, including reports, presentations, and briefing materials for internal and external meetings.
• Manage the CEO's agenda, ensuring optimal allocation of time and focus on critical activities.
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders seeking the CEO's input or attention.

Communication & Stakeholder Management:

• Draft and edit internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with company messaging.
• Facilitate effective communication flow within the leadership team and across the organization.
• Represent the CEO in internal and external meetings as needed, providing updates and gathering information.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and industry leaders.

External Engagement & Business Development Support:

• Thoroughly prepare the CEO for all external meetings and industry events.
• Proactively research and identify key stakeholders, understanding their latest work, company priorities, and potential synergies.
• Brief the CEO on critical information for formal introductions and relationship-building, identifying strategic opportunities for business development and partnership.
• Ensure timely follow-up on all external engagements to capitalize on potential opportunities.

Team & Culture:

• Help foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance within the organization.
• Support the CEO in preparing for board meetings, investor presentations, and key speaking engagements.
• Act as a confidential sounding board for the CEO and a trusted resource for the leadership team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in a chief of staff or similar role, ideally within the sports, entertainment, media, or high-growth startup sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with exceptional speed and efficiency in work processes, consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable making high-stakes decisions with incomplete information, demonstrating sound judgment and a calculated risk-taking approach.
• Possess and maintain a timely, informed, and educated point of view on the women's sports industry, including emerging trends, competitive landscape, and market opportunities.
• Demonstrable passion for and knowledge of women's sports and the broader sports, media and marketing industry.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in productivity tools and software (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, project management software).
• Ability to travel as required.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000. Salary is determined based on a wide range of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, job duties, and geographic location. For this role, we also offer programs such as medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and various other benefits and perks.

Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment is a company that strives to build an inclusive workplace dynamically rooted in our differences. What makes you, you, is your greatest asset here. No matter your race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disabled status, genetic information, or other protected category—feel comfortable (and excited) to bring your full self and make smart, impactful work.

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