Job Description

Our client of many years, Tennis Channel, the premier media hub for the global tennis and pickleball communities, has retained us to identify an Executive Director, Business Operations, to join their organization. This strategic leader will work from their Santa Monica office and report directly to the President of Tennis Channel. This individual will serve as a key operational and strategic facilitator, ensuring alignment across business functions, strategic initiatives, and company leadership. Tennis Channel is the media hub for the global tennis community, offering 24-hour television coverage, a subscription streaming service, and exclusive content that connects fans with the sport’s lifestyle. Alongside Tennis Channel, Pickleball TV (PBTV) is the 24-hour network for America’s fastest-growing sport, featuring over 1,000 hours of live matches from top professionals and exclusive programming for pickleball enthusiasts. They provide live coverage of tennis and pickleball matches, expert commentary, in-depth analysis, interviews and we bring unparalleled coverage and experiences to fans. Aside from a great work-life balance, they have created an amazing company culture. This position will be given an outstanding compensation package which includes a bonus, benefits which the company generously provides and excellent perks. The Executive Director, Business Operations will serve as a key strategic partner to the President and senior leadership and provide critical support in the planning, execution and oversight of special projects and initiatives. This role requires a proactive and versatile leader who can effectively navigate complex challenges, drive cross-functional collaboration, and align resources to achieve organizational goals. Keeps skillful oversight on key business initiatives and their supporting working groups. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Planning and Execution: Collaborate closely with the President to define and support existing strategic objectives and prioritize special projects aligned with operational priorities. Interact with Department Heads to coordinate consistent expectations, assumptions and understanding amongst the various teams. Coordinate OKR updates at weekly senior staff meetings, prepare meeting agendas and coordinate with department presenters. Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and key performance indicators to ensure successful project execution. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or roadblocks, and work with the President and department Heads to implement proactive solutions to mitigate issues. Assist with preparing documents and coordinate reports as required with key management for Quarterly meetings. Work closely with the President on potential mergers and acquisitions and serve as project coordinator with investment bankers, Finance, Corporate and Research. Prepare power point presentations and decks as needed. Engagement and Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact and liaison between the President, department heads, and the various staff involved in supporting the company’s key initiatives. Facilitate effective communication channels, ensuring timely dissemination of information, updates, and decisions to relevant parties. Support and foster our culture of radical transparency, trust, and collaboration across departments and teams involved in project initiatives. Identify issues that impede success and provide recommendations for solutions, fostering cross-group collaboration and synergies. Resource Allocation and Management: Work closely with department heads and resource managers to allocate human, financial, and technological resources effectively to support project objectives. Optimize resource utilization and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements to maximize project impact while minimizing cost. Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish robust mechanisms for tracking and evaluating project performance against established goals and benchmarks. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for the President and key stakeholders, highlighting progress, achievements, and areas for improvement. Change Management and Organizational Alignment: Drive change management initiatives to facilitate smooth adoption of new processes, systems, or organizational structures associated with special projects. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, championing best practices and lessons learned across the organization. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus. Ideally 7 plus years of total experience. Proven experience minimum 3-5 years in a strategic leadership role, ideally as a Chief of Staff, Biz Dev or similar capacity within a corporate environment. Demonstrated track record of successfully leading complex projects or initiatives from conception to completion. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a results-oriented mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities, varying personalities and deadlines effectively. High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. About Kaufman Search: For more than 30 years we have been specializing in the placement of Accounting, Finance, Tax and Human Resources professionals in Southern California. Our expertise, contacts, and reputation combine to help companies identify, attract, and acquire the most talented professionals. Thank you. For more details please visit kaufmansearch.com . Skills Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr Savvy, Inc.

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