Experience

Warwickshire County Cricket Club

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of Sales & Partnerships

  • May 2022 - 1 year 8 months

  Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

• Commercial Partnerships Manager

  • Nov 2016 - May 2022

  Edgbaston Cricket Ground Manage, develop, and grow the Commercial Partnership Programme at Edgbaston Stadium which includes: - Account Management of Lead Partners, Exclusive Partners, Sponsors & Suppliers - Develop and continue to improve the partnerships strategy - Produce sales and promotional decks - Connect with Media and Marketing agencies - Create innovative and new inventory



Blossomfield Cricket Club

• Club Captain

  • Apr 2015 - Sep 2022

  I was Club Captain, then Head of Cricket, at Solihull Blossomfield Cricket Club who currently participate in Warwickshire League Premier Division. I had the following roles: - Head of Cricket roles including selecting four Saturday teams with the selection committee - Administration on Match Days including team sheets - Managing and selecting 11 individuals to perform in a team environment - Recruitment of players - Communication between Coaches and Players In 2022, we… Show more I was Club Captain, then Head of Cricket, at Solihull Blossomfield Cricket Club who currently participate in Warwickshire League Premier Division. I had the following roles: - Head of Cricket roles including selecting four Saturday teams with the selection committee - Administration on Match Days including team sheets - Managing and selecting 11 individuals to perform in a team environment - Recruitment of players - Communication between Coaches and Players In 2022, we were promoted from Warwickshire League Division 1 to the Premier Division. Show less



Birmingham City FC

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Conference and Events Sales Executive

  • Aug 2016 - Oct 2016

  Birmingham, United Kingdom Responsible for Sales relating to Conferencing and Events at Birmingham City Football Club. With nine suites and eighteen executive boxes available, there are many opportunities for businesses to work with the Football Club in many different aspects besides football which includes Conferences, Private Events, Hospitality and much more. My role includes: - Event Management - Account Management - Business Development - Hospitality For more information, please contact… Show more Responsible for Sales relating to Conferencing and Events at Birmingham City Football Club. With nine suites and eighteen executive boxes available, there are many opportunities for businesses to work with the Football Club in many different aspects besides football which includes Conferences, Private Events, Hospitality and much more. My role includes: - Event Management - Account Management - Business Development - Hospitality For more information, please contact me on ben.seifas@bcfc.com Show less



Solihull Moors Football Club

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Manager

  • Oct 2013 - Aug 2016

  Solihull Since joining Solihull Moors, I have helped to: - Grow the commercial side of the business generating over £75,000 in sponsorship. - Organised and ran Sportsman and Awards Dinners - Re-negotiated contracts on commercial contracts increasing revenue - Overseen a team of 15 - 20 staff - Helped to raise average home attendances from 300 to 670 per game - Manage and oversee all the off-the-field challenges that came with a Vanarama National League North title-winning season… Show more Since joining Solihull Moors, I have helped to: - Grow the commercial side of the business generating over £75,000 in sponsorship. - Organised and ran Sportsman and Awards Dinners - Re-negotiated contracts on commercial contracts increasing revenue - Overseen a team of 15 - 20 staff - Helped to raise average home attendances from 300 to 670 per game - Manage and oversee all the off-the-field challenges that came with a Vanarama National League North title-winning season including increased crowds, media coverage, stadium management, operations management and much more. - Manage and oversee the Conference and Banqueting side of the business. Show less



Birmingham and Solihull Rugby Club

• General Manager

  • Jan 2011 - Sep 2013

  Damson Park, Damson Parkway, Solihull, B91 2PP Following becoming a volunteer at the Club, I was taken on as General Manager and the only off-the-field employee at the Club. I gained experience in all areas including: - Commercial - Marketing - Financials - PR - Community Relationships - Match Day Operations

• Commercial Officer (Volunteer)

  • Sep 2010 - Jan 2011

  I offered my services to volunteer and become a part of the Commercial Department at a Championship Club. This involved: - Find businesses interested in sponsorship and advertising - Look after current sponsors and their deals - Communicate to current sponsors



Blossomfield Sports Club

• Assistant Steward

  • May 2010 - Jan 2011

  Widney Lane, Solihull I dealt with the following: - Customer Service - Ordering new lines - Improving the entertainment at the Club - Banking - Staff Wages - Managing Staff