The Foundation is an elite Inside Sales program that serves as a platform to launch your career in sports. While in this program you will receive all the tools needed to have a long successful career in sports and develop a skill set that will make you one of the sharpest salespeople in our industry. The Cavaliers organization has a reputation of producing some of the strongest leaders in sports.
Corporate Partnership Seasonal Assistant – Cleveland Cavaliers
When you look at who has come through the Foundation, what they have done and where they have gone (whether it be here or to other organizations) it’s incredible. If you were to take that away, finding success would be extremely difficult, if not impossible.
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
My favorite memory was when I was the top seller for a company-wide sales competition and I got to take my mom on the team plane to Indianapolis to cheer on the Cavs!
Engineer – Shell Oil Company
Show up with a smile, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and work hard. I believe you learn more with a positive attitude and a smile. Plus, the right attitude goes a long way in life.
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
The people. Everybody in the organization are genuinely good people. They push you to be the best version of yourself while bringing positive energy every day!
Sales Consultant – Phoenix Suns
This is THE best place to start and develop a career. You will receive all the tools and training to be your best self supported by a caring team that sets you up for success.
Inside Sales Representative – New York Knicks/Rangers
In your career there will be things you can and cannot control. You can always control your attitude and effort.
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Start early! Connect with as many people as possible and ask as many questions as you can think of. The more you know coming into the industry, the more prepared you will be. Everyone in the industry has been through it themselves, and are willing to lend a helping hand to those who reach out!
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Anyone can work hard for a day, but consistency is what will separate you. If you strive to “win the day” every single day, you will be great.
Game Night Staff, Membership Service at Washington Capitals
The Foundation is important to me because it equipped me with the tools to be a successful sales rep and now a new leader. The amount of leaders who are “home grown” is a testament to the quality of the program we have here, and also to the leaders who are at the forefront of leading this program.
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Hands down the people. We have the best team members that are all working together for a common goal. We want to be the best in the business and make each other better every single day.
Group Sales Account Executive – Florida Panthers
Graduates of the Foundation have gone on to excel in leadership roles both within the Cavaliers organization and across the broader sports and business industries-a testament to the program’s quality and impact. The Foundation is truly where future leaders are developed, setting the standard for professional growth and achievement in sports sales.
Inside Sales Account Executive – Cleveland Cavaliers
I love how open and supportive this organization is. If you have a question, want to pick someone’s brain, or just simply learn more about what they do – everyone is willing to lend a hand. I’ve learned so much about other parts of our business simply by asking to tell me more.
Account Executive, Organizational Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Working in the sports & entertainment industry allows you to be present for some pretty unique events, that most people don’t get access to on a regular basis. Being able to attend events like the NBA All-Star Weekend, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, & NCAA Championships are things I will be able to tell people about for years to come!
Corporate Sales Executive – Wichita Thunder
Adversity is the preparation for greatness!
Vice President, Premium Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Senior Manager, Business Development – Arizona Diamondbacks
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director, Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President of Membership Service and Fan Loyalty – Los Angeles Dodgers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Premium Sales Executive – FIFA World Cup 2026 at On Location
Previous Position: Account Executive
VP of Sales – Sphere Entertainment Company
Previous Position: Account Executive
Senior Manager, Premium Club Hospitality – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director, Premium Services – Crypto.com Arena
Previous Position: Account Executive
Senior Manager, Business Development – Gamecock Sports Properties
Previous Position: Account Executive
EVP, Property Sales and Experience – Elevate Sports Ventures
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director, Regional Sales – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President, Tickets Sales and Corporate Partnerships – Worcester Railers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Agent, Basketball – William Morris Endeavor
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director, Membership Services – ???
Previous Position: Account Executive
Manager, New Business – Arizona Diamondbacks
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director of Ticket Sales – Milwaukee Bucks
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service – Cleveland Charge
Previous Position: Account Executive
Senior Director, Group & Membership Development – Cleveland Monsters
Previous Position: Account Executive
Sr. Manager of Membership Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Sr. Manager of Ticket & Premium Sales – REG
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
VP, Premium Sales – Minnesota Vikings
Previous Position: Account Executive
VP of Premium & East Coast Sales – Professional Bull Riders
Previous Position: Account Executive
Manager, Group Sales – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Manager, Corporate Partnership Strategy– Illitch Sports
Previous Position: Account Executive
SVP, Sales & Service & Strategy –Franchise Properties
Previous Position: Sales Consultant
EVP, Chief of Business Officer – Minnesota Twins
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director, Revenue Operations & Experiences – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
VP, Ticket Sales & Service – Philadelphia 76ers
Previous Position: Account Executive
President – Franchise Properties
Previous Position: Sales Executive
Sales Director – PGA Tour
Previous Position: Account Executive
Senior Manager of Partnership Development – Houston Texans
Previous Position: BDS
VP of Ticket Memberships Services & Ops – Houston Texans
Manager of Partnership Development – Charlotte Hornets
Previous Position: Inside Sales Consultant
Manager Premium Hospitality Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Previous Position: Account Executive
Sr. Enterprise Client Relations Manager – Key Bank
VP of Sales – Linder Health
Director of Membership Sales – Denver Nuggets
Previous Position: Account Executive
President & CEO – New York City Football Club
Previous Position: Chief Revenue Officer
CEO – Concierge Live
Director of Professional Sports Partnerships – Advance
Manager Group Sales – Miami Heat
Previous Position: Telesales Representative
VP of Ticket Sales – Minnesota Timberwolves
Previous Position: Group Sales Specialist
EVP – Legends
Previous Position: President – Legends
Sr. Manager of Business Development – Gamecock Sports Properties
Previous Position: Account Executive
VP Partnerships – Oak View Group
Chief Revenue Officer – Nashville Predators
Previous Position: Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service
Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service – Dallas Cowboys
Previous Position: Director of Sales
Senior Director of Premium Sales & Events – Benz Stadium & Atlanta Falcons
Previous Position: Account Executive
Commercial Consultant – Legends
Previous Position: Chief Commercial Officer – Haslam Sports Group
EVP & CCO – Atlanta Hawks
Sr VP of Booking & Marketing – Crypto.com Arena
Senior Marketing Manager – 76ers
Previous Position: Night Sales
VP of Business Ops – Monumental Sports
Owner – 898 Marketing
VP of Ticket Sales & Service – BSE Global
Director of Partnership Strategy – Cleveland Browns
Previous Position: BDS
VP of Ticket Sales & Service – Arizona Cardinals
Previous Position: Manager of Inside Sales
Senior Vice President of Ticket Sales and Marketing – Arizona Diamondbacks
Previous Position: Director of Group Sales
CEO – Shine Entertainment
Senior Director of Ticket Sales – New York City Football Club
Previous Position: Manager
CRO, SVP of Global Partnerships – Professional Bull Riders
VP of Premium & East Coast Sales – Professional Bull Riders
Previous Position: Account Executive
Chief Development Officer – United Way
President, CEO – Vegas Golden Knights
Manager, Corporate Partnership
Manager of Corporate Partnerships – The Superlative Group
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director of Engagement Center at Legends & The Ohio State University – Legends
Previous Position: Night Sales Manager
Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships & Development
Director of Marketing – Cleveland Browns
Senior Associate Athletic Director – University of South Florida
Co-President & COO – Legends
Previous Position: Sales Consultant
President – Legends College
EVP – Babcox Media
President of Global Sales – Legends
President – Franchise Properties
Previous Position: Sales Executive
CEO – Rock Entertainment Group
Previous Position: Manager of Premium Sales
Director of Retail Ops – Orlando Magic
Previous Position: Account Executive
Manager of Premium Sales – New Orlean Saints & Pelicans
Previous Position: Night Sales
Voice of the Brooklyn Nets
Vice President of Marketing and Communications – Cleveland Monsters
Previous Position: Sales Intern
SVP of Ticket Sales and Service – Milwaukee Bucks
Previous Position: Account Executive
Executive Director of Ticketing Technology and Ticket Operations – Detroit Lions
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President of Business Ops for Pegula Sports & Entertainment– Rochester Americans
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director of Organizational Business Development and Client Retention
Previous Position: Account Executive
Director of Corporate Partnerships – Columbus Blue Jackets
Sales Director – PGA Tour
Sr Director of Corporate Partnerships – Detroit Lions
SVP of Global Data Strategy and Analytics – AXS
Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service – Detroit Red Wings
Previous Position: Manager of Inside Sales
CEO – Fathom
Director of Sales – Top Golf Cleveland
Previous Position: Account Executive
SVP of Communications – Dallas Cowboys
Global Sports Marketing – Under Armor
Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service – Washington Football Team
Previous Position: Account Executive
Vice President & GM – Legends
Previous Position: Sales Executive
SVP of Ticketing & Hospitality – LIV Golf
Previous Position: Account Executive
Founder – Level-Up Strategic Marketing
Director of Ticket Sales and Career Advancement – Milwaukee Bucks
Previous Position: Account Executive