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 and Client Engagement – Cleveland Cavaliers
Senior Manager, Business Development – Arizona Diamondbacks
Director, Business Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Vice President, Membership Service and Fan Loyalty – Los Angeles Dodgers
Premium Sales Executive – FIFA World Cup 2026 at On Location
Vice President, Sales – Sphere Entertainment Company
Senior Manager, Premium Club Hospitality – Cleveland Cavaliers
Director, Premium Services – Crypto.com Arena
Senior Manager, Business Development – Gamecock Sports Properties
Executive Vice President, Property Sales and Experience – Elevate Sports Ventures
Director, Regional Sales – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Vice President, Tickets Sales and Corporate Partnerships – Worcester Railers
Agent, Basketball – William Morris Endeavor
Senior Director, Membership Services – Tennessee Titans
Manager, New Business – Arizona Diamondbacks
Director, Ticket Sales – Milwaukee Bucks
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – Cleveland Charge
Senior Director, Group & Membership Development – Cleveland Monsters
Director, Membership Development – Cleveland Cavaliers
Director, Ticket Sales and Revenue – Rocket Entertainment Group
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – Cleveland Cavaliers
Vice President, Premium Sales – Minnesota Vikings
Vice President, Premium & East Coast Sales – Professional Bull Riders
Senior Manager, Group Sales – Cleveland Cavaliers
Manager, Corporate Partnership Strategy – Illitch Sports
Senior Vice President, Sales & Service & Strategy – Franchise Properties
Executive Vice President of Revenue, Chief Business Officer – Minnesota Twins
Senior Director, Revenue Operations & Experiences – Cleveland Cavaliers
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – Philadelphia 76ers
President – Franchise Properties
Sales Director – PGA Tour
Senior Manager, Partnership Development – Houston Texans
Vice President, Strategic Business Development & Special Projects – Charlotte Hornets
Manager of Partnership Development – Charlotte Hornets
Marketing Director – The Coca-Cola Company
Senior Enterprise Client Relations Manager – Key Bank
Vice President, Sales – Linder Health
Director, Membership Sales – Denver Nuggets
President & CEO – New York City Football Club
CEO – Concierge Live
Business Development Sales Manager – ASM Global
Inside & Group Sales Director – Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
Vice President, Ticket Sales – Minnesota Timberwolves
Executive Vice President – Legends
Senior Manager, Business Development – Gamecock Sports Properties
Chief Commercial Officer – World Long Drive
Chief Revenue Officer – Nashville Predators
Senior Vice President – Dallas Cowboys
Vice President, Stadium Events & Premium Sales – AMB Sports + Entertainment
Senior Vice President, New Stadium Team – New York City FC & Etihad Park
Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer – Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena
Senior Vice President Booking & Marketing – Crypto.com Arena, Peacock Theater, and L.A. LIVE
Marketing Manager – Carolina Panthers
Owner – 898 Marketing
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – BSE Global
Senior Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service – Arizona Cardinals
Vice President, Sales – Cirque du Soleil
Vice President, Sales & Marketing Operations – Lehigh Valley Phantoms & PPL Center
Chief Revenue Officer – Professional Bull Riders, LLC
Vice President, Premium & East Coast Sales – Professional Bull Riders, LLC
President, CEO – Vegas Golden Knights
Senior Business Development Manager – Exit Planning Institute
Senior Director Business Development & Premium Partnerships – Detroit Lions
Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships & Development – The Superlative Group, Inc.
Director, Marketing – Cleveland Browns
Senior Vice President – National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics
Chief Business & Revenue Officer – Charlotte Hornets
Co-President – Babcox Media
President, Global Sales – Legends
President – Franchise Properties
CEO – Rock Entertainment Group
Director, Retail Ops – Orlando Magic
Director, Premium Sales – United Center
Vice President, Social Impact & Foundation – Cleveland Cavaliers
Senior Vice President, Ticket Sales and Service – Milwaukee Bucks
Executive Director, Ticketing Technology and Ticket Operations – Detroit Lions
Senior Vice President, Business Operations – Buffalo Sabres
Senior Director of Service, Retention & Franchise Foundation – Cleveland Monsters
Sales Director – PGA Tour
Senior Director, Corporate Partnerships – Detroit Lions
Senior Vice President, Global Data Strategy & Analytics – AXS
Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service – Detroit Red Wings
Director, Sales (Cleveland Market) – Topgolf
Director, Global Sports Marketing – Under Armor
Vice President, Ticket Sales, Service & Operations – Washington Commanders
Senior Vice President, Ticketing & Hospitality – LIV Golf