Amazing Opportunity for Wake County Sports Marketing Students!

I know there are many Wake County teachers on this email list…those who are sports marketing teachers, or know sports marketing students, make sure they see this!

This is a letter from Wade Harris, the Firebirds’ team market owner:

“Are you a sports enthusiast with a passion for business? We have an exciting opportunity for you to become a part of our commission-based sales team for the Firebirds! What makes this opportunity even more special is that it’s exclusively open to high school students 16 and up who possess a valid driver’s license.

Joining our sales team will not only provide you with valuable hands-on experience in sales but also offer you the chance to help grow one of the fastest-growing professional sports teams in the Raleigh area. As part of this unique initiative, you will have the opportunity to learn the art of salesmanship while contributing to the success of the Raleigh Firebirds.

Why should you consider this opportunity? Here are a few of the benefits you can expect:

1. Growth and Learning: By joining our sales team, you will gain practical experience and develop important sales skills. Learning to effectively promote and sell tickets for the Raleigh Firebirds’ games will allow you to enhance your communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills - all of which will prove valuable in your future career endeavors.

2. Network Expansion: As a member of our sales team, you will have the chance to build a strong network within the local sports community. Interacting with industry professionals, potential clients, and fellow passionate individuals will help you forget valuable connections that could prove beneficial in your future endeavors.

3. Unique Resume Booster: Joining a professional sports team’s sales team while in high school is a rarely found opportunity. This experience will make your resume stand out among your peers, demonstrating your drive, determination, and eagerness to pursue unique opportunities.

4. Flexible Schedule: We understand the importance of balancing school; commitments with extracurricular activities. Therefore, we offer a flexible schedule that allows you to manage your responsibilities effectively while working with the Raleigh Firebirds.

5. Exciting Perks: Being a part of the Raleigh Firebirds’ sales team comes with some fantastic perks! You will have the chance to attend home games, witness professional basketball live, and experience the exhilarating atmosphere firsthand.

If you are ready to take on this unique opportunity and help shape the future of the Raleigh Firebirds, please express your interest by emailing [email protected]. We welcome your passion and drive to help grow and support our fast-rising professional sports team.

For any further questions or clarifications, just reply to this email. We are excited to have you on board and look forward to meeting you!

Best Regards,

Wade Harris”

P.S. Unfortunately, no new emails this weekend, but I’ll be back Monday with a great story for you!