Director, Business Operations
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBurton School, 3420, Cass Avenue, Chinatown, Midtown, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48201, United States
About the PWHL
The Professional Women's Hockey League delivers world-class competition and fosters meaningful connections with fans and communities through operational excellence, purposeful partnerships, and a focus on long-term sustainability. We are dedicated to cultivating a workplace and league culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and inclusion — on and off the ice.
About the Role
As the inaugural Team Director, Business Operations for PWHL Detroit, you will lead all commercial and business functions for the Detroit market. This is a foundational role where you will own revenue generation, fan experience, and local market execution. You will drive strategy across marketing, ticketing, partnerships, public relations, and community engagement while leading a team of 5–10 staff.
In this position, you will be a key leader within the PWHL, responsible for growing our audience, maximizing revenue, and delivering exceptional on- and off-ice experiences as we launch professional women's hockey in Detroit. You will serve as a visible leader who reinforces and promotes the League's vision, mission, values, and culture within the hockey ecosystem and the Detroit community.
Hiring Process
Background checks will be conducted once a successful candidate is identified.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Burton School, 3420, Cass Avenue, Chinatown, Midtown, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48201, United States
Detroit, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue targets and growth objectives
- check_circleOversee budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility
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Skills, education and keywords
Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, sports management, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Director, Business Operations at PWHL
What does a Director, Business Operations at PWHL do?expand_more
In this Director, Business Operations at PWHL role, you will develop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue targets and growth objectives; oversee budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility; build, lead, and mentor a team of 5–10 full-time business operations staff; and manage game-day operations to ensure a seamless and engaging fan experience.
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To qualify for the Director, Business Operations at PWHL position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in business administration, sports management, or related field; Master's degree preferred; Minimum 10 years leadership experience in sports industry or related field; Proven experience in business operations with P&L ownership; Established relationships in Detroit market and Michigan sports/business community; and Ability to work evenings, weekends, non-traditional hours.
Where is the Director, Business Operations role at PWHL located?expand_more
Director, Business Operations at PWHL is based in Burton School, 3420, Cass Avenue, Chinatown, Midtown, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48201, United States. This is a on-site role.