Partnerships & Sales Manager Business Sailing Regatta

Location: Remote / Europe-based

Employment Type: Project-based or Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Partnerships & Sales Manager to join our international team organizing an exclusive Business Sailing Regatta - an English-language event that brings together entrepreneurs executives and investors through sailing teamwork and networking.

This role is ideal for someone who understands both people and business - who can connect decision-makers communicate value and create long-term relationships. You will develop strategic partnerships attract participants from both B2C and B2B segments and help expand the regattas global reach.

About Us

Our regatta is a private platform for business leaders who value meaningful connections and new experiences.
We combine sport strategy and community offering a unique environment for founders investors and senior executives to network and collaborate outside the usual business setting.

The project is growing internationally and becoming a recognized space for leadership and connection through action.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and implement partnership and sales strategies for both individual participants (B2C) and corporate teams (B2B).
• Identify and attract entrepreneurs executives and investors to participate in the regatta.
• Build and maintain partnerships with companies business clubs chambers of commerce and premium brands.
• Present the regatta concept to prospective clients partners and sponsors.
• Create and manage long-term relationships with participants before during and after the event.
• Represent the project at networking events conferences and sailing gatherings.
• Support marketing activities and assist in preparing offers presentations and partnership materials.
• Contribute ideas for community growth and future international editions of the regatta.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Growth in participant acquisition and partner engagement.
• Successful formation of B2B and B2C sales pipelines.
• Brand visibility and representation within business and sailing networks.
• Contribution to the development of a long-term business community.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3-5 years experience in sales partnerships or business development.
• Background in events lifestyle or premium services is a strong advantage.
• Excellent command of English; additional languages are a plus.
• Proven ability to communicate with senior business audiences.
• Strong negotiation presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Organized self-driven and goal-oriented.
• Interest in sailing outdoor sports or business events.
• Previous participation in sailing or similar events is a plus.

What We Offer

• Freedom to create and implement your own strategies.
• Work directly with an international network of founders investors and executives.
• Opportunity to influence the growth and positioning of a premium global project.
• Flexible working conditions and independence in decision-making.
• Participation in the regatta as part of the experience.

What Were Looking For

• Confident and sociable communicator who enjoys connecting people.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on energy and attention to detail.
• Able to balance professionalism with a friendly open approach.
• Passionate about business networking and authentic human interaction.