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Director, Strategy and Analytics

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Job Description

We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and highly motivated leader to join our executive team as Director, Strategy & Analytics. This role partners directly with the President to shape organizational direction, drive high-impact initiatives, and build the fact base behind the company’s most critical business decisions.

You will play an integral role in the transformation of one of the most dynamic companies in sports technology. This is a rare opportunity for a former top-tier consultant (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, or equivalent) who wants to make an immediate, tangible impact inside an organization—owning outcomes, influencing executive decisions, and operating as a trusted adviser at the highest levels.

The role functions as part Chief of Staff, part Strategy Lead, and part Analytics Expert, ensuring alignment across product, marketing, sales, and technology. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Lead Strategy & Executive Support Partner with the President to define, operationalize, and execute strategic priorities and the annual operating plan. Represent the President in high-level meetings, strategic discussions, and cross-functional forums.

• Develop frameworks, financial models, and executive-ready presentations that inform decision-making. Translate complex data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Drive Analytics & Business Insights Lead a small, high-performing analytics team that connects data to strategy and measures outcomes. Build dashboards, performance metrics, and analytical tools that drive visibility, accountability, and operational improvement.
• Partner with leaders across functions to strengthen forecasting, pricing, segmentation, and ROI analysis. Champion a data-driven decision-making culture across the company. Direct Data Strategy and analytics processes and ensures a cohesive approach across the organization Program Leadership & PMO Oversee mission-critical, cross-functional initiatives—from platform modernization to new market entry.
• Coordinate workstreams, manage timelines, and ensure cross-functional accountability. Identify risks early and drive resolution through structured communication, alignment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable impact and support long-term growth.

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of total professional experience, including 3+ years at a top-tier management consulting firm (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, or equivalent). Proven ability to structure ambiguous, complex problems and develop data-driven, executive-level narratives.

• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills; adept at influencing without formal authority. Experience leading or partnering closely with analytics, finance, or business intelligence teams. Demonstrated executive presence, intellectual curiosity, and a growth-oriented mindset. Preferred

Qualifications

Passion for live events, sports, and technology is strongly preferred.

💰 The approximate national base pay range for this position is $162,000 to $200,000. Please note that this is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and/or sales

💰 compensation based on individual and company performance. Placement on the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and geographic location.The pay rate will comply with all minimum federal, state, and local wage/salary requirements.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave

🎁 Benefits & Perksbenefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

⚖️ Equal Opportunity

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions. Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans.

The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the

🎯 core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

🎯 Our Mission Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love. Our Core Values Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

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Salary Information

Salary: $170,000 - $210,000

🤖 This salary estimate is calculated by AI based on the job title, location, company, and market data. Use this as a guide for salary expectations or negotiations. The actual salary may vary based on your experience, qualifications, and company policies.

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