Vice President of New Business Development

Company Overview

Founded in 1978, KemperSports is an independent golf, sports, and hospitality management company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. The company specializes in property and experience management, delivering turn-key solutions across all aspects of operations—from finance and accounting to human resources, sales, and marketing. KemperSports manages a portfolio of more than 215 facilities across 40 states, including more Top 100 golf courses than any other management company.

KemperSports is seeking a Vice President of New Business Development (West Coast) to drive growth of its leased and managed portfolio across the Western United States. Reporting to the SVP of New Business Development, this role focuses on sourcing and closing new opportunities, managing proposals and negotiations, and building strong industry relationships to expand KemperSports’ footprint in the golf, sports, and hospitality space.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice President – New Business Development, the Vice President – New Business Development (West Coast) is responsible for growing KemperSports’ leased and managed portfolio throughout the Western United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow the leased and managed portfolio across the West Coast.


• Generate new business leads through proactive outreach and industry networking.


• Respond to RFPs and inbound inquiries.


• Evaluate opportunities, prepare proposals, and lead negotiations.


• Collaborate with internal teams to onboard new properties.


• Represent KemperSports at industry events

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in golf or hospitality.


• Proven deal-closing ability.


• Strong communication and negotiation skills.


• CRM and pipeline management experience.


• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Employment Classification

Full-time, exempt, year-round

KemperSports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.