Managing Director, Tixr
UK/EU
Ticketing platform
Job no longer available
Ticketing platform
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
21-100 employees
Company mission
To upgrade the world of ticketing by delivering an unparalleled experience for event creators and fans.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years of proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably as a Managing Director or similar position, within a fast-paced tech company
- Strong track record of driving strategic growth and achieving business targets in a rapidly evolving industry
- Deep understanding of the technology sector, including emerging trends and competitive landscape
- Excellent business acumen with a demonstrated ability to make sound decisions based on data and market insights
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships and cultivate a strong network within the tech industry
- Experience in driving innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization
- Demonstrated financial management expertise, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and delivering results under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex challenges with agility and resilience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or MBA preferred
- Proven ability to adapt to changing market conditions and lead organizational change initiatives
- Strong commitment to ethical business practices and compliance with relevant regulations and standards
What the job involves
- Lead the overall strategic direction and growth of the company
- Develop and implement targeted growth strategies and opportunities
- Build and maintain key partnerships with clients and industry stakeholders
- Drive the sales team and territory revenue growth, consistently achieving targets
- Ensure the success and optimization of the company's tech platform and products
- Foster a high-performing and collaborative work culture within the organization
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure positive partnership health and retention
- Continuously evolve sales tools, presentations, and contracts to meet marketplace demands
- Attract, support, and manage a sales Ambassador program
- Establish and strengthen relationships with key industry organizations to expand the network
- Identify and pursue new business development opportunities beyond event ticketing
- Stay informed about industry trends and competitors to maintain a competitive edge
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to the team members
- Represent the company at industry events and conferences
- Oversee financial performance, including budget management and profitability
- Drive operational efficiency and process improvement initiatives
- Maintain a strong understanding of the ticketing industry and its evolving landscape
- Communicate effectively with HQ and external stakeholders, including partner feedback
- Travel as required to meet business needs and cultivate relationships
Our take
If you want to go to any sporting, music or other major event, you probably purchased your ticket through a ticketing platform. However, while these are useful for event organizers, bringing customers to a central sales point and managing reservations, they frequently offer a horrible experience to users with poor search functions and confusing interfaces. Tixr was founded in 2012 to solve this with a ticketing platform built around a fun and easy user interface.
Tixr competes in a crowded field with the likes of Ticketmaster, Eventbrite, Dice and RA, to name just a few. However, Tixr stands out as a technology-first company, focusing on the user experience delivered through its mobile and web apps and in the speed and agility of its solutions, which extend beyond ticketing to merchandise sales and other monetization channels for its partners' events.
Tixr has grown rapidly over the years and in 2022 achieved over $1 billion in transactions on its platform. It has recently moved into the sports vertical with partnerships with LIV Golf, Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, and the Danbury Hat Tricks. It is also expanding internationally and will be looking to grow its market share, particularly in the lucrative European events sector.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company benefits
- Healthcare (PPO) and 401(k)
- Top of the line work equipment
- Unlimited paid-time-off with self-regulated vacation policy
- Flexible remote working environment
- Casual, laid-back office and company culture
- Access to awesome events!
Company HQ
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA
Leadership
Robert Davari
(CEO)Previously was Founder and Director of Business Development at CarrierCorrect.
Patrick Stavro
(CTO)Prior to co-founding Tixr, was Director of Engineering at Fox Digital Media. Before that was Software Developer for NetKit Solutions.
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