Christopher Spano

EVP - Business Development at Prolific 1

Christopher Spano has a diverse and accomplished work experience in various leadership roles within the sports industry. Starting in 2006, they worked as a Group Sales Manager for the Boston Bruins and TD Garden, where they significantly increased group sales revenue through strategic pricing and training programs. From 2011 to 2012, they served as an Account Manager for Premium Sales and Hospitality at the San Diego Padres.

In 2012, Spano joined StubHub as a Manager of Corporate Sales and Service, where they oversaw sales, service, and retention for corporate events. Christopher achieved impressive results, including a 65% increase in premium and hospitality package sales through innovative outbound sales strategies.

Following their time at StubHub, Spano joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2014 as the General Sales Manager. Christopher played a key role in the opening of the NFL's first regional sales office and was responsible for revenue-generating products such as season passes, suite rentals, and group tickets. Christopher successfully raised premium and suite revenue by significant percentages during their tenure.

From 2017 to 2019, Spano worked for the American Hockey League as the Vice President of Team Business Services. As part of the executive leadership team, they oversaw league-wide revenue in areas such as corporate partnerships and ticket sales. Christopher also provided strategic consulting on various business operations to increase team profitability.

In 2019, Spano took on a new position as the Vice President of Ticketing, Suites, and Operations for Orlando City SC. Christopher was a member of the executive leadership team and oversaw ticket sales, premium and suites, customer service, analytics, ticket operations, and gameday operations for multiple franchises.

Most recently, Spano joined Prolific 1 in 2022 as the EVP of Business Development, where they continue to leverage their expertise and leadership skills to drive growth and success.

Christopher Spano holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Bentley University. No further information regarding specific years or additional educational institutions is available.

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Timeline

  • EVP - Business Development

    January, 2022 - present