Sponsorship Coordinator

Nashville, TN

Position Description / Responsibilities

Position Summary/Primary Purpose:

Ready to join a transformational organization that has been the voice of the business community across the 10-county Middle Tennessee region since 1847? The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization representing more than 1,800 businesses in the Nashville region. Our purpose is to create economic prosperity by facilitating community leadership. We provide a home for businesses to collaborate, innovate, and drive civic engagement to harness the power of community and advance our region.

We are seeking a Sponsorship Coordinator who supports the day-to-day planning, and stewardship of corporate sponsorships for the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. This role plays a critical part in assisting with sponsorship fulfillment tied to events, programs, publications, and initiatives that advance the Chamber’s mission. The coordinator ensures excellent sponsor experience through strong organization, communication, and execution.

Key Responsibilities: Sponsorship Sales Support & Coordination

  • Assist with tracking, and fulfillment of sponsorship packages for Chamber events, programs, and initiatives
  • Prepare sponsorship proposals, agreements, invoices, and fulfillment summaries
  • Maintain accurate sponsor records in CRM and financial systems
  • Sponsorship invoicing for New, Renewals and Trades
  • Responsible for keeping the Sponsorship Workbook updated for current and accurate sponsorship information
  • Monitor sponsorship trades for renewals, including updating agreements to be signed by the sponsor and Regional Business Development Manager


Sponsor Fulfillment & Stewardship:

  • Notify sponsors of event information (date, time, venue, member ticket price, promo codes, details for vendor table, event set-up times, signage, and sponsor brand items giveaways, options to speak about when applicable.)
  • Serve as a day‑to‑day contact for sponsors, responding to inquiries and ensuring timely communication
  • Assist with sponsor acknowledgements, thank you communications, and post‑event reporting
  • Help ensure sponsor objectives are met and relationships are strengthened
  • Assist sponsors with registration of sponsor guests, if needed


Event & Program Support:

  • Work with events team and program leads to coordinate sponsorship assets with event logistics


Administrative & reporting Duties:

  • Track sponsorship revenue, inventory, and fulfillment deadlines
  • Generate reports on sponsorship performance
  • Responsible for getting updated logos and branded material adding them to Work zone.

Position Requirements

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 1–3 years of experience in sponsorships, events, sales support, fundraising, or client service
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Preferred:

  • Experience working in a chamber of commerce, nonprofit, association, or events environment
  • Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Personify, Salesforce, Chamber Master, or similar)
  • Experience supporting revenue‑generating partnerships or sponsorship programs
  • Knowledge of the Nashville business community


Skills & Competencies:

  • Relationship‑focused and service‑oriented mindset
  • Strong time management and follow‑through
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive approach
  • Professional judgment and discretion
  • Comfortable working with corporate partners and community leaders


Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • Occasional evening and early morning hours for events
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds during events

 

 

 

Application Instructions

If interested in working with us at The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce; please send resume to: employment@nashvillechamber.com.