James Burns
About James Burns
James Burns is an Account Executive with extensive experience in sales and marketing within the sports industry. He currently works at Advertise Purple and has held various positions with organizations such as the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees.
Work at Advertise Purple
James Burns has served as an Account Executive at Advertise Purple since 2021. In this role, he provides consultative performance marketing solutions to prospective brand partners. His focus is on helping clients launch and scale affiliate programs on an international level. He develops tailored, data-driven growth strategies that align with the specific goals and objectives of each prospect.
Previous Experience in Sports Organizations
James Burns has extensive experience in the sports industry. He worked as an Account Executive for New Business Development at the Los Angeles Sparks for two months in 2014. Prior to that, he was part of the marketing event staff for the New York Yankees in 2007, also for two months. His tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers spanned several years, where he held multiple roles including Senior Account Executive for Premium Sales from 2015 to 2021, and Account Executive for Season Sales from 2012 to 2015.
Sales and Marketing Expertise
James Burns specializes in sales and marketing within the sports and performance marketing sectors. He has a proven track record of developing data-driven growth strategies tailored to meet the specific needs of clients. His experience includes utilizing Zoho CRM to manage the sales pipeline effectively, ensuring that he can track and optimize sales processes efficiently.
Education and Background
James Burns studied at the University of Tampa, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in sales and marketing. His educational background complements his professional experience in various high-profile organizations within the sports industry.