Jay Voelker
About Jay Voelker
Jay Voelker serves as the President of Crown Properties Collection and has extensive experience in sales and business development within the golf and entertainment industries. He has held various leadership roles at PGA TOUR and has been instrumental in launching Crown Properties Collection, which includes prominent venues like the Las Vegas Sphere and Madison Square Garden.
Current Role at Oak View Group
Jay Voelker serves as the President of Crown Properties Collection at Oak View Group, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the management and development of the Crown Properties Collection, which includes high-profile venues such as the Las Vegas Sphere and Madison Square Garden. His leadership is pivotal in establishing strategic partnerships and managing exclusive sponsorship opportunities for these iconic locations.
Previous Experience at PGA TOUR
Jay Voelker has extensive experience at PGA TOUR, where he held multiple roles over several years. He served as Sr. Director, National Sales for PGA TOUR Champions from 2017 to 2018, and as VP, Business Development from 2019 to 2021. His earlier positions included Director of National Sales for PGA TOUR Champions from 2015 to 2017, and Sr. Director of Business Development from 2018 to 2019. He also worked as Manager, National Group Sales for Golf Course Properties from 2011 to 2013, and Manager, Tournament Activation & Community Outreach from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background
Jay Voelker studied at Elon University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Communications. Additionally, he attended The Wharton School, completing the Aresty Institute of Executive Education. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in sales and business development within the sports and hospitality industries.
Involvement in Crown Properties Collection Launch
Voelker played a key role in the launch of the Crown Properties Collection in 2023. This initiative represents a significant development in venue management, showcasing major locations like the Las Vegas Sphere and Madison Square Garden. He was instrumental in forming a strategic partnership with Madison Square Garden Companies, serving as the first client and equity investor for the collection.
Early Career Experience
Before his tenure at PGA TOUR, Jay Voelker gained experience in various roles within the hospitality and sales sectors. He worked as a Sales Representative at John Motley Associates from 2006 to 2008 and as a Golf Sales Manager at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort from 2008 to 2011. His early career also included a position as Guest Services at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in 2005 and an internship at Grandover Resort.