Youth Sports Powerhouse, Sports Facilities Management (SFM) Promotes Myrtle Beach Sports Center General Manager

The Sports Facilities Management (SFM), operates the largest single network of youth sports tourism facilities in the U.S. with 10’s of millions of visits and hundreds of millions in economic impact, these venues are part of the changing landscape of youth sports today.   SFM has promoted Myrtle Beach Sports Center General Manager, Jessica Vanco, to National Account Executive. Vanco joined SFM prior to the Sports Center opening in 2015, Under Vanco’s leadership, the Myrtle Beach Sports Center has outperformed economic impact and net revenue projections each year.

“SFM exists to help our clients achieve their objectives and reasons for developing their venues,” commented SFM Vice-President Jack Adams. “Jess has been a winner in every role she has taken, and the results of her leadership speak for themselves. Her approach will continue to serve Myrtle Beach and help other communities exceed their expectations.”

SFM Chief Operations Officer Dave Pritchett added, “Jess has proven to be a great talent at the venue level and has quickly risen as a leader in the SFM national network.”

In her new role, Vanco will oversee multiple facilities currently in the SFM National Network and onboard new facilities in SFM’s growing portfolio opening in late 2019/early 2020. The SFM National Network has created unparalleled industry reach and relationships with vendors in many fields and specialties – from equipment to software. SFM has maintained a professional and innovative reputation in the sports sphere allowing for unmatched ability for career growth as evidenced by the firm’s database of many qualified candidates.

“We are hyper-focused on expanding the SFM National Network consisting of the best venues, providing world-class programs, and bringing the top event promoters, rights holders, and tournament operators to the communities we serve,” shared SFM CEO Jason Clement. “We understand the importance of having the most talented operators in the country, and we are thrilled for Jess to join our national leadership team.”

As the youth travel sports industry is expected to double in size from $15 billion to a projected $30 billion in 2022-2025, so too is the portfolio of (SFM). The firm represents the largest single network of sports tourism in the country, named SFM Nation, which includes venues, partners, recruits, and events. As SFM onboards new staff, including Vanco, a search has begun to replace Myrtle Beach Sports Center’s vacant General Manager position. If you’re interested in joining the industry-leading SFM team, find open positions here: https://sportadvisory.applicantpro.com/jobs/

About The Sports Facilities Companies

The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) are the Nation’s leading resources for the management and development of sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. As a turn-key solution for community leaders and developers alike, SFC services span the gamut of sports and recreation needs from sports tourism & recreation master planning, program planning, and feasibility through professional facility management services. Our 50+ managed venues and 2500+ team members, represented by the SF Network, welcome more than 25 million guest visits and produce over $500 million in economic impact each year. To learn more, please visit SportsFacilities.com and theSFnetwork.com.