Eric Blankenship
Passionate - Creative - Fearless
I am a dynamic marketing executive who balances both brand development and revenue generation. As a leader, I can recruit, build and develop marketing departments focused on the overall vision of the organization.
Never afraid to fail, I am a strategic and innovative thinker who uses data and analytics to drive decisions. My drive towards success is matched only by my desire to be great.
During my 20+ year career in sports, entertainment, live events, restaurants and hospitality, I have been very fortunate to have helped elevate some of the industry’s best organizations including the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Philadelphia 76ers, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Amalie Arena, Armature Works and many more. I will make a positive impact for any organization no matter what the external environment might be.
To learn more about Eric, please visit his LinkedIn Page. www.linkedin.com/in/ericblankenship74/
Bill Abercrombie
Loyal - Inventive - Courageous
Most recently, Abercrombie was the Executive Vice President of Partnership Sales & Activation for the NHL Tampa Bay Lightning, Amalie Arena, Tampa Bay Entertainment Properties and The Identity Tampa Bay. In addition, Abercrombie played a vital role in the Lightning’s partnership with the University of South Florida and its Athletics Department. After joining the Lightning in 2011, Abercrombie transformed a department that was ranked in the bottom tier in sponsorship revenue in the NHL to a top 10 ranking in his final season at the Lightning.
During his nine-year tenure, Abercrombie played an integral role in transforming the Tampa Bay Lightning into one of the most-admired brands in the Tampa Bay community and one of the most well-respected organizations in all of sports. The highlight of the organization came in 2016 when the Tampa Bay Lightning were recognized as the #1 Sports Franchise (out of 122 sports franchises) by ESPN for its excellence in a variety of categories.
