Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager
About AMB Sports and Entertainment
AMB Sports and Entertainment is part of the Blank Family of Businesses and includes the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC, Atlanta’s NWSL club launching in 2028, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta Drive Golf Club, and PGA TOUR Superstore.
Who we Are
We use our Core Values as a compass to guide our decisions because they are our North Star. If we live our Core Values daily, we know everything else will take care of itself. We enjoy a culture rooted in giving back to others through our time, talents, labor, and financial commitment. We are successful when we collaborate with and value each other like family, maintain a hunger to delight guests and continuously innovate, listen closely for even the smallest need for improvement, stand up for convictions, and genuinely own our responsibilities as if our name is on the outside of the building.
Our Ideal Candidates
Actively Listen – Take an active role in listening by being present in the moment, using healthy body language, and ensuring joint understanding. When we read between the lines and hear what others are saying and what they are not saying, we encounter amazing opportunities to go the extra mile in serving them.
Collaborate – Realize that we are better together than we are alone. We achieve much better results when others have the opportunity to add their diverse perspectives. Be open to feedback and actively seek input from a variety of people at varying levels because the best ideas come from those who are closest to those we serve.
Engage in Servant Leadership – Put others ahead of yourself even when it’s difficult. Find opportunities to lead by example in the way you pitch in and help others. Giving back to others is at the heart of what we do.
Build Relationships – Cultivate trust in relationships by showing respect and sensitivity. Invest time in helping others to continuously improve by listening to their ideas and helping them to continuously improve.
Own Results – Own issues you encounter even when they are outside of your area of responsibility by taking action or seeking out the needed resolution. You are empowered and expected to take risks aimed at exceeding the expectations of our guests. Take advantage of this rare opportunity by utilizing available resources.
Position Summary
At AMB Sports and Entertainment and the Blank Family of Businesses, we aspire to embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) into our businesses, culture, and everything we do. DEIB is at the heart of our core values and guides how we serve our associates, fans, guests, and communities. Bringing our values to life creates a more inclusive culture where everyone belongs and can be and do their best.
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager will be responsible for managing the strategy and day-to-day operations of DEIB initiatives that foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, including overseeing and managing Associate Resource Groups (ARGs). The DEI Manager will also be a thought partner and support system for the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) regarding strategy, programming, and engagement.
Based onsite full-time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with regular local travel to other Blank Family of Businesses locations, this individual-contributor role will report directly to the CHRO.
Roles and Responsibilities
In partnership with the CHRO, the DEIB Manager works to advance the organizations DEIB strategic plan by:
- Providing strategic oversight and governance for the organization’s ARGs, including leader support, program alignment, strategic annual planning, and measurement of impact, ensuring ARG initiatives advance enterprise DEIB priorities, associate engagement, and business objectives
- Collaborating with the Learning and Engagement team and Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) to curate and deliver high-impact DEIB learning and education experiences, including league-aligned offerings and enterprise-recommended initiatives
- Providing strategic oversight of DEIB budget planning and financial stewardship, ensuring responsible use of resources and alignment with enterprise goals
- Acting as a strategic DEIB advisor to Creative and Marketing teams on inclusive retail, fan, and experiential initiatives
- Leading enterprise DEIB communications and programming, including associate spotlights and cultural moments, in partnership with the Internal Communications and Employer Branding team and crossfunctional stakeholders to address opportunities and gaps in inclusion, belonging, and representation
- Translating DEIB strategy into compelling internal and external storytelling that strengthens associate engagement and positions AMBSE as an employer of choice
- Owning and maintaining the DEIB SharePoint site, ensuring timely, relevant, and accessible associate resources
- Independently scoping, planning, researching, and executing on impactful projects
- Critically interpreting data, identifying key insights and themes, developing preliminary conclusions, and making recommendations that can inform and influence DEIB decision-making
- Structuring and developing executive-level presentations and communications to align key partners, set expectations, and communicate progress and results (e.g., project reports, status updates, briefings, research summaries, etc.)
- Establishing relationships with key internal and external partners and developing processes to assess the effectiveness of partnerships and programs annually
- Partnering with the CHRO, Senior Director of HR Operations and Shared Services, and Talent Acquisition team on inclusive recruiting efforts and partnerships to drive greater equity and inclusion in the talent acquisition process.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- You have a bachelor’s degree
- You have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong ownership drive, and are proactive and deadline driven
- You have 3+ years of experience supporting strategic diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts
- You have demonstrated knowledge of workplace inclusion concepts and methodologies
- You are an exceptionally strong relationship builder and project manager: communicating and collaborating effectively across all functions and levels
- You have a passion for inclusion initiatives, with a mind for growth and change
- You can easily pivot between strategic and tactical execution and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves at a moment’s notice
- You’re an intellectually curious and proactive problem solver who looks to make data-driven decisions
- You are skilled at preparing clear and comprehensive executive level reports and presentations
- You have experience leading cross functional teams, projects, and programs
- You can balance keen attention to detail with swift, seamless execution, excellent organization skills, and demonstrated ability to move forward multiple projects simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment
- You demonstrate strong professional integrity, discretion, and good judgment in resolving conflicts among individuals and groups
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Teams
- Preferred experience leveraging Canva or comparable graphic design tools to support visual communications
- Preferred experience administering or managing SharePoint sites or similar internal content platforms
- Preferred experience supporting DEIB initiatives within a large, matrixed or consumer-facing organization