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Jose, 28, joined the Condors in September of 1999 and is in his ninth season with the organization. As Director of Ticket Sales, he is responsible for the daily operation and development of the sales staff, including sales training and motivation. In addition to selling season ticket packages, Jose is also in charge of ticket services for our bilingual fans.
Before joining the Condors, Jose worked for Texaco North American Production Kern River Field, assisting with various production and drilling aspects. Since being appointed Director of Ticket Sales in July of 2004, the Condors were named ECHL Ticket Department of the Year in 2004-2005, and had Co-Ticket Executives of the Year in 2006-07. The team has increased its ticket sales for each of the last four years, and attendance was up 4.4% in 2006-07.
The Bakersfield native graduated from Arvin High School and attended Bakersfield College. Jose is active in the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He and his wife, Cristina, reside in Bakersfield with their son Joseph.
Favorite NHL Team: Detroit Red Wings
Favorite MLB Team: LA Dodgers
Favorite NBA Team: Chicago Bulls
Favorite College Football Team: Notre Dame
Favorite College Basketball Team: Duke
Favorite TV Shows: Heroes, SportsCenter, Nip Tuck
Favorite Movies: Rudy, Lord of the Rings, Tommy Boy
Favorite Food: Italian
Hobbies: Anything related to playing, watching, or talking sports, playing with my son
Jose Rivera can be contacted at rivera@bakersfieldcondors.com