Business Development Manager, Meeting and Events
Sales & Marketing/Sales & Marketing - General
LHH
$80,000.00 - $80,000.00 per Year
Chicago, IllinoisPermanent
Sales & Marketing - General
Sales & Marketing
Job Title: Business Development Manager - Meetings and Events
Location: Chicago
Job Description: Are you ready to join an exciting and fast-paced industry where creativity and innovation are highly valued? A dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager is needed to join a Meetings and Events team. This role is pivotal in driving strategic growth goals by identifying and securing new business opportunities, as well as nurturing and expanding existing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic plans to close new accounts and grow existing ones.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring maximum visibility and potential for repeat business.
Conduct market research to identify potential leads and understand the competitive landscape.
Prepare and present compelling sales proposals and presentations.
Manage a robust pipeline of opportunities in the CRM database.
Attend industry functions and network to develop new business opportunities.
Provide business development training and mentoring to team members.
Submit weekly activity and sales progress reports, ensuring accurate data recording in the CRM system.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the industry, preferably in the Meetings sector.
Proven track record in identifying and generating new business, as well as maintaining client relationships.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to travel for meetings and conventions.
Why Join:
Competitive base salary with a lucrative commission structure.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
Professional development and growth opportunities.
Be part of the exciting and innovative events industry.
If you are a proactive and driven individual with a passion for business development and a knack for building lasting client relationships, this opportunity is for you!
Pay Details: $80,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Chris Hennessy
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Business Development Manager, Meeting and Events
Sales & Marketing/Sales & Marketing - General
LHH
$80,000.00 - $80,000.00 per Year
Chicago, IllinoisPermanent
Sales & Marketing - General
Sales & Marketing
Job Title: Business Development Manager - Meetings and Events
Location: Chicago
Job Description: Are you ready to join an exciting and fast-paced industry where creativity and innovation are highly valued? A dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager is needed to join a Meetings and Events team. This role is pivotal in driving strategic growth goals by identifying and securing new business opportunities, as well as nurturing and expanding existing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic plans to close new accounts and grow existing ones.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring maximum visibility and potential for repeat business.
Conduct market research to identify potential leads and understand the competitive landscape.
Prepare and present compelling sales proposals and presentations.
Manage a robust pipeline of opportunities in the CRM database.
Attend industry functions and network to develop new business opportunities.
Provide business development training and mentoring to team members.
Submit weekly activity and sales progress reports, ensuring accurate data recording in the CRM system.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the industry, preferably in the Meetings sector.
Proven track record in identifying and generating new business, as well as maintaining client relationships.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to travel for meetings and conventions.
Why Join:
Competitive base salary with a lucrative commission structure.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
Professional development and growth opportunities.
Be part of the exciting and innovative events industry.
If you are a proactive and driven individual with a passion for business development and a knack for building lasting client relationships, this opportunity is for you!
Pay Details: $80,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Chris Hennessy
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance