Business Developer
African American Male Wellness Agency•Columbus, OH
About The Position
The Business Development Specialist will help expand the reach and impact of the African American Male Wellness Agency by identifying, developing, and securing new partnerships, sponsorships, and revenue opportunities. The role executes growth strategies aligned with the agency’s mission to promote health equity and wellness in African American communities. The ideal candidate has a proven record in business development, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for community health and wellness initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, fundraising, or a related field, ideally within a nonprofit or healthcare environment.
- Proven ability to secure sponsorships, partnerships, and grant funding.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for improving health outcomes for African American communities.
- Proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analytics tools.
- Ability and willingness to travel for meetings with prospective and existing clients.
- Results-oriented approach focused on measurable outcomes, meeting goals, and agency growth.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships.
- Ability to analyze data, identify opportunities, and develop creative solutions for business growth.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling pitches and proposals.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a nonprofit or healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- Identify and engage corporate, nonprofit, and community partners to establish collaborations supporting agency programs and events.
- Develop strategies to secure sponsorships, grants, and contracts and meet fundraising goals, particularly for major events such as Black Men’s Wellness Day, Uplift Her, and other initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, community leaders, government officials, and health organizations.
- Draft and submit proposals to potential partners and sponsors that showcase agency programs and partnership opportunities.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, competitive advantages, and potential markets or opportunities for agency expansion.
- Track and report business development activities, including pipeline management, revenue growth, and partnership engagement.
