Business Development & Growth Strategy Manager (Remote)

About the position

Visit.org is looking for a passionate and ambitious Business Development & Growth Strategy Manager to join our remote team. The position will identify, engage, and convert prospects for new conversations with the sales organization. The Business Development & Growth Strategy Manager will lead and execute strategies to identify, secure, and grow high-impact partnerships while collaborating cross-functionally to drive revenue, enhance brand visibility, and support the organization’s long-term growth goals. The right candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, extreme passion for our mission, and the energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the CEO’s right hand, supporting both strategic initiatives and daily operations with a strong focus on business growth
• Lead and execute business development efforts, including sourcing, pitching, and closing corporate partnership opportunities
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders at Fortune companies
• Come up with new creative initiatives to connect with Fortune companies
• Identify strategic partners and create go-to-market strategies
• Research new market opportunities, support due diligence, and assist in negotiations with potential partners
• Coordinate with internal teams and corporate clients to launch, manage, and optimize high-impact partnerships, bringing creative ideas to life through events, communications, and online and in-person activations.
• Track, analyze, and report on business development KPIs and partnership performance to inform strategic decisions.
• Draft high-level communications, proposals, and follow-ups tailored to corporate partners and investors
• Plan and execute events, corporate activations, and speaking engagements in collaboration with partners and identify and create public speaking opportunities to elevate brand and leadership visibility
• Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with a strong sense of ownership and adaptability
• Demonstrate passion for the company’s mission and the impact of technology in driving social change

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience, preferably in Sales or Marketing, Business Development, Partnership Development or any external stakeholder-facing role
• Willingness and passion for trying new things, acting entrepreneurial, and iterating on all current and future approaches
• Tech-savvy, proficient with CRM tools, and social media communications expert in current cultural trends with attention to brand voice
• Very curious and knowledgeable in world affairs, global economy, business trends, and technological innovation
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills
• Analytical skills to assess KPIs and partnership performance
• Must be able to travel approximately 40% of the time
• Based in NYC (preferred)
• Background in startups, tech, or mission-driven companies

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Unlimited PTO + Holiday + Birthday off!
• Unlimited Social Impact Time Off (SITO)!
• Competitive salary
• Mission-aligned company events/volunteering
• Inclusive, exciting start-up culture
• Accelerated career & personal growth
• Culture Club and more!