BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & TECHNOLOGY MANAGER (GCEDC) - 0525
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About The Position
Under limited direction and in compliance with technical, administrative, regulatory, and professional standards and guidelines, develops and manages a multi-faceted business development and project management system and program for the Greenville City Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) with a strong emphasis on complex technology-based economic development opportunities, including life sciences and engineering, which directly supports City-wide business retention, recruitment, and entrepreneurial development designed to help grow the City of Greenville's economy. Develops effective systems and strategies that provide measurable results. Maintains key relationships and works in collaboration with a variety of private, public and non-profit economic development partners in support of the City's economic development strategies. Facilitates, makes presentations, and develops effective strategies for prospective investors, businesses, developers, and site consultants. Spearheads the development of project management systems utilized by the GCEDC and also manages a wide variety of economic development projects, with a particular emphasis on tech-based and life sciences projects, as well as strategic support for early-stage companies and start-ups. Provides recommendations for appropriate City participation in support of complex, mission supporting business development opportunities. Manages financial programs in support of business development. Participates in targeted marketing trips in conjunction with other economic development colleagues & partners when appropriate. Researches and writes, where applicable, grants to support business retention, attraction and expansion, utilizing experience navigating federal and state agencies when needed. Assigns staff to various committees and serves on boards when appropriate and necessary to further the City's economic development strategies.
