Business Development Manager

Who We Are

Stork is building the best-in-class oracle to deliver accessible, high-quality data solutions for on-chain developers. Backed by $4M in seed funding from top crypto venture firms, including Lightspeed Faction, Lattice, and Wintermute Ventures, we’re uniquely positioned to redefine the oracle space through our innovative approach. Our team of driven self-starters, primarily based in NYC, is passionate about advancing decentralized data, and we’re looking for a like-minded Business Development Manager to join our Business Development team.

The Role

Stork's Business Development team is responsible for driving the company's growth and expansion by developing and executing partnerships with decentralized applications, blockchain networks/ecosystems, crypto-native institutions, and more. You will be a key member of the team and work closely with the company’s leadership team to identify and secure new partnerships, as well as manage and grow relationships with existing partners.

Responsibilities

• Strategically identify, develop, and manage partnerships with decentralized applications, blockchain ecosystems, and crypto-native institutions

• Keep abreast of major themes, developments, and innovations in blockchain networks to inform business development strategy

• Represent the company in blockchain conferences, forums, and events, and promote Stork as a key partner

• Maintain and grow existing relationships to ensure the company’s long-term success

Qualifications

• Self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment; entrepreneurial experience is a plus

• Deep working knowledge of early stage blockchain networks, applications, and use cases with the ability to both perform due diligence and manage a large pipeline

• A willingness to grow and adapt with an exciting company in a high-growth space

• Strong communication skills to be persuasive both verbal and written

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in blockchain or blockchain adjacent industries

• Proven track record of successful deal sourcing and reporting on a pipeline

• Excellent communication (written & verbal) and presentation skills

• No ego - win as a team

• NYC Based