Business Development Manager

Become a Part of the Housing First Minnesota Team Housing First Minnesota is driven by its mission - Homeownership opportunities for all Minnesotans. Our organization approaches this challenge with a truly unique blend of programs and initiatives - ranging from our nation-leading home tours to homeownership advocacy before government entities, to charitable and thought leadership programs in support of our community. Housing First is a place to boldly innovate, collaborate, and drive program integration in support of our mission. Housing First Minnesota is seeking an entrepreneurial Business Development Manager to drive new revenue growth across an integrated portfolio of publications, events, sponsorships, digital media, and strategic partnerships. This growth-focused role centers on securing new advertisers, sponsors, and corporate partners while expanding flagship initiatives and the organization’s commercial platform. The ideal candidate is results-driven and goal-oriented, with a proven ability to build strategic partnerships, deliver customized solutions, and achieve ambitious revenue and growth objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a proactive new-business strategy targeting organizations & opportunities not currently partnered with or invested with Housing First Minnesota. Sell integrated partnership solutions across publications, events, sponsorships, digital media, and marketing programs. Build and manage a disciplined Salesforce pipeline. Lead consultative sales conversations with executive decision-makers. Collaborate with the Senior Director, Client Strategy and Growth on strategy, pricing, and major opportunities. Partner with the Engagement Account Executive to ensure clear ownership between new business and existing account growth. Represent Housing First Minnesota throughout the business community. Provide accurate pipeline forecasts and market intelligence. Measures of Success Consistently delivers new advertisers, sponsors, and strategic partners. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated success in prospecting and developing new business opportunities. Strong relationship-building and consultative sales skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating across departments. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and negotiation skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience using Salesforce or other CRM platforms preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Ability to learn new technologies and sales tools. Ability to travel locally approximately 30-40%, with increased travel during peak event seasons. Passion for relationship building, business growth, and supporting the housing industry. Compensation: $70,000+ plus commission. For candidates with exceptional experience or qualifications, compensation may be negotiated beyond the posted range. Housing First Minnesota is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr