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Executive Director of Business Development
Fargo Area | $165-$180k DOE | Outstanding Benefits
A well-established and highly respected financial organization is seeking an experienced Executive Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives across a multi-state service area. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving business development, expanding strategic partnerships, leading a high-performing sales team, and increasing market presence.
If you're a proven sales leader who excels at building relationships, developing teams, and creating growth strategies, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a mission-driven organization.
What You'll Do
- Lead and develop a team of business development professionals to achieve ambitious growth goals.
- Drive new business generation through strategic partnerships, referral networks, and market expansion.
- Develop and execute sales strategies that increase pipeline activity, conversion rates, and overall production.
- Build and strengthen relationships with financial institutions, community organizations, economic development groups, and other key partners.
- Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal leadership to ensure exceptional client experiences from initial engagement through closing.
- Utilize CRM systems, reporting tools, and market analytics to improve sales performance and forecasting.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop top-performing sales talent while fostering a collaborative, results-oriented culture.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 10 years of progressive experience in business development, financial services, commercial lending, or a related industry.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience managing high-performing sales teams.
- Demonstrated success developing strategic partnerships and consistently growing revenue.
- Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and executive communication skills.
- Experience utilizing CRM platforms, sales processes, and performance metrics to drive results.
- Ability to travel throughout the region to meet with clients, partners, and community organizations.
Compensation & Benefits
- $170k compensation package (DOE)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Executive leadership opportunity with long-term growth potential
- Collaborative and mission-driven culture
- Opportunity to shape strategy and drive meaningful organizational growth
If you're an accomplished business development executive looking for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. You can reach out to Valley Professional Search at 701-320-5496, or email Lacey@valleyprosearch.com.
Pay: $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $160,000 - $180,000