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Event Sponsorship Business Development Specialist, Events Division

Frost & Sullivan, California, MO, United States


Under the direction of the Head of Sponsorship Sales/ Business Development, Events Division, you will prospect, solicit and service potential sponsors and exhibitors for our 3 Executive MindXchanges and 4 Innovation Tours & Workshops – the best events in the industry. The marketing services you will represent, promote and sell will be targeted to B2B organizations. Our portfolio is vast and represents the best the market has to offer.

The markets you may cover include Customer Contact, Customer Care, Innovation across Pharmaceuticals; Biotech, Medical Devices, Mobile Communication, Telecommunications and High Tech.

On location, you will service your clients and solicit new business at the events, typically taking place at a luxury golf resort and vacation setting including Tucson, Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles, San Diego and other leading destinations.

Sponsorship products may include a 5-Star dinner reception, executive golf tournament and themed cocktail reception. If you enjoy talking with people, are not intimidated by executive level titles and thrive in both an entrepreneurial environment and team atmosphere, this is the job for you.

Job Responsibilities

Sell Event Sponsorship opportunities for our Events

Attend Industry trade shows to solicit new business

Close new business and further develop existing business

Introduce new products and services to sell

Service your clients at Frost & Sullivan Events

Help to establish a presence as “the event” in the industry

Work with production team in securing top-notch speakers

Participate in weekly meetings to brainstorm new ideas that will allow us to continue to improve the quality of our events and sponsorships

Use mastery of the position and leadership skills to advance with the Company.

Immerse yourself in your key markets in order to be able to communicate effectively about the corresponding industry to senior level executives

Create and manage a pipeline of prospects in order to grow the client base and ensure target attainment.

Manage accounts and projects on-site to guarantee success and build client relationships.

Renew and solidify relationships to grow business and overall marketing spend

Build internal relationships and partnerships with the divisions you support to prospect and close Event Sponsorship opportunities

Develop and grow a strong comprehension of the sales process, including an understanding of the value proposition and value based selling

Coordinate with marketing and the project management team to help drive success and returns for your client’s program.

If you enjoy talking with people, are not intimidated by executive level titles and thrive in both an entrepreneurial environment and team atmosphere, this is the job for you.

Frost & Sullivan offers a fast paced and dynamic work environment, with a focus on exceeding both individual and team expectations. We encourage you to take risks and develop creative, outside-the-box solutions to impact the value of the products and services you will offer clients. You’ll be encouraged to maintain your individual style while adopting a consultative partnership approach and leveraging best practices. Most importantly, you will be provided the training, support and environment to excel and succeed with a leading-edge company.

Qualifications

Proven track record of success in marketing sales and stellar account management

3+ years sales experience, including cold calling and expertise in lead generation

Business or Marketing degree preferred

Sponsorship sales experience preferred

Experience prospecting Senior Executives at Global 1000 companies through multiple avenues

Show initiative; be self-motivated and driven to succeed

Have a positive “can do” attitude and ability to communicate at various levels of an organization

Be meticulous with details and possess solid closing and follow-up skills

Have excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Be flexible and enjoy working with people

Exceptional time management skills, with strong organization and prioritization abilities

Proficient research ability.

Personal Attributes

A strong solution developer and seller who enjoys opening doors and closing the deal

Tenacious and self-motivated

Passionate about understanding and helping with clients’ needs and challenges

Continuous leader, curious, stays one step ahead of the client, and trusted advisor

Collaborative team player

Strong integrity, always striving for excellence

Interest or experience in public speaking, training and management

Strong knowledge of PC software programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Lotus Notes

Benefits Frost & Sullivan’s commitment

We have high expectations of our people. Our remuneration packages therefore reflect our belief that outstanding performance should be rewarded. As a result, Frost & Sullivan offers a competitive basic salary package and bonus structure

Solve some of the most interesting problems with extraordinary clients

Opportunity to work on regional and global projects with experienced industry leaders.

Opportunity to gain work exposure in consulting environment.

A definitive career trajectory with numerous growth opportunities and career paths.

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