Business Development Professional

Job Description
Are you the kind of professional who sees opportunities where others see obstacles? Do you thrive on building relationships, opening doors, and driving measurable growth?

Do you have a proven track record or have an underutilized talent? Are you an individual who knows how to turn conversations into partnerships and strategy into revenue?

Reference is seeking a driven and relationship-focused Business Development Professional to support growth in the Coralville–Iowa City metro areas. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with local businesses, building strong partnerships, and driving measurable revenue growth close to home.

If you’re passionate about growth, influence, and making things happen, this role is built for you.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the local and regional market

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners

Manage leads, schedule meetings, and track progress using CRM tools

Represents the company professionally at meetings and networking events

Collaborate with team to execute growth strategies

Exceed growth and revenue targets

Networking/involved with community

What We’re Looking For

3+ years’ of experience in business development, sales, or account management

Proven ability to close deals and hit revenue targets

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skillsExperience with CRM software

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required

Familiarity with the Coralville / Iowa City business community

B2B sales or professional services experience – IT, A/V, and or Security experience preferred

Local networking and community involvement

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $50,000 to $60,000 annual base plus incentive potential DOE

401(k) with company match

Health Insurance, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Supportive and professional team environment

Training and development opportunities

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