Business Development Executive

Business Development ExecutiveDerse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packageA bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued75+ years of financial stabilityDerse employs over 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more!As a Business Development Executive, you will take ownership of the sales scouting process to grow and secure new business opportunities for Derse, before handing off to our Account teams. In partnership with department, divisional, and sales management you'll maintain current and new relationships and support the Derse brand. If you're looking to continue your passion for scouting sales, and ensure client & operational success, we invite you to read through and apply!Business Development Executive ResponsibilitiesIdentify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities in each of Derse's supported areas in alignment with sales strategyResearch and identify target accounts, creating a network of decision makers, influencers, and specifiers of interestsDevelop documented outreach plans including, but not limited to; email marketing, phone calls & cold calling, in-person prospecting, event networking.Collaborate with Director of Business Development and Corporate Marketing to establish strategies to engage with outreach plans.Nurture relationships across a variety of engagements to earn opportunitiesMaintain accurate records of all sales activities and client communications in the CRM system.Conduct client discovery calls and capabilities demonstrations of all products and servicesLead sales consultation process for prospective clients and transition the relationship to the respective account management team upon completion of saleIn alignment with the Director of Business Development, develop effective execution of win strategies for opportunitiesPartner with divisional sales and account management teams to transition won accountsProvide regular progress updates and forecasting to corporate sales leadershipRepresent Derse, our products, and our services professionally in a manner consistent with current marketing directionKeep an organized workflow to keep up with client and business demands, deadlines, and goalsBusiness Development Executive Requirements & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Sales Management, Marketing, or similar requiredMinimum of (3) years of business development, sales scouting, or account management requiredTrade show / live event industry experience preferredMust be highly organized, flexible, and have ability to work necessary hours (including potential weekends) in a deadline driven environmentAbility to travel domestically & international for new business opportunities