Founded in 2013, NationSwell helps purpose-driven leaders and organizations take impact to the next level with confidence and credibility. Our unique ecosystem of services and experiences provides influential leaders and organizations with essential strategy, connections and amplification. NationSwell is a certified B Corp, which means we are organized to achieve that mission and our profits are inextricably linked to achieving that mission. We hold ourselves accountable every day to the values of Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, Innovation, Inspiration and Teamwork.
Role Overview
NationSwell is seeking a Business Development (Partnerships) team member to join our Growth team, this role is rooted in the ability to align our unique ecosystem and services to the needs of organizations across Fortune 500 companies, foundations, family offices and major nonprofits. Somewhat unique to NationSwell, we refer to clients as partners -- and see all aspects of sales (new business, market positioning, lead generation, negotiation) as falling under our Partnerships umbrella.
A successful candidate in this role will be a combination hunter/gatherer, they will enjoy and thrive opening doors and creating new relationships outside of our network and leading them to mutually beneficial long term collaboration. One will build a clear understanding of the full suite of NationSwell offerings including Institutional Membership, Studio Integrated Campaigns, Sponsorships, Special Initiatives and Individual Memberships to maximize impact and enterprise potential. They will work to forge new relationships with C-suite leaders, VPs and Directors, and to help steer partner conversations to proposals from introductions through contracting and internal launch. This is an existing role now vacant due to an internal team role evolution, with a wonderful opportunity to learn from one's predecessor and colleagues.
What will you do?
What are you like?
Successful candidates will excel at connecting with our diverse group of prospects and partners (clients), identifying their key priorities and finding the right NationSwell solution for them. You are a people person. Business development at NationSwell is fundamentally a team sport, so you should excel at collaborating on a growing team and have expert interpersonal communication skills.
Desired Qualifications