Business Development Manager

• Convert

• Identify and ensure rigorous follow-up on high-potential prospects via our customer relationship management system.
• Attend and coordinate events that provide opportunities to engage prospective and current entrepreneurs
• Facilitate presentations and workshops that promote Futurpreneur programs and support entrepreneurial skill development.
• Assist other programs and regions, as and when required.
• Work in collaboration with Client Relationship Managers (CRM) to ensure a smooth transition of applicant to funding stage.
• Create lead generation opportunities across region, while collaborating with existing and new partners

• Attend and coordinate events that provide the opportunity to engage prospective mentors.
• Manage prospective mentor inquiries regarding mentoring program and application process.
• Communicate with CRM regarding fulfilling mentor gaps.
• Recruit mentors to achieve the region's objectives and ensure adequate mentor support for our entrepreneurs
• Coordinate events as required that offer the opportunity to recruit new volunteer mentors

• Connect with strategic and referral partners on a regular basis to keep Futurpreneur top of mind to their staff, and maintain relationships

• Be in regular contact and maintain good relationships with Futurpreneur's partners to bring entrepreneurs to a loan approval stage.
• Facilitate partner onboarding; train new and retrain existing partners and ensure they are fully aware of Futurpreneur processes

• Follow-up with partners to make sure they have all the tools and information they need to represent us well with their customers.
• Manage relationship with referral partners, as well as grow the number of partners if and where appropriate.
• Participate as required in the activities of partners in the ecosystem to engage community partners and recruit entrepreneurs in search of financing and mentorship.
• Coordinate events that offer the opportunity to engage Futurpreneur partners, as required.
• Identify potential partners through research, events, networks and referrals

• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (40% of this role includes local and provincial travel).
• Relevant experience may include education with a focus on business administration, economic development, entrepreneurship or equivalent hands-on career experience.
• 3+ years of experience in sales, start-up business development or economic development position.
• Bilingualism in French & English (spoken & written) is an asset.
• Experience working with entrepreneurs or business startups, business plans and cashflows is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to tailor and deliver public program presentations and workshops.
• Proficient computer skills; experience with a Customer Relationship Management system is required (MS-365)
• Strong client focus with the ability to work with volunteers.
• Confident, proactive and motivated, able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of trends within the entrepreneurial, startup, small business industry.
• General administration experience including budget management, report writing, etc.
• Clear and confident communicator, skilled at engaging and connecting with diverse audiences.
• Collaborative and adaptable team player, bringing a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong organizational skills, able to balance multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic hybrid work environment.
• Demonstrate curiosity and a growth mindset, embracing and championing change.
• Alignment with Futurpreneur’s values and commitment to the mission/purpose of the organization
• Be a role model for Futurpreneur’s organizational culture by creating a positive impact at every touchpoint with people

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