Wyandotte Economic Development Council ยท 2 weeks ago
Business Retention & Expansion Manager
Kansas City, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expWyandotte Economic Development Council (WYEDC) is seeking a Business Retention & Expansion Manager to drive local economic efforts. The role involves liaising with the business community and governmental agencies, conducting business visits, maintaining communication with existing businesses, and implementing programs tailored to their needs.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Organizing, conducting, and analyzing business retention visits and surveys primarily using and entering the data into a CRM database
Maintaining regular contact with existing businesses through various communication outreach initiatives
Understanding existing business trends, business activity, performance indicators, economic market information and workforce needs
Implementing programs that identify and address the needs of existing businesses
Understanding state and local incentives, and programs to assist businesses
Implementing marketing efforts related to the business retention and expansion program
Developing a knowledge base of workforce solutions to meet the needs of existing companies
Participating in committees and initiatives supporting entrepreneurialism, small business, workforce and education
Maintaining a list of local, minority, and woman-owned businesses in the county
Performing other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
3+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the fields of economic development, program management or business sales
Individual must maintain a valid driver's license
Preferred
Knowledge of incentives/finance, workforce programs, and the community
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vacation
Sick time
Company
Wyandotte Economic Development Council
The Wyandotte Economic Development Council is a non-profit economic development corporation whose mission is to promote and strengthen Wyandotte County Kansas' economy through innovative approaches to programs, partnerships, and leadership in industrial, residential, office and retail markets.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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