Vice President of Business Development

Role Description The Vice President of Business Development is a full-time remote role responsible for driving strategic growth and partnerships for Springboard to Design. This role oversees the identification and cultivation of new funding opportunities, institutional partners, and sponsorships aligned with the organization’s mission and equity-focused values. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and executing business plans, leading outreach to potential partners, managing high-value relationships, and coordinating cross-functional collaboration with program, marketing, and fundraising teams. The Vice President will prepare proposals and presentations, negotiate partnership and sponsorship agreements, and monitor performance against growth and revenue targets. This role also contributes to long-term strategic planning, provides regular reporting to leadership and the board, and represents the organization at virtual and in-person industry and arts education events as needed.

Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in New Business Development and Business Planning, with a track record of creating and implementing growth strategies. Strong skills in Contract Negotiation, including structuring agreements and aligning terms with organizational objectives. Proven experience in Sales and Account Management, with the ability to build, maintain, and expand relationships with partners and sponsors. Experience in nonprofit, arts, education, or mission-driven organizations is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to work effectively in a remote environment. Strategic and analytical mindset, with proficiency in using data and metrics to inform decisions and measure outcomes. Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, arts management, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and expanding access to arts and design careers for underrepresented communities.