Our firm has an exclusive search for a SVP of Economic Development with a well-known organization headquartered in Greater Austin.
Our client seeks a SVP of Economic Development who will operate as a key executive team member, reporting directly to the CEO.
The SVP of Economic Development will lead our client's overall economic development strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, processes, and desired outcomes including attraction, retention, expansion, and creation of new business opportunities.
Additional Qualifications and Responsibilities include:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required; a master's degree in economics, planning, business, or public administration is preferred.
10-20 years of extensive experience in regional economic development or a related field.
Professional certification in economic development or a related field is desirable.
Proven track record managing teams.
Experience with regional partnerships a plus.
Develop and execute an aggressive, proactive business development strategy to attract qualified companies and industries.
Plan, implement, and oversee economic development programs focused on major business sectors, including market evaluation and ecosystem development.
Collaborate with staff to create an efficient process, including inquiry responses, proposal development, site tours, project management, and deal closure.
Implement and manage a comprehensive business retention and expansion program, leveraging resources from surrounding municipalities and regional partners.
Support business intelligence efforts by researching, collecting, and analyzing data to enhance lead generation, prospecting, and location proposals, as well as conducting comparative location analysis of peer and best-in-class markets, particularly those with similar industry clusters.
Foster and maintain strong relationships with key partners, including site selection consultants, the Texas Governor's Office of Economic Development, utilities, and regional economic development organizations.
Provide inspirational, effective leadership in building and maintaining a high performing team in support of client goals.
Develop and manage the department's financial budget, aligning with organizational objectives.
Regularly review and evaluate strategies to ensure optimal outcomes for Opportunity Austin's economic development efforts.
Work as part of the senior executive team, collaborating with the President/CEO to support client's operational activities across all divisions.
Help set organizational priorities and provide leadership and support to other senior staff members.
Coordinate a complex network of economic development entities at the state and municipal levels.
Represent Opportunity Austin at special functions, deliver speeches, and contribute to achieving client's business development goals.
Participate in media and public relations activities as part of client's strategic outreach.
Perform additional duties as required.
Compensation Structure:
The salary range and benefits package are competitive with the market