Business Development Director

Skyline Exhibits; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Job summary

Skyline Exhibits is seeking a Business Development Director to drive net new growth through high-value target prospects and strategic outreach. You will partner with marketing to generate qualified leads, manage a robust pipeline, and close enterprise deals with a consultative, customer-centric approach.

The role emphasizes expanding logos across industries, leveraging an established network, and achieving revenue and profit goals. Travel is minimal with 1–2 trade shows per quarter.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of sales experience focused on acquiring new business.
• B2B sales experience in trade show or related industries.
• Existing network of decision-makers and proven ability to grow it.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage high-value targets and assess trade show spend.
• Generate and qualify opportunities with consultative, customer-centric selling.
• Manage pipeline, forecast accurately, and close complex enterprise deals.
• Collaborate with marketing to craft compelling value propositions and outreach content.
• Drive revenue through high win rates and expanding logos.

Skills

Enterprise sales

New business development

Strategic selling

Networking

Forecasting

Tools

CRM

Prospecting tools

Job description

The Business Development Director will drive net new growth with high value target prospects. This role is essential for Skyline to achieve overall growth targets and will work closely with marketing on top-tier client prospecting strategies including outreach and messaging, lead generation, lead conversion and overall pipeline build and management. The Business Development Director will be someone who loves “the hunt” and is able to achieve revenue and profit goals through both their own existing network of opportunities as well as through a proven ability to drive leads to success via a consultative and strategic approach.

• Identify and engage high value targets regarding their trade show spend and any ancillary face-to-face marketing activities with partnership potential.
• Focus on generating and qualifying opportunities via existing relationships with key decision makers, strong and innovative networking skills and a keen ability to drive and convert prospects via consultative, customer-centric selling behaviors.
• Manage complex capabilities and pitch meetings, and work effectively with all departments by using their expertise appropriately.
• Provide a strategic presence across the Business Development team by helping to develop innovative and strategic techniques and programs.
• Leverage the sales tech stack for optimal results of prospecting activities.
• Work closely with marketing on leveraging value propositions and value add content in outreach to build pipeline aggressively.
• Drive revenue and profit results through strong win rates and high average order values.
• Penetrate net new logos won for a period of 12 months in a “land and expand” focus. (additional divisions, activations, revenue opportunities)
• Exhibit strong forecasting, pricing strategy and closing skills.
• Represent Skyline across industries with a high-level of knowledge and integrity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in sales with a focus on acquiring new business.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in B2B sales within the trade show or similar industries.
• Existing network of relevant relationships and the experience of growing this through innovative and creative outreach techniques.
• Deep understanding of key markets, customers and competitors in order to target needs and drive sales.
• Experience utilizing CRM and prospecting / outreach tools.
• Experience managing a pipeline, converting leads and maintaining high win rates.
• Experience selling enterprise accounts, full programs and the ability to be highly strategic in business discussions with clients.
• An entrepreneurial, self-starter who desires to achieve and excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Ability to be flexible, creative and highly collaborative.
• Clear communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Minimal travel is required (1-2 trade shows per quarter)

Salary Information:

$100,000+ uncapped commission *base compensation may vary based on location

About Skyline:

A leader in the trade show industry, Skyline Exhibits has offered high-quality and innovative exhibiting solutions for 45 years. Working with brands of all sizes, Skyline Exhibits partners with marketers to create brand-elevating trade show experiences through the design and manufacturing of custom and custom modular exhibits and offers a full range of services including digital activations, high-impact graphics, custom fabrication, and asset management. With a strong focus on excellence, Skyline employs over 400 people in marketing and sales, skilled production, exhibit design, warehousing, and client services.