Business Growth & Events Manager — Hybrid/Remote

U.S. Naval Institute; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Parental leave

Health and vision coverage

403(b) with company match

Flexible schedule

Two remote work days per week

Generous PTO

Job summary

The U.S. Naval Institute's Jack C.

Taylor Conference Center seeks a proactive Business Development & Events Manager to drive bookings, cultivate relationships, and deliver superior event experiences that strengthen the Center's reputation with nonprofits, government agencies, and industry partners. In a small, high-performing team, you will balance 70% new business development with 30% on-site event execution, coordinate logistics, and ensure exceptional client service under tight timelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of business development experience.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and cultivate new business opportunities to increase bookings.
• Build relationships with prospective clients, nonprofits, corporations, government agencies, and industry.
• Represent the Center at events to increase visibility and generate leads.
• Conduct facility tours and manage a healthy sales pipeline with outreach and follow-ups.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events and ensure professional execution.
• Provide on-site management and post-event follow-up to foster referrals.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Client engagement

Sales pipeline

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Event management software

Job description

The U.S. Naval Institute's Jack C.

Taylor Conference Center seeks a proactive Business Development & Events Manager to drive bookings, cultivate relationships, and deliver superior event experiences that strengthen the Center's reputation with nonprofits, government agencies, and industry partners. In a small, high-performing team, you will balance 70% new business development with 30% on-site event execution, coordinate logistics, and ensure exceptional client service under tight timelines