Regional Business Development Director - North Louisiana

New Orleans Pelicans; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with employer contributions

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Job summary

The New Orleans Pelicans seek a seasoned Regional Director of Business Development to cultivate high‑level partnerships across North Louisiana. You will translate regional opportunities into measurable results by engaging executives, economic development agencies, and industry leaders within the portfolio’s teams.

Based in North Louisiana, you will build trust, manage a regional pipeline, and coordinate with dedicated business-line specialists to move opportunities from initial conversation

Qualifications

• Established network in the North Louisiana region and ability to engage senior decision-makers.
• 10+ years in economic development, executive-level business development, commercial banking, or related field.
• Strong financial literacy to assess commercial potential and opportunities across industries.
• Ability to listen, ask insightful questions, and move opportunities forward.
• Independent, proactive approach to developing opportunities and managing competing priorities.
• Ability to work with executives and specialists across a diverse portfolio.
• Judgment to handle confidential information and conflicts, and maintain professional standards.
• Willingness to learn the priorities and offerings of each business; prior sports experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain relationships with business owners and executives within the region.
• Track regional activity, expansions, and contractor activity to identify opportunities and timing.
• Assess prospect needs and determine strategic fit and commercial potential.
• Coordinate introductions and ensure continuity across business teams.
• Partner with leadership to identify target relationships and growth opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts and pipeline progress.
• Report progress and measurable results to leadership.

Skills

Regional network

Relationship management

Executive communication

Strategic planning

Business development

Job description

The New Orleans Pelicans seek a seasoned Regional Director of Business Development to cultivate high‑level partnerships across North Louisiana. You will translate regional opportunities into measurable results by engaging executives, economic development agencies, and industry leaders within the portfolio’s teams.

Based in North Louisiana, you will build trust, manage a regional pipeline, and coordinate with dedicated business-line specialists to move opportunities from initial conversation