We’re a fast-growing Inc. 500 company launching an exclusive travel booking division, leveraging our large existing client base while expanding into new markets. We’re seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead our go-to-market strategy, establish high-value partnerships, and drive early-stage revenue. This is a rare opportunity to build a business from the ground up within a high-growth, fully funded organization.
As the senior leader in this division, you will play a critical role in launching, growing, and shaping the identity of this premium travel product. This role combines strategic leadership, sales execution, and brand development. Ideal for a sales-oriented leader who thrives in fast-moving, entrepreneurial environments.
- Design and execute the go-to-market plan for a new high-end travel membership product.
- Build and lead a high-performing business development team to drive sales.
- Develop and close strategic partnerships that enhance the member experience and brand visibility.
- Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations to refine the offering based on market feedback.
- Represent the brand in early sales efforts, customer discovery calls, and pitch presentations.
- Establish sales targets and performance metrics and implement tracking/reporting systems.
- Build infrastructure to scale, including processes, tools, and hiring plans.
- Act as a thought partner to company leadership in shaping overall division strategy.
- 5–10 years of experience in business development, sales leadership, or startup/entrepreneurial ventures. PREFERABLY THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY
- Proven track record of building or scaling a business, department, or product from the ground up.
- Strong outbound sales skills, with the ability to engage customers via phone and digital platforms.
- Comfortable using and walking clients through web-based tools and digital platforms.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and solutions-oriented with the ability to work independently.
- Experience with CRM platforms and data tracking.
- Familiarity with building subscription, membership, or recurring revenue models.
- Experience building brand communities or leading a client-facing experience business.
- Success working in fast-moving startup environments.
Why Join Us?
Compensation includes a very generous base salary of $200K plus incentives.
- Be part of launching a new division within a well-capitalized and recognized Inc. 500 company.
- Shape the direction of an emerging brand.
- Work closely with visionary leadership in a creative, ambitious, and supportive environment.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
