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About The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc. The Miami-Dade Beacon Council is the public-private partnership responsible for driving the economy of the Greater Miami region. With a nearly 40-year history, The Beacon Council has brought billions in private investment and thousands of jobs to the region. The Beacon Council recently completed a five-year strategic plan that lays out an ambitious... agenda to drive a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive About The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc.

The Miami-Dade Beacon Council is the public-private partnership responsible for driving the economy of the Greater Miami region. With a nearly 40-year history, The Beacon Council has brought billions in private investment and thousands of jobs to the region. The Beacon Council recently completed a five-year strategic plan that lays out an ambitious... agenda to drive a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive economy. Anchored by business attraction and recruitment efforts, The Beacon Council also has core functions centered on marketing and communications, research, administration, and finance, as well as our future-focused arm, Opportunity Miami. The Beacon Council envisions Greater Miami as an unparalleled global business community where a diverse workforce, innovation, and opportunity intersect to produce a prosperous economy.

POSITION: Vice President of Fund Development

DEPARTMENT: Membership/ Community & Fund Development

REPORTING TO: President & CEO

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Vice President Fund Development plays a critical role in ensuring that The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc. (MDBC) has the resources and finances to carry out the ambitious agenda outlined in the MDBC’s strategic plan. The Vice President/Director of Development will lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive development program and strategy to identify, cultivate, and secure new contributors and retain and grow existing ones. MDBC’s CEO has established a goal of increasing the collective budget of the Beacon Council and Beacon Council Foundation from $5M to $10M by 2028. Core components of the current strategy hinge on increased annual gifts, philanthropic partnerships, sponsorships, and diversified public sources.

The Vice President of Fund Development is a member of the MDBC Leadership Team and is responsible for leading the development team's operations. This role collaborates closely with the President and CEO and across the leadership team to cultivate relationships and diverse funding streams.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive fund development strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives to include asset development and annual work plans.
• Lead the MDBC team and board in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with existing and potential contributors, contributors including corporations, foundations, individuals, and government agencies.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and close contributions ($1 million plus) through new prospects, professional advisors, and nonprofit and community groups encouraging their giving to/through The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, sponsorship packages, and fundraising campaigns to attract financial support.
• Collaborate with the executive team to align fund development efforts with organizational priorities and develop materials to support those efforts.
• Train and support the team to secure gifts and grants and support the leadership team and board to close gifts.
• Work closely with the marketing team on donor relations, donor engagement, and gift processing efforts and services.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising initiatives, tracking progress towards goals and making necessary adjustments.
• Represent The Miami-Dade Beacon Council at events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote awareness and generate support.
• Regularly connect with professional advisors and their firms to ensure MDBC is top of mind for their client’s philanthropic planning.
• Lead promotion and facilitation of all complex gifts, including bequests, planned gifts, real estate, closely held business interests, and private foundation conversions.
• Ensure MDBC has a strong system for maintaining up-to-date and accurate records of contacts with contributors, prospects, and professional advisors.
• Proactively seek opportunities to deliver presentations to boards, agencies, and professional and civic organizations regarding the Foundation giving resources and serve as an external spokesperson for the Foundation.
• Engage in community outreach and maintain positive relationships with Foundation constituents and community and business leaders.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

GENERAL EDUCATION AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAM:
• Fundraising professional, including enthusiasm to make asks and manage donor relationships.
• A problem-solver who is resourceful with sound judgment and strong decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to work as a team player with diverse groups and excellence in managing and developing teams.
• Highly motivated, self-starter with strong organizational skills and ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent time and task management skills.
• Availability to work outside traditional business hours, to travel locally and occasionally regionally and nationally.

Desired Experience
• 7+ years of relevant experience leading fundraising efforts for mission-driven institutions.
• Experience leading a highly effective team toward outstanding results.
• Excellent skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, working with databases and internet research.

Desired Traits
• A sense of humor, creativity, and an appreciation of the role of philanthropy in building community.
• A proven record of closing major gifts and/or sales.
• High level of integrity, professional maturity, and emotional intelligence.
• Politically Savy.

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via LinkedIn posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc. The Miami-Dade Beacon Council is the public-private partnership responsible for driving the economy of the Greater Miami region. With a nearly 40-year history, The Beacon Council has brought billions in private investment and thousands of jobs to the region. The Beacon Council recently completed a five-year strategic plan that lays out an ambitious... agenda to drive a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive About The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Inc.

The Miami-Dade Beacon Council is the public-private partnership responsible for driving the economy of the Greater Miami region. With a nearly 40-year history, The Beacon Council has brought billions in private investment and thousands of jobs to the region. The Beacon Council recently completed a five-year strategic plan that lays out an ambitious... agenda to drive a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive economy. Anchored by business attraction and recruitment efforts, The Beacon Council also has core functions centered on marketing and communications, research, administration, and finance, as well as our future-focused arm, Opportunity Miami. The Beacon Council envisions Greater Miami as an unparalleled global business community where a diverse workforce, innovation, and opportunity intersect to produce a prosperous economy.

POSITION: Chief Business Development Officer

DEPARTMENT: Economic Development

REPORTING TO: President & CEO

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Chief of Business Development Officer at the Miami-Dade Beacon Council is a key figure responsible for driving the organization's strategic and operational goals. Leading the business development team, this role collaborates closely with the CEO to ensure the successful execution of the organization's mission. Acting as a mentor, manager, and motivator, the Chief of Business Development Officer oversees business attraction, retention, and expansion efforts by leveraging real estate, workforce development, incentives, and market insights. This executive plays a vital role in developing sectoral strategies, fostering competitiveness, and nurturing relationships with corporate and government partners. Serving as a bridge between stakeholders, the Chief of Business Development Officer co-leads the CEO Council, directs staff in the management of industry councils, and coordinates economic development initiatives with government stakeholders. The Chief of Business Development Officer will report directly to the President & CEO.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Developing and implementing a robust attraction and retention expansion program to grow quality jobs.
• Building a robust project pipeline and successfully locating job-creating projects.
• Leading initiatives related to economic growth that are essential to strengthen the project pipeline and lead opportunities to strengthen the market’s position in core growth issues vis-à-vis competitor markets (talent, commercial real estate needs, incentives, etc.)
• Directing and conducting research to support economic development activities.
• Developing and tracking economic impact measures that will serve as benchmarks for future economic development strategies, performance management, and annual goal setting.
• Implementing an economic development strategy that includes:

o Work with local, regional, statewide, and national strategic partners, including site selection consultants

and other entities

o Coordinate with applicable county and municipal departments in advancing economic development

and annual budgeting.

o Design and execute outreach to existing businesses in Miami-Dade County.

o Promote Miami-Dade County to prospective businesses through diverse channels including meetings,

conferences and trade shows, and targeted outreach.

o Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting of market real estate activity and available properties which

align with MDBC sector targets for presentation to partners and prospective business clients.

o Develop marketing materials specific to the client's needs promptly and coordinate with marketing support

as applicable.

o Work with the project team to ensure that website materials, research data, and demographics are correct

and support our ability to compete for opportunities.
• Supporting workforce development efforts that support the immediate talent needs of local and regional industries.
• Supporting small business activities that support immediate small business growth needs of the local and regional area.
• Promoting the mission and core values of MDBC in a positive work environment.
• Preparing monthly economic development updates for communication with the CEO, board, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitating the development/implementation of appropriate economic development councils and task forces as needed or directed by the CEO.
• This role guides MDBC Small Business and Workforce Development initiatives.
• This role supervises the Economic Development Team.
• Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EDUCATION AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAM:
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• MBA, other related degrees, or Certified Economic Developer certification (CEcD) are highly desirable.

Desired Experience
• A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in economic development-related organizations.
• Experience managing an experienced business development or sales team
• Knowledge of real estate development is a plus.
• Deep business experience and insight with the ability to provide sophisticated knowledge, strategy support, and assistance to partners, developers, and prospects seeking support on diverse corporate expansion and real estate projects.
• Proven ability to develop relationships with business leaders, locally and nationally.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills – a natural communicator capable of managing relationships with diverse stakeholders (public, government, and business leaders)
• Strong, persuasive communicator with excellent verbal presentation skills
• Leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
• Experience working with tax incentives and other attraction tools
• Proven financial expertise, understanding of creative financing and incentive options
• Experience in corporate relocation decisions
• Candidate must have the ability to travel as needed (15% - 20%).
• Computer and basic software skills (Microsoft Office Suite, CRM Platform, etc.)

Desired Traits
• Dynamic and instinctive leader
• Intellectually curious and driven
• Civic-minded with a commitment to improving the future of Miami-Dade County and the MDBC.
• Ability to drive and motivate others
• Strong capacity for multi-tasking and meeting tight deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to think creatively and work effectively with small teams.

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