Nonprofit Event Sales and Promotions Associate at LMI Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LA

We’re Linking Minds and we do sales and marketing - but not just for anyone. We team up with charities and fundraising institutions to help them reach more people, raise more support, and tell their stories better.

We like to think of ourselves as matchmakers between generous hearts and worthy causes. Our vibe? Positive, purpose-driven, and a little bit competitive (we love smashing goals). If you’re excited by the idea of helping charities grow while you grow your own skills and career, let’s talk.

As our next Nonprofit Event Sales and Promotions Associate, you’ll help plan, promote, and energize on-the-ground campaigns that make fundraising both fun and impactful. Love a fast-paced atmosphere that values teamwork and collaboration? Be part of Linking Minds and let’s champion causes that matter - together!

• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development in sales, marketing, and non-profit engagement.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement within a growing and impactful organization.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment that values innovation and individual contributions.
• The profound satisfaction of directly contributing to meaningful charitable causes.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses for exceeding fundraising targets.

• Implement engaging promotional sales strategies for fundraising events, ensuring maximum reach and impact within target communities to drive donations
• Actively interact with the public at events, clearly articulating the mission and impact of supported charities to generate enthusiasm and donations
• Drive donations and support through persuasive communication and effective sales techniques, meeting and exceeding fundraising targets for various campaigns
• Work closely with fellow Nonprofit Event Sales and Promotions Associates, along with the marketing and sales teams to ensure cohesive campaign messaging and seamless event delivery, fostering a collaborative work environment
• Gather attendee information and feedback at events, contributing to post-event analysis and reporting to identify areas for improvement and success
• Represent our partnered charities with professionalism and passion, embodying the positive and purpose-driven values of the organization
• Potentially assist in recruiting, training, and managing event volunteers, ensuring they are well-informed and effectively contributing to the success of each event

• Proven experience in sales, promotions, or customer service, ideally within a fast-paced or event-driven environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine passion for supporting charitable causes
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong collaboration skills
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and willingness to learn new tools
• A competitive spirit with a drive to achieve and exceed fundraising goals

Turn your passion into pay! This role rewards your drive with commission for every donation you secure — the more you raise, the more you earn. The salary range shown reflects what our fundraisers typically earn when hitting average campaign goals.