Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Astound is a global experiential powerhouse with three core verticals:
Brand Experiences, Sports Experiences, and Immersive Entertainment. From trade shows and large-scale events to experience centers and IP-driven attractions, we create programs that combine creative excellence, operational discipline, and ROI-focused outcomes.

With over 200 employees, a 350,000 sq. ft. production facility, and execution in more than 40 countries, Astound is defining what the modern experiential partner looks like. Now, in our 25th year, we are expanding into a growth engine for our clients—powered by AI, integrated creative, and next-gen content strategy—and for the business itself, driving both revenue and enterprise value.

We are currently on the lookout for talented Business Development Executives to help generate new leads for our team, assist with closing deals, and support opportunities that lie within existing accounts. The Business Development Executive reports to the VP of Business Development.

• Responsible for the development of new accounts and/or generating new business from existing accounts.
• Collaborate with Line of Business Leaders and Cross-functional support teams on executing sales strategy, goals, and forecasting.
• Manage all aspects of our new sales and relationship development process, demonstrating the ability to develop a deal framework for all opportunities that will increase the likelihood of the deal successfully closing, from identification, discovery, nurture, opportunity origination, proposal writing, negotiation, closing, and relationship expansion.
• Be a significant contributor to Astound's new business targets, accurately and effectively identifying/managing new market opportunities/leads, and manage pipeline in order to prioritize business opportunities and internal resources.
• Develop short-term and long-term retention and growth strategies for clients and deliver on those strategies to continually build a strong business pipeline.
• Build business relationships with current and potential clients via face-to-face meetings, targeted trade shows, functions, networking events, etc., phone work, and virtual (e.g., chat, email, video conferencing, etc.) to close sales.
• Arrange meetings for senior management with prospective clients.
• Effectively deliver the Astound company story and value proposition, becoming an expert on Astound's capabilities, service offerings, and lines of business.
• Assist with other sales activities/initiatives as instructed by your VP, Director, and Client Service partners.
• Generate accurate forecast and sales activity reports in Salesforce for sales and executive leadership.
• Inspire your team and influence them to perform at their best each and every day; this will ultimately determine the success of the sales organization.
• Take an active role in mentoring junior sales team members to ensure they are being developed and progressing in their careers.
• Maintain a positive mindset, encourage teamwork, and act as an impeccable brand ambassador for Astound.
• Willingness to travel within North America and overseas.

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university preferred. High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience is required.
• Outbound sales experience as an asset (minimum 3 years), with experience of successful quota-carrying.
• Experience with lead generation and prospect management.
• Has proven the ability to successfully manage their own book of accounts in the profitable production of revenue opportunities totaling approximately $2 million or more.
• Knowledge of sales systems is required (Salesforce).
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Software applications including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills are required.
• An enthusiastic learner with superior creative, problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Has demonstrated consistent above-average performance evaluations in previous roles.
• Ability to work in an environment characterized by constant change and tight deadlines.
• Strong team player with…