Business Development Coordinator - Lansing Economic Development Corporation

Business Development Coordinator - Lansing Economic Development Corporation

By Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)

6/5/2026

Date of Posting: May 19, 2026

Company: Lansing Economic Development Corporation (Lansing EDC)

The Lansing EDC is a nonprofit economic development organization focused exclusively on the city of Lansing, Michigan. We serve as a bridge between the public and private sectors to create a stronger economy and better community. We are a diverse team of skilled and knowledgeable professionals who share a passion for serving Lansing. Our mission is to improve the Lansing community by fostering strategic, sustainable, and equitable economic development.

For more information on the Lansing EDC, staff, and the Board of Directors, visit  .

Compensation: Salaried $65,000 to $80,000, Commensurate with demonstrated skills, professional qualifications, and experience.

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) match program with 6% match; a diverse, dynamic, and flexible environment; generous personal time allowance and holiday leave, paid parking; paid professional development.

Work Location: The work location is primarily in person at the Lansing EDC office in Lansing, Michigan, with limited remote working opportunities.

Reports to
:
Amiee Evans, Director of Economic Development

REQUIRED: Cover Letter, Resume, and Three Professional References.

The Business Development Coordinator plays a central role in advancing the organization’s efforts to drive investment, support business growth, and strengthen Lansing’s economic vitality. This position serves as a key connector between the organization, local businesses, developers, and community partners, helping to ensure that opportunities for growth and development are identified, supported, and successfully executed.

This position supports the attraction, retention, and expansion of businesses across the city of Lansing. They assist in managing project pipelines, conducting market and site research, preparing proposals and presentations, and coordinating communications with prospective and existing clients. The role requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

The Business Development Coordinator also contributes to the organization’s broader strategic efforts by supporting marketing and outreach activities, assisting with events, and helping to tell Lansing’s story as a competitive and opportunity-rich place to invest. They work collaboratively across the organization and with external stakeholders to align efforts, leverage resources, and enhance the overall impact of Lansing EDC’s work.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and a customer-service mindset, along with the ability to build relationships and navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Success in this position requires a strong sense of commitment, a deep understanding of fairness, access, inclusion, and representation, a willingness to learn, and the desire to help people, the community, and businesses in Lansing.

The Business Development Coordinator will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Lead and manage the business retention and expansion program, including direct outreach, site visits, and ongoing relationship management with Lansing-based employers.
• Support business attraction efforts, including responding to prospect inquiries, coordination of site visits, and site selection support.
• Assist with site selection efforts by maintaining property inventories and support identification and positioning of priority development sites.
• Identify business needs, challenges, and expansion opportunities, and connect companies to available resources to support their growth.
• Manage all aspects of economic development programs and incentives administered by the organization, including intake, qualification, analysis, engagement, approvals, tracking, etc.
• Maintain and actively manage a pipeline of projects, ensuring progress, accountability, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Maintain accurate and actionable pipeline data, ensuring timely follow-up…