Director, Business Development - KCADC

Position Title: Director, Business Development
Reports To: SVP, Corporate Attraction
FLSA Status: Exempt 

Position Summary
This is a key role within the KC Area Development Council (KCADC) responsible for working closely with business prospects, site selectors, and community partners. With minimal supervision, the individual will manage a significant portfolio of office, technology, and data center recruitment projects from initial engagement through completion. Success requires strong organizational skills, detail-oriented execution, and clear communication. Based on qualifications and experience, this role may be considered at a Vice President level.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day follow-up in all aspects of business recruitment and project management.
• Focus on sectors including headquarters, shared services, digital health, cybersecurity, defense, and data center operations.
• Build meaningful relationships with community and state economic development organizations, utilities, and commercial real estate professionals.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with KCADC corporate investor partners.
• Stay informed about new programs and trends shaping economic development at local, state, and national levels.
• Travel as required to pursue active projects, attend industry conferences, and develop relationships with site location consultants in other markets.
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Take ownership of select KCADC campaigns to advance team goals.

Support and Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist in developing corporate and divisional goals relating to business development.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly reports for the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and the Economic Development Alliance.
• Identify methods to stay within budget while maintaining high standards for project recruitment.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• A Bachelor's degree is required, along with at least 2 years of experience in economic development or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in business attraction, sales, or project management from concept through execution.
• Proven experience leading a core initiative or program showing ownership and follow-through.
• Strong existing relationships within the site selection community that are positive and well-established.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to represent the organization professionally.
• Demonstrated creative thinking and problem-solving abilities paired with sound judgment.High motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong collaboration skills with a track record of leveraging team strengths to achieve shared goals.
• Interpersonal skills that foster respectful and professional relationships with staff and partners.

Compensation
The salary range is $ 80,000 to $ 110,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Competitive benefits are included. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and significant leadership experience may be considered at a Vice President level.

Revised: December 2025