Conference Business Development Manager

Conference Business Development Manager The role will focus on acquiring clients who require professional conference planning, management and execution services. Key responsibilities should include: • Identify and approach companies, government entities, associations and organisations interested in organising conferences. • Generate new business leads for client-based conference management services. • Pitch the company's conference planning and management capabilities to prospective clients. • Understand client requirements, event objectives, budgets and expectations. • Prepare business proposals, quotations and commercial presentations. • Secure contracts with clients looking to outsource their conference organisation. • Build long-term relationships with corporate clients and decision-makers. • Negotiate pricing and close business deals. • Maintain a strong sales pipeline and achieve monthly and annual revenue targets. • Coordinate with the internal conference and operations teams during the client handover. Requirements & Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field. • 3–5 years of experience in conference sales, event sales, or exhibition business development. • Proven track record of generating leads and closing B2B sales.