Marketing Professional

Marketing & Networking Professional

We are seeking a dynamic, well-connected Marketing & Networking Professional with strong ties to the Sarasota-Manatee business community. The ideal candidate will leverage their existing relationships to enhance our brand visibility, foster partnerships, and generate new business opportunities through strategic networking and local engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with local professional and trade associations, including CAI, BOMA, IREM, IFMA, CREW, NARPM, various Chambers and other organizations as mutually determined by the marketing team.
• Represent the company at local networking events, trade shows, and community functions.
• Identify and cultivate new partnership and referral opportunities.
• Work closely with the outside sales team to provide sales leads and support the company's sales program.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop marketing strategies tailored to the Sarasota-Manatee region.
• Assist with content development for social media and local marketing campaigns.
• Track networking activities and provide regular reports on engagement and results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in marketing, business development, or networking within the Sarasota-Manatee area.
• Established professional connections with one or more of the associations listed above.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, outgoing, and comfortable representing a brand in public.
• Strong understanding of local market dynamics and community culture.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Preferred Experience

• Background in restoration, construction, property management, or related industries.
• Experience coordinating local marketing campaigns or community outreach efforts.

Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate or retainer, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible schedule with potential for growth and increased hours based on performance and business needs.