THE VIRGINIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
Richmond, VA, USA
Director, Life Sciences
Richmond, VA, US
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced industry or economic development professional to manage industry growth as part of the Manufacturing Sector Team with an emphasis on ecosystem-building, sector expertise, and business development within targeted high-growth sectors. Life sciences represents one of the Commonwealth’s largest potential job growth opportunities.
Responsibilities:
Lead Generation
Develop a comprehensive lead generation strategy that utilizes corporate intelligence, research, and data analytics to target corporate prospects for assigned industries
Be knowledgeable about the communities and regions of Virginia to support VEDP’s lead generation strategy specifically through engagement and community visits with local and regional economic development organizations to learn their unique assets and value propositions
Design and execute VEDP’s...