Greater Muskegon Economic Development · 4 hours ago
Business Development Manager
Muskegon, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expGreater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) drives sustainable economic growth throughout Muskegon County by supporting business attraction, retention, and expansion. The Business Development Manager plays a key role in advancing Muskegon County’s economic vitality by managing business development initiatives and building relationships with local businesses and stakeholders.
Non Profit
Hiring Manager
Trevor Friedeberg, MBA, EDFP
Responsibilities
Build relationships with existing businesses, prospects, and community partners to identify opportunities for growth and expansion
Manage the business development pipeline — research leads, qualify opportunities, coordinate site visits, and support project execution
Serve as a trusted liaison for local businesses, helping navigate incentives, workforce programs, and permitting processes
Convene and coordinate with stakeholders — including municipalities, utilities, workforce agencies, and developers — to move projects forward
Lead the Beyond Boundary series, convening stakeholders at these educational workshops
Prepare concise briefings, presentations, and proposals for internal and external stakeholders
Track and report on business development activity, including leads, visits, and investment/job creation outcomes
Support site readiness efforts, local marketing, and project management tasks as needed
Represent GMED at community and industry events, championing the county’s growth and revitalization story
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant experience in business development, economic development, community engagement, or related fields
Strong communicator and relationship builder with excellent listening skills
Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects with attention to detail
Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset — a natural 'connector.'
Familiarity with company database tools and tracking work
Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally
Preferred
Familiarity with local government, utilities, workforce, or site development processes
Knowledge of business incentive programs or site selection basics
Bachelor's degree in business, economics, public administration, planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
EDFP or CEcD Certifications
Company
Greater Muskegon Economic Development
Greater Muskegon Economic Development is the countywide economic development agency dedicated to supporting local businesses.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Marla Schneider
President / CEO
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