“OEDC as the Economic Development Resource for Oklahoma, is an organization of economic development practitioners and advocates promoting a competitive business climate through legislative initiatives, coalition building and professional development.”

Organization Name: 
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber
Automatic Close Date: 
Fri, 02/03/2012 (All day) - Wed, 02/29/2012 (All day)

Manager is responsible for working with existing Oklahoma City companies to create a business environment conducive to growth and expansion in our region, and also spend a portion of their time engaging growing the Bioscience sector.

Successful candidate will:

  • Have a degree in business, marketing or a related field. Economic development experience preferred.
  • Have knowledge of and ability to access programs and resources to assist companies.
  • Identify solutions and develop partnerships to address what companies need to flourish.
  • Identify and assist to resolve issues inhibiting growth of existing industries.
  • Direct implementation of professional & technical service sector business outreach programs, with a focus on Bioscience.
  • Must be comfortable with fundraising for major Bioscience activities and events.
  • Make speeches and professional presentation; and will be the lead advocate for Biosciences in Oklahoma City.
  • Must have expertise with databases and software related to client tracking.
  • Promote and market Oklahoma City through trade shows, conventions and prospect visitations.
  • Must be extremely comfortable with cold calls to senior management of companies.
  • Must be self-motivated and a strong team member; and have the ability to travel independently.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and salary history to Karen Springer. No phone calls, please.