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The Chamber of Southern Arizona is seeking a results-driven, relationship-focused Investor Recruitment Specialist to generate revenue through strategic outreach and consultative sales. If you thrive on building relationships, exceeding goals, and selling the value of Chamber investment to new businesses we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to strengthen Southern Arizona’s business community.

To apply please send letter of intent and resume to cgilchrist@thechambersoaz.com

Position Summary

• The Investor Recruitment Specialist is responsible for generating revenue through the recruitment of new investors for The Chamber of Southern Arizona. This role emphasizes strategic outreach, relationship-building, and consultative sales practices to connect prospective businesses and organizations with the value of The Chamber investment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is results-driven and goal-oriented, and effectively builds long-term relationships through value-based selling.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Drive investor recruitment efforts to meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
• Conduct new investor prospecting through research, cold calls, event follow-ups, member referrals, networking, and leveraging existing relationships.
• Maintain a robust and up-to-date pipeline of qualified prospects; review progress weekly with the VP of Investor Relations.
• Focus primarily on outside sales with frequent in-person prospect meetings.
• Schedule and conduct investor presentations (in-person, virtual, or off-site).
• Effectively articulate The Chamber’s mission, programs, and investor value proposition.
• Utilize a consultative sales approach to align prospective investors’ needs with Chamber offerings.
• Prepare and deliver proposals based solely on the official Chamber benefits outlined in the investment packet.
• Process all applications in a timely manner, ensuring complete and accurate data entry in CRM (GrowthZone) A Chamber based platform.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with all membership and internal information.
• Represent The Chamber professionally at events and networking opportunities, which may include mornings, evenings and weekends as needed.
• Attend Chamber staff meetings, applicable committee and council meetings, and remain informed about Chamber programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to maintain a positive and supportive work environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of proven success in outside sales, business development, and/or investor recruitment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated, energetic, and goal-oriented.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook; comfortable using CRM platforms and technology tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to attend events outside regular business hours.
• Familiarity with the Southern Arizona business community is a plus.
  
  

Are You the Right Fit?

• Positive & Resilient: Approaches challenges with energy and persistence; motivated by goals and results.
• Proactive & Creative: Takes initiative, works independently, and thinks innovatively to identify new opportunities.
• Consultative: Listens actively, asks open-ended questions, understands prospect needs, and tailors a solution to the prospect’s specific situation.
• Organized & Adaptable: Manages multiple tasks efficiently, embraces technology, and adapts quickly to shifting priorities.
• People-Oriented: Builds authentic, effective relationships and communicates with professionalism and diplomacy.
• Community-Minded: Passionate about Southern Arizona, stays informed, and knows how to turn local insights into opportunities.
• Confident Closer: Comfortable asking for the sale and knows how to confidently guide a prospect to a decision.
• Reliable & Professional: Maintains excellent attendance, arrives on time prepared, and follows through on commitments with integrity.
  
  
  

Compensation: Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience), plus uncapped commission and performance bonuses designed to reward your success. Includes a comprehensive and robust benefits package.