Corporate Engagement Manager

ENVISION UNLIMITED

Position: Corporate Engagement Manager

Department: External Affairs

Reports To: Senior Vice President of Philanthropy

FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

Union Status: Non-Union

POSITION SUMMARY

The Corporate Engagement Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and growing strategic corporate relationships that generate philanthropic revenue, sponsorship support, employee engagement opportunities, volunteer participation, and long-term partnerships for Envision Unlimited.

This position serves as the primary relationship manager for corporate partners and prospects and is responsible for building a sustainable pipeline of corporate supporters that align with Envision Unlimited's mission and growth priorities.

The Corporate Engagement Manager works collaboratively with the Senior Vice President of Philanthropy, Events & Sponsorship Manager, Marketing & Communications Team, and program leadership to create meaningful engagement opportunities that result in increased corporate investment, community visibility, and mission impact.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Partnership Development

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate engagement strategy that supports organizational revenue goals.

• Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate prospects and partners.

• Build relationships with corporate decision-makers including executives, community relations leaders, HR leaders, DEI leaders, foundation representatives, and employee engagement teams.

• Develop customized partnership proposals that align corporate objectives with Envision Unlimited's mission and strategic priorities.

• Create opportunities for multi-year corporate investments.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to advance high-capacity corporate relationships.

Corporate Revenue Generation

• Secure philanthropic support through:

• Corporate Contributions
• Sponsorship Investments
• Workplace Giving Programs
• Employee Giving Campaigns
• Matching Gifts
• Cause Marketing Partnerships
• Foundation Referrals
• Event Sponsorships

• Manage proposal development and partnership negotiations.

• Ensure timely stewardship and reporting to corporate supporters.

• Monitor progress toward revenue goals and pipeline benchmarks.

Corporate Sponsorship Strategy

• Partner with the Events & Sponsorship Manager to develop annual sponsorship strategies and revenue goals.

• Assist in securing event sponsorships for:

• Bright Futures Ball
• Over The Edge
• Summer of Cycling
• Donor Stewardship Events
• Donor Acquisition Events

• Participate in sponsor cultivation and solicitation meetings.

• Support sponsor renewals and multi-event sponsorship opportunities.

Corporate Volunteer Engagement

• Collaborate with the Development & Volunteer Stewardship Senior Coordinator to develop corporate volunteer opportunities.

• Leverage volunteer experiences as a pathway to deeper corporate engagement and investment.

• Create strategies to convert volunteer groups into donors, sponsors, and long-term partners.

• Track volunteer participation and engagement outcomes.

Relationship Management

• Manage a portfolio of corporate partners and prospects.

• Maintain accurate records and engagement plans within Salesforce.

• Develop annual engagement strategies for key corporate relationships.

• Coordinate executive and board engagement with corporate prospects.

• Ensure all follow-up activities are completed in a timely manner.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications to maximize partner recognition and visibility.

• Partner with program leadership to identify meaningful engagement opportunities.

• Work closely with the Events & Sponsorship Manager to ensure sponsor benefits are delivered effectively.

• Coordinate with Finance on pledge tracking and revenue reporting.

Salary Range - $75,000 - $85,000

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, or related field required.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate fundraising, business development, sales, sponsorships, account management, or nonprofit development.
• Demonstrated success securing and managing corporate partnerships.
• Experience managing revenue goals and relationship portfolios.

Preferred Experience

• CRM
• Corporate philanthropy programs
• Sponsorship sales
• Cause marketing partnerships
• Volunteer engagement initiatives

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong business development and sales mindset.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills.
• Exceptional presentation and proposal development abilities.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience utilizing CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary

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