KTGY Group, Inc.
Business Development Director
2 days ago
Chicago
Job Description KTGY Founded in 1991, KTGY is a design firm focused on architecture, branding, interiors, and planning specializing in residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use environments. Our firm and our work are guided by a continuous focus on innovation, creativity, collaboration, and a deep responsibility we feel towards enhancing communities and neighborhoods. Our architects, designers, and planners combine big-picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices, and impeccable design standards to create memorable destinations of enduring value. Job Title: Business Development Director Role Overview As the Business Development Director, you will drive client engagement, revenue growth, and industry presence, with a focus on hospitality interior design practice (National) and multifamily architecture studio (Midwest & Tennessee). This highly visible, client-facing role requires 10+ years of experience in business development within the A/E and/or hospitality-related industries. You will lead client outreach, attend key industry conferences, and develop strategic partnerships to expand market influence. This role is ideal for a proactive, results-driven leader with strong client relationships and a passion for driving revenue and business growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you. Key Job Functions • Client Engagement & Business Growth, • Act as the primary client liaison, strengthening relationships and identifying new opportunities., • Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies, presentations, and in-person meetings., • Identify potential strategic partnerships and alliances to enhance service offerings and expand business opportunities., • Maintain an established network of contacts within the hospitality and multifamily industry, including developers, owners, architects, brands, and operators., • Conference & Industry Presence, • Attend key hospitality and real estate industry conferences to ensure a strong firm representation to increase visibility within the industry., • Identify speaking opportunities for studio leaders and share insights to inform business strategies., • Build industry relationships through sponsorships, networking, and professional organizations., • Revenue Strategy & Business Planning, • Define annual revenue goals and lead business development strategies with studio leaders., • Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the hospitality market., • Manage the sales pipeline, updating targets and adjusting efforts for maximum impact., • Strategic Partnerships & Risk Management, • Work with business development, marketing, and PR teams to align messaging and outreach., • Use a Go/No-Go framework to assess opportunities and mitigate risks., • Track and report on sales activity, pipeline development, and business growth. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance and market trends., • Deep understanding of the hospitality design, multifamily development, and branding market, including trends, key players, and emerging opportunities within related market sectors., • Proven ability to generate leads, close deals, and achieve sales targets with strong negotiation skills and an entrepreneurial mindset., • Willingness to travel frequently to meet with clients, attend industry events, and oversee new business opportunities; anticipate travelling to minimum of six national and six regional destinations, • Always demonstrate integrity., • Create an impact visible to all levels within the firm., • Embody the firm’s Mission, Vision, and Commitments and continuously communicate these throughout the firm., • Be a source of KTGY knowledge within the studio, the industry, and to clients., • Represent the firm’s design goals and philosophy in the public realm., • Show initiative by being proactive and taking prompt action to accomplish objectives and resolve situations., • Continuously strive to improve knowledge by keeping updated on industry trends and competitor practices., • Display a positive attitude about the work to be done, staff, co-workers, clients, management, and firm policies., • Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships., • Excellent organizational skills., • Strong oral and written communication skills., • Proven ability to work effectively across different geographies, disciplines, leadership levels, and with a wide range of personalities and working styles., • Proven experience using CRM as a value-added tool., • Advanced proficiency using the following software:, • MS Office, • Minimum 10 years of experience in a business development capacity within the A/E/C industry, preferably for a multi-disciplinary national architecture firm., • Undergraduate degree in a related field. KTGY Perks - We Care About Your Health & Wellbeing Design What Works for You • Flexible healthcare plans that fit your needs, including an HDHP with company contribution to HSA, • Smile bright with company-paid dental and keep your vision sharp with covered eye care, • Jump-start your retirement with our 401k matching program - you're 100% vested from day one, • Level up your career with our professional development programs, • Find your perfect balance with our in-office hybrid work model, • Flexible Alternative Work Week options - design a schedule that works for you, • Your mental health matters: Free unlimited confidential counseling through our EAP, • Stay energized with wellness programs and resources