Director, Bold Ventures

Title: Director, Bold Ventures

Location: Remote
Status: Independent Contractor
Salary: $50,000-75,000 (with commission, potential annual salary of $150,000+)
Reports to: Jessyca Dudley, Founder + CEO
Desired start date: Q1 2025

About Bold Ventures
Bold Ventures is a strategic advisory firm that supports individuals, families, foundations, and donor communities who are committed to eliminating disparities through relationship, repair, and the redistribution of wealth. Our work to disrupt traditional philanthropy, and to support impactful leaders in advancing racial equity, was born out of our direct experiences and interaction with philanthropy, and a desire to see this sector work differently.

We recognize that lasting, meaningful change requires a deep understanding of complex dynamics that drive inequities, and we are committed to the exchange of ideas and experiences that deepen our understanding and support the development of a more just and equitable world. We design and facilitate opportunities to learn and reflect together, surface bold ideas, and co-create impactful outcomes. Our partnerships are various and include Arnold Ventures, Chicago Foundation for Women, Democracy Fun, Patagonia, and the Pritzker Traubert Foundation, among others. Learn more at alltogetherbold.com

About the Director Role

The Director is a new leadership role for our organization, and will join the team at an important time in our 3-year history. As more individuals and families continue to decide how best to distribute new or generational wealth, Bold Ventures aims to continue to be a critical thought partner in their decision making. To continue to support new individuals and families who want our experience and support, we seek an entrepreneurial philanthropic advisor who has a track record of securing and building trusting relationships within these circles and an interest in helping build our influence and impact in this critical and burgeoning area of wealth management.

The Director will focus on networking for new business and referrals via their contacts along with leads sourced by the CEO, and providing start to finish strategy and support for client engagements. This leader will also help assist with our external efforts to share content and lessons learned from our experiences leading this meaningful work. The Director will have full access to the Bold Ventures team for camaraderie, collaboration and thought partnership and participate in all team building activities, including our annual team retreat.  They will also have access to a full suite of resources, such as administrative support, backend software and tech support, along with branded templates, processes and frameworks that can be used to support new partnership engagements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented philanthropic advisor and strategist who is passionate about our mission and energized by securing and leading new partnerships.  The Director will represent Bold Ventures externally, so a values-aligned leader who can skillfully represent the organization to potential partners and the broader public is a must.

Responsibilities
Business Development + Referrals (50%)

• Secure $500,000+ annually in new partnerships that center reparations, disparity elimination and/or wealth redistribution. Bold Venture projects are large-scale in funding and scope, and span multiple (6-8) months 
• Continuous networking in arenas that will grow and diversify Bold Venture’s networks, referrals and partnerships
• Develop deep understanding of our approach and philanthropy model; use this knowledge to inspire and motivate new partnership opportunities
• Keep track of all networking opportunities, conversations and next steps for partner engagements in Salesforce for institutional record keeping

Partnership Support (40%)

• Lead and manage multiple partnerships simultaneously from beginning to end; respond to clients’ needs and pivot as necessary to ensure successful completion and strong deliverables
• Support the CEO in the renewal and management of repeat partnerships; 70% of Bold Venture partnerships are renewal clients
• Ensure high client satisfaction, retention and renewal levels – three areas of strength for Bold Ventures

Thought Leadership (10%)

• Provide content and ideas for Bold Ventures’ thought leadership, including our Medium page, articles, presentations and conference attendance 
• Generate and share new ideas and strategies gleaned from work in the field; stay abreast of new developments, leaders and organizations
• Source and suggest new communities, conferences, events, membership organizations or networks where Bold Ventures should have a presence
• Serve as an internal thought leader and partner; help innovate and advance our work

Requirements

Skills + Experiences

• Passion for and a belief in Bold Venture’s mission and point of view is a must
• Proven track record of securing new business, building strong relationships and partnerships, and meeting or exceeding performance goals
• At least five years of professional experience, preferably in environments with a focus on sales, business development, and owning relationships
• Success managing multiple projects from start to finish with key deliverables and outcomes 
• Ability to leverage an established network of individuals and families for partnerships and referrals; having a diverse, multigenerational network is a plus, as are corporate contacts
• Knowledge of reparations and wealth distribution best practices and strategies is a plus, but not required; however, a desire to learn and a willingness to genuinely endorse these pillars of our work is a must
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and identify the best course of action across all work streams
• Experience serving as a trusted advisor and external representative to partners and broader audiences 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills across various mediums, including the ability to have difficult conversations yet still inspire and motivate others to partnership
• Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to move work forward or pivot with limited or incomplete information
• A customer service orientation that holds/centers both client satisfaction and team capacity

Salary + Commission

The Director is an independent contractor, with a base salary of $50,000 - $75,000 and the potential to earn $150,000+ based on meeting annual financial targets. The Director will also have quarterly and annual performance targets based on client engagement metrics (e.g., client satisfaction, retention and repeat business).  The Director will receive a $2,000 professional development stipend that can be used for growth opportunities of their choosing.

Work Environment + Travel

Bold Ventures has a 4-day work week and this remote role can be done from anywhere in the U.S.  If based in Chicago, there is a Chicago office located in Ravenswood available to anyone on the team. Please note, Bold Ventures closes the entire month of August, last week of December, and first week of January. The Director will travel 25% for partner meetings and attendance at our annual retreat.

To Apply

A cover letter is not required to apply for this role. Instead, all candidates will provide a resume and written answers to application questions. Your responses will be shared with the hiring manager as well as the hiring committee for this search, so please put forth your best effort. Up to 3 paragraphs maximum per response, please.

Bold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that provides a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.