Director of Business Strategy

Director of Business Strategy

Description

ArtVersion is a Chicago-based creative agency where strategy and design come together to solve complex business challenges. We work with organizations ranging from emerging startups to Fortune 500 leaders, helping them strengthen their brand and create digital experiences that move people to action.

To accelerate our next stage of growth, we’re seeking a Director of Business Strategy to drive revenue initiatives, implement automation, and build long-term client partnerships.

This is a hands-on leadership role that blends business development, growth operations, and client strategy. You’ll be responsible for shaping opportunities, deploying automation tools to scale outreach, and working with leadership to ensure business development efforts translate into measurable growth.

Responsibilities

At ArtVersion, design is strategy. This role gives you the opportunity to directly impact how we grow as a firm and how we help clients achieve their business goals. You’ll work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values initiative, innovation, and measurable outcomes.

• Define and execute growth strategies that align with company objectives and long-term vision.
• Build and manage a predictable pipeline of opportunities using CRM systems, automation, and analytics tools.
• Develop and nurture strong client relationships at the enterprise and mid-market level, with a focus on long-term partnerships.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure alignment between business strategy, service delivery, and measurable client outcomes.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity to refine growth initiatives and strengthen positioning.
• Collaborate closely with design, marketing, and development teams to ensure client needs are fully understood and solutions are delivered with excellence.
• Lead business development initiatives end-to-end — from prospecting to closing — ensuring accountability and measurable impact.
• Support organizational growth by helping recruit, mentor, and lead future business development and strategy team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). MBA or advanced degree a plus.
• 6–8+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or revenue operations.
• Strong track record of securing and growing client relationships.
• Experience with AI, automation platforms, CRM systems, and analytics tools.
• Strategic thinker with operational execution skills.
• Highly self-driven, with strong communication and leadership presence.

Job Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance: Comprehensive medical plan.

• Vision Insurance: Additional coverage for eye care.

• Paid Holidays: Generous holiday schedule allowing you to enjoy significant days off throughout the year.

• Sick Leave: Paid sick leave to ensure you can rest and recover without financial worry.

• Paid Vacation: Generous vacation time to help you relax and recharge.

• Maternity and Paternity Bonus: Additional financial support for new parents.

• Career Development and Advancements: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.

• Borrow Time Off: Option to take advance leave against time not yet accrued, offering flexibility in personal and emergency situations.

• Performance Bonus

Contacts

Please call us at (847) 279-8999 extension 4, for any questions in regards to employment opportunities or if you need unique accommodation for a disability.