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US Global Business Council - JABC

Sponsorship & Strategic Partnerships Lead

US Global Business Council - JABC, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Overview Sponsorship & Strategic Partnerships Lead – Volunteer role for UGBC (US Global Business Council) supporting sponsor engagement for the US Global Innovation & Trade Expo 2026. The expo is a diplomacy-driven platform to advance cross-border trade, institutional investment, and public-private collaboration between the United States and global markets, with a focus on the MENA region.

Role Purpose As part of Expo 2026 preparations, UGBC is appointing Volunteer Sponsorship & Partnerships Leads to support structured sponsor engagement across the Council's official strategic sectors.

Strategic Sectors

Finance & Investment

Automotive

Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Services

Energy, Environment & Sustainability

Manufacturing & Industrial Advancement

Education & Research

Agriculture & Food Security

Tourism & Hospitality

Transportation & Logistics

Construction & Smart Building

Arts & Culture

Sponsors include multinational corporations, institutional investors, chambers, development banks, universities, and government-aligned entities.

Role Scope Role: Sponsorship & Partner Relations Lead

Key Responsibilities

Identify and qualify institutionally aligned sponsor prospects (U.S. & international)

Conduct professional outreach on behalf of UGBC and Expo 2026

Present sponsorship frameworks clearly and credibly (no hard selling)

Support alignment between sponsor objectives and UGBC's diplomatic mission

Branding & visibility

Speaking or forum inclusion (where approved)

Maintain accurate sponsor pipeline tracking and reporting

Support sponsor onboarding and Expo-week coordination

Targeted outreach: 8–12 qualified institutions per week

Engagement rate: 25–30% response from vetted prospects

Confirmed outcomes: Sponsorship commitments or formal partnership discussions progressed to closing stage

Compliance: 100% adherence to UGBC governance, branding, and reporting standards

Incentive Structure (Performance-Based) Once minimum KPIs are met and approvals granted:

Percentage-based incentive tied to sponsorships personally originated and closed

Structured under UGBC compliance policy and non-profit governance standards

Written authorization only (no informal arrangements)

Recognition within an internationally governed, diplomacy-driven institution

Ministries, embassies, and trade missions

Institutional investors and multinational executives

Priority consideration for future paid or retained roles

Regional or sector leadership positions

Candidate Fit This role is best suited for professionals seeking measured authority, institutional trust, and long-term positioning—not short-term volunteering.

3–6 hours per week

Increased involvement during the final Expo execution phase

How to Express Interest Message us directly with:

Your professional background

Sector or regional experience

U.S. or international market focus

Job Details and Related Roles

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: [as applicable]

Job function: Business Development and Sales

Industries: International Trade and Development

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