Business Development Manager

Who We Are

Stork is building the Open Data Market, creating accessible, high-quality data solutions for on-chain developers. Backed by $4M in seed funding from top crypto venture firms, including Lightspeed Faction, Lattice, and Wintermute Ventures, we’re uniquely positioned to redefine the oracle space through our innovative approach. Our team of driven self-starters, primarily based in NYC, is passionate about advancing decentralized data, and we’re looking for a like-minded Business Development Manager to join our Business Development team. 

The Role

Our Business Development team is responsible for driving the company's growth and expansion through the development and execution of partnerships with decentralized applications, blockchain networks/ecosystems, crypto native institutions and more. You will be a key member of the team and will work closely with the company’s leadership team to identify and secure new partnerships, as well as manage and grow relationships with existing partners.

Responsibilities

• Strategically identify, develop, and manage partnerships with decentralized applications, blockchain networks/ecosystems, crypto native institutions, and others.

• Engage with relevant contacts within our target verticals, including founding teams, key decision makers, and others to position the company as a potential partner.

• Research and analyze the best networks and applications that are launching on a monthly basis.

• Keep abreast of major themes, developments, and innovations in blockchain networks to inform business development and corporate strategies

• Represent the company in blockchain network-focused conferences, forums, and events and promote us as a key partner

• Maintain and grow existing relationships to ensure the company’s long-term success

Qualifications

• Self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment; entrepreneurial experience is a plus

• Deep working knowledge of early stage blockchain networks, applications, and use cases with the ability to both perform due diligence and manage a large pipeline

• A willingness to grow and adapt with an exciting company in a high-growth space

• Strong communication skills to be persuasive both verbal and written

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in blockchain or blockchain adjacent industries

• Proven track record of successful deal sourcing and reporting on a pipeline

• Excellent communication (written & verbal) and presentation skills

• No ego - win as a team

• NYC Based