Director of Market Engagement

Greenleaf Advisors and Greenleaf Communities are seeking talented professionals to serve customers and advance our mission.

About Greenleaf Advisors

Greenleaf Advisors is a dynamic, mission-driven sustainability advisory firm dedicated to bridging enterprises for a healthy and sustainable world. We work at the intersection of capital, business, science, and policy to sustain climate, land, water, energy, and material resources. Our array of strategic, marketing, financial, administrative, and operating services have helped innovative sustainability solutions providers grow and scale their impact. We have assisted in the growth of multiple enterprises from concept-prototype to commercialization.

Founded on the principle that economic and social prosperity depend on the sustainable use of natural resources, we operate as an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and highly networked organization. Our experienced team and partners serve corporations, institutions, governments, and investors to sustainably advance their operations, market, and financial goals.

About Greenleaf Communities

Greenleaf Communities is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to advance a healthy and sustainable world by recruiting and organizing multi-disciplinary teams of researchers, policymakers and practitioners.

We design and support sound scientific research led by experts in order to provide sustainable solutions concerning the health and well-being of society; focused on climate, natural resources, agriculture, and urban development.

Learn more at www.greenleafadvisors.net and www.greenleafcommunities.org

Current Opportunity

We are currently seeking mission driven candidates for the following position:

Location: Remote with periodic in-person meetings and expectation of increased hybrid collaboration over time; Chicago region preferred Type: Full-Time (Greenleaf Advisors)

Role Overview: Build pipeline and close deals with end-market customers for Greenleaf’s sustainable solution clients. Drive commercial adoption of energy, materials, and climate innovations connecting industrial, commercial, institutional, and government customers with proven technologies and capital, if needed to fund their projects. Assist with strategic advisory services to clients. Clients include: Intelligent Generation, Solarge, Earth Knowledge, and Illinois Soy Innovation Center.

Direct report to John Andersen, Founder and President

Key Responsibilities:

Build pipelines, close deals, and accelerate market penetration that delivers measurable impact for clients and customers alike.
Accountable for revenue growth and commercial outcomes.
Identify, cultivate, and secure new client and partner relationships across priority sectors.
Provide strategic advisory services to Greenleaf clients and collaborate for program/project execution.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, customers, and collaborators.
Execute marketing and outreach to build awareness and generate opportunities.
Promote Greenleaf and partners through workshops, conferences, webinars, and media.

Qualifications:

Graduate degree or comparable experience in business, sustainability, or related fields
5–10 years in client service, relationship development, revenue generation, project management
Mission-driven with expertise in at least one sustainability sector where Greenleaf works (energy, water, land, materials, climate)
Proven track record of originating and executing commercial relationships
Excellent communication translating complexity into compelling value propositions
Entrepreneurial mindset with passion for environmental sustainability
Home office in the Chicago region strongly preferred; with travel, as needed

Why Join Greenleaf?

Mission-Driven Work: Address environmental challenges with sustainable solutions that serve enterprises and society working across multi-disciplinary teams of experts.
Entrepreneurial Environment: Build and scale solutions within a collaborative, innovative and networked organization.
Impact: Achieve measurable impact protecting natural resources to benefit humanity.
Growth: Opportunity to personally develop through work with experts in many fields while engaging multiple sectors of society.
Team: Our staff, clients, partners and board bring deep experience and commitment to sustainability and service to advance a healthy and sustainable world.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive based on experience, plus performance bonus tied to commercial outcomes and client growth. Comprehensive health insurance and professional development.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to administration@greenleafadvisors.net

In your cover letter, please:

Describe why you’re drawn to Greenleaf’s mission and how your experience aligns
Include how you heard about the position and if you were referred by someone

Greenleaf Advisors is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to bridge complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for our clients and the planet.