Business Strategist

Job Description: Business Strategist (Events Company)

Job Summary

The Business Strategist will play a key role in shaping and driving the company's mid-to-long-term strategic direction. This role requires a blend of analytical expertise, market foresight, and strong leadership to identify new growth opportunities, maximize profitability, and ensure competitiveness in the global events industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & Execution

• Lead the annual and long-term strategic planning cycle, coordinating input across departments (Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance).

• Analyze global market trends, competitor strategies, and technological disruptions to identify threats and opportunities.

• Develop and model new business concepts, revenue streams, and market entry strategies (e.g., virtual/hybrid events, geographic expansion, niche verticals).

• Translate high-level strategic goals into actionable plans and measurable KPIs for departmental leaders.

• Oversee execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring delivery within budget, on time, and to expected outcomes.

• Implement feedback mechanisms and pivot strategies as required by changing market conditions.

1. Financial & Business Model Optimization

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of event portfolios and business units to identify efficiencies and revenue growth opportunities.

• Build and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, scenario planning, and investment evaluation (M&A, partnerships, capital projects).

• Recommend pricing strategies that balance profitability with market competitiveness.

• Explore innovative business models to leverage existing assets and experience in new, profitable ways.

1. Market Intelligence & Risk Mitigation

• Establish a competitive intelligence framework to track industry trends and rival activities.

• Conduct PESTEL analyses on target markets to proactively manage risks.

• Recommend countermeasures for regulatory, geopolitical, and economic risks.

• Deliver clear, data-driven strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the Board.

1. Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

• Act as the central coordinator for strategic projects, aligning department activities with corporate goals.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and forward-thinking across the organization.

• Develop clear communication materials for strategy updates to staff, investors, and partners.

• Mentor teams on strategic planning methodologies and critical thinking.

Key Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or similar high-level role.

• Experience within the international events, media, or related B2B/B2C services industries is advantageous.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Analytical Excellence: Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.

• Financial Acumen: Strong proficiency in modeling, valuation, and performance metrics (ROI, IRR, etc.).

• Strategic Vision: Proven ability to anticipate future market needs and competitive shifts.

• Communication: Strong presentation and influencing skills at C-level and Board level.

• Global Mindset: Experience operating across international markets and navigating cultural and regulatory differences.

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