<p>For immediate consideration, please see Tony Bilden contact info on Linked In.</p><p>We are looking for an experienced Corporate Strategy & Development Manager to lead strategic initiatives, drive growth opportunities, and oversee key corporate projects. This role requires a strong background in business development, mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, and investor relations. Based in The Woodlands, Texas, this position offers the chance to shape the future direction of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities to support the company's growth and expansion goals.</p><p>• Lead and manage mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities, including due diligence, negotiations, and integration planning.</p><p>• Develop and execute corporate strategies that align with the company's long-term objectives.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors and stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals.</p><p>• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives effectively.</p><p>• Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to keep the company at the forefront of innovation.</p><p>• Prepare detailed presentations and reports to communicate strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership.</p><p>• Oversee the execution of special projects and initiatives critical to the organization's success.</p>
We are looking for an experienced and visionary VP of Marketing and Communications to lead strategic initiatives for a dynamic service-oriented organization in Pasadena, Texas. This role demands a hands-on leader capable of architecting a comprehensive B2B marketing strategy, driving demand generation, and ensuring alignment across all marketing functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, guiding teams and external partners to deliver measurable results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement a robust B2B marketing strategy tailored to a technical audience with extended sales cycles.<br>• Design and oversee a scalable demand generation framework to create a consistent pipeline of sales opportunities.<br>• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to ensure alignment with organizational goals and optimize marketing budgets.<br>• Conduct in-depth market research to understand buyers, competitors, and industry trends, applying insights to strengthen positioning and go-to-market strategies.<br>• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to transform technical features into compelling value propositions and customer-centric messaging.<br>• Lead the creation of high-impact technical content such as white papers, case studies, webinars, and articles to position the company as a thought leader.<br>• Equip the sales team with exceptional collateral, presentations, and competitive intelligence to support complex deal negotiations.<br>• Build and lead a high-performing marketing team, recruiting and mentoring talented professionals to meet business needs.<br>• Manage relationships with external agencies and partners, ensuring accountability and delivery of quality results.<br>• Partner with leadership to develop internal communication initiatives that engage employees and align them with organizational goals.
<p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to build an entire marketing and communications function from the ground up. Reporting directly to executive leadership, you’ll work closely with Sales and Engineering teams to establish the strategic foundation for brand growth, demand generation, and market positioning. You’ll have full autonomy to decide the best structure—building an internal team, leveraging agencies, or creating a hybrid model. A key part of this role will be transforming internal expertise into powerful, market-facing storytelling that drives engagement and credibility.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Strategy & Demand Generation</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Develop & Execute:</strong> Design and implement a comprehensive B2B marketing strategy tailored for a technical audience with complex, long sales cycles.</li><li><strong>Build the Engine:</strong> Establish a scalable demand generation function that delivers predictable, qualified pipeline growth.</li><li><strong>Align & Measure:</strong> Define and manage all marketing KPIs, including MQL-to-SQL conversion, pipeline velocity, and customer acquisition cost, while optimizing the marketing budget for maximum ROI.</li><li><strong>Market Intelligence:</strong> Serve as the expert on buyers, competitors, and industry trends—translating insights into actionable strategy and positioning.</li></ul><p><strong>Product & Content Marketing</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Simplify Complexity:</strong> Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate technical features into clear, compelling business value.</li><li><strong>Fuel Thought Leadership:</strong> Oversee the creation of high-impact content—white papers, webinars, case studies, and technical articles—that reinforce the organization’s reputation as an industry leader.</li><li><strong>Empower Sales:</strong> Deliver world-class collateral, presentations, and competitive insights to enable success in complex enterprise deals.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Team Development</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Own the Function:</strong> Serve as the central leader for all marketing and communication initiatives.</li><li><strong>Build & Mentor:</strong> Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team while managing agency and vendor relationships to ensure results and accountability.</li><li><strong>Drive Excellence:</strong> Foster a culture of creativity, performance, and strategic alignment across all internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Internal Communications & Employee Advocacy</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Engage & Align:</strong> Partner with leadership and HR to build an internal communications framework that informs and inspires employees.</li><li><strong>Activate Advocacy:</strong> Design and implement an employee advocacy program that empowers team members to represent the organization through their professional networks.</li><li><strong>Enable Success:</strong> Provide content, tools, and training to help employees confidently share updates, strengthen their personal brands, and contribute to industry awareness.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Marketing & Community Relations Manager eads the strategic promotion, sales, and visibility efforts for a leading university-affiliated publishing division. This role oversees the day-to-day operations of marketing, publicity, and sales initiatives, ensuring that publications, authors, and programs reach diverse audiences across academic, cultural, and community settings.</p><p>Reporting to senior leadership, this position guides a cross-functional team in aligning marketing, production, and outreach efforts with the organization’s mission to advance inclusive storytelling and educational impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Department Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Direct and manage the day-to-day operations of the marketing, production, and sales departments.</li><li>Supervise staff, assign priorities, and coordinate activities across editorial, administrative, and operational teams to ensure efficiency and collaboration.</li></ul><p><strong>Marketing Strategy & Implementation</strong></p><ul><li>Plan and oversee all marketing initiatives, including trade shows, author tours, direct mail campaigns, social media, advertising, and community engagement events.</li><li>Develop creative strategies to promote books, authors, and institutional partnerships to local, regional, and national audiences.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee production workflows to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.</li><li>Coordinate with vendors, printers, and distribution partners to support publishing goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership Support</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as acting director during leadership absences, maintaining smooth operations and communication across departments.</li><li>Represent the program at conferences, campus events, and community initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative & Strategic Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare reports, track key performance metrics, and recommend improvements to strengthen operations and outreach.</li><li>Perform other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a motivated and creative Marketing & Client Relations Coordinator to join our team in Conroe, Texas. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping our brand's digital presence, building strong client relationships, and contributing to the overall growth of the company. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with the community, create impactful marketing campaigns, and collaborate with leadership to drive business development efforts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage engaging content across various social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Google, and YouTube.<br>• Design and execute innovative marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and strengthen community engagement.<br>• Write and publish regular blog posts that highlight industry trends, company news, and community contributions.<br>• Act as the company’s representative at networking events, local chamber gatherings, and community programs.<br>• Build and nurture relationships with clients and partners through outreach efforts, follow-ups, and meetings.<br>• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all communication materials and marketing initiatives.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to refine marketing strategies and align them with organizational goals.<br>• Assist with business development by identifying growth opportunities and implementing strategies to expand the client base.<br>• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality results within deadlines.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Investor Relations Analyst to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for an individual with strong financial acumen and excellent communication skills, eager to contribute to investor engagement and corporate reporting. As part of the team, you will play a key role in preparing presentations, crafting investor communications, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Investor Relations Analyst Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Develop and deliver presentations for shareholders, analysts, and investment groups to effectively communicate company performance and strategy.</p><p>• Build and nurture relationships with sell-side and buy-side analysts, providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries.</p><p>• Collaborate on the creation of investor communication materials, including conference call scripts, press releases, regulatory filings, and website content.</p><p>• Prepare and manage internal reporting for senior leadership and Boards of Directors, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Analyze shareholder activity and peer trends to support targeted shareholder engagement initiatives.</p><p>• Design and update communication tools, such as websites, to ensure the dissemination of accurate and timely information.</p><p>• Work with finance teams to analyze financial results and compile key statistics for earnings announcements and investor discussions.</p><p>• Coordinate the marketing calendar, including conferences, roadshows, and corporate visits, to optimize investor outreach.</p><p>• Ensure compliance in all communications with the investment community, including press releases and social media updates.</p>
<p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p><p>The <strong>Branding & Creative Specialist</strong> will bring our brand identity to life through creative design and content execution. This role will focus on visual storytelling — developing consistent branding, designing materials for both digital and print, and ensuring that everything from our website to our brochures reflects a polished and unified look.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in building the company’s <strong>visual identity</strong> (logo, color palette, typography, and imagery).</li><li>Design and develop creative materials such as <strong>brochures, business cards, flyers, digital graphics, and presentation decks</strong>.</li><li>Collaborate on the <strong>website’s visual direction</strong>, ensuring brand consistency across all pages.</li><li>Create <strong>templates and visual assets</strong> for social media, internal documents, and client communications.</li><li>Support photo, video, or content shoots by helping with layout, composition, and brand alignment.</li><li>Maintain and update the <strong>brand style guide</strong> to ensure consistency across all platforms.</li><li>Brainstorm fresh, creative ideas to help communicate complex financial topics in simple, engaging ways.</li><li>Work closely with leadership to understand the company’s tone, mission, and audience to inform creative decisions.</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Category Manager 2 to oversee procurement activities and ensure efficient purchasing processes for software, services, and systems. This contract position is based in Houston, Texas, with an initial duration of three months, potentially extending up to five months. The role requires a strong background in purchasing and familiarity with procurement systems to deliver high-quality results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Execute procurement tasks related to software, services, and systems, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Create and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contracts using established procurement systems.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to understand business needs and align purchasing strategies accordingly.<br>• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost-effective solutions.<br>• Monitor supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and adherence to agreements.<br>• Maintain detailed procurement documentation and records for audits and compliance purposes.<br>• Support internal audits and compliance reviews by providing required reports and documentation.<br>• Identify opportunities to optimize costs and enhance procurement processes.<br>• Ensure all procurement activities align with company policies and regulatory requirements.<br>• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate smooth operations.
