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.
Southwest distribution company is hiring a Sales Support Lead. Will oversee and train two in Customer Service and partner closely with Sales, Accounting and Operations. Looking for a customer focused individual, who will bring expertise and process improvement to the department. Must have 3+ years in Customer Service or Inside sales support, ideally business to business. Will be responsible for reaching out to existing clients and improving the sales and customer experience. Must have strong communication, and experience processing customer orders from beginning to end. Degree is a plus.
<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>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>