Are you ready to own the success of a business while having the support of an established organization?
We’re seeking a dynamic Managing Director to lead Cincy Company (a Main Street United Company), the magazine, and a comprehensive set of marketing offerings—including digital assets and events—in the Cincinnati region, operating in partnership with Main Street United (also has HQ in Cincinnati). This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to build something meaningful in your community with shared ownership available after year one.
What You’ll Do
Split your time 50/50 between:
- Direct Sales: Generate advertising revenue across print, digital, and event platforms, conduct 5+ client meetings weekly, maintain 50+ client touchpoints
- Operations: Run day-to-day business operations, manage P&L, coordinate with corporate support team
Key Responsibilities:
- Be directly responsible for business success, growth, and profitability
- Serve as the face of our organization in the community through weekly networking
- Manage all advertising partnerships and custom publishing opportunities in your territory
- Collaborate with commission-based sales executives selling into your market
- Participate in weekly social media engagement connected to our brand
- Handle escalated customer service challenges
- Conduct monthly P&L reviews and recommend improvements
What We Provide
- Complete Corporate Support: Circulation, finance, production, design, editorial, digital, events
- Technology & Tools: CRM system, phone system, all sales materials
- Training & Mentorship: Comprehensive training on all tasks plus one-on-one CEO mentorship
- Team Support: Work alongside other account executives with weekly collaboration meetings
Weekly Commitments
- 5+ client meetings and 50+ client touchpoints
- Community networking and professional relationship building
- CEO or Sales Director development meeting
- In-office sales meeting with KPI presentation
- Zoom roundtable with account executives
- Social media brand engagement
- Profit center meetings (as directed by COO)
What We’re Looking For
- Proven advertising/media sales track record
- 3+ years sales operations or business development experience
- Strong community connections and networking abilities
- Self-motivated with entrepreneurial mindset
- Experience with corporate partnerships
- Social media and digital marketing proficiency
Why This Opportunity?
- Ownership Path: Shared ownership opportunity after successful first year
- Support System: Main Street United partnership provides guidance and resources beyond going solo
- Leadership Role: Direct responsibility for Cincy Magazine’s success in the Cincinnati market with corporate backing
- Community Impact: Be the leader who shapes Cincinnati’s local business community
Ready to take ownership of your success while having the support to achieve it?
This role is perfect for an entrepreneurial sales professional who wants to build something meaningful in their community while having corporate infrastructure and the opportunity to earn equity in the business they help grow.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47,433.90 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This role starts with a salary of $45,000 along with commissions, and bonuses connected to revenues and profits. Please confirm you are interested to participate knowing these parameters.
Work Location: In person
Main Street United is an equal opportunity employer.
