About the Role Aegis Graham Bell Awards (AGBA) for Innovation, supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, is seeking a dynamic Sales & Business Development Manager and Head to drive growth across nominations, sponsorships, delegations, and exhibition sales , while promoting key AGBA offerings like the Innovation Star Certification and Innovation Index . This role will expand AGBA’s presence across India, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North America , engaging CXOs, innovators, startups, academia, and corporates. You'll be the face of AGBA to the global innovation community, showcasing impactful opportunities and positioning AGBA as the leading innovation recognition platform. Locations : These position are open for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru Key Responsibilities ? Nomination Sales Drive the end-to-end sales process for award nominations from startups, enterprises, academia, and government R&D units. Identify and engage high-potential innovators and guide them through the application and evaluation process. 🔹 Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales Pitch and secure sponsorships from corporates, tech players, and ecosystem enablers. Promote and sell exhibition space in the AGBA Innovation Experience Zone , where companies showcase innovative products, technologies, and solutions to a curated audience of CXOs, investors, and policymakers. Create value-driven sponsorship packages integrating branding, speaking opportunities, panel participation, and innovation demonstrations. 🔹 Delegation & Participation Sales Attract delegations from global accelerators, innovation hubs, trade bodies, embassies, and government agencies. Secure participation of senior industry stakeholders and innovation leaders for events, award summits, and ecosystem networking platforms. 🔹 Innovation Certifications & Index Promotion Promote the AGBA Innovation Star Rating Certification as a trusted validation of an organization’s innovation maturity. Drive adoption of the AGBA Innovation Index , a strategic benchmarking tool for corporates and startups to measure innovation capability and industry positioning. Work with companies to demonstrate the strategic benefits of certification and index participation. 🔹 Ecosystem Engagement Collaborate with incubators, accelerators, innovation councils, and corporate innovation teams to build long-term alliances. Represent AGBA in external events and forums to establish thought leadership and generate high-value leads. 🔹 CRM & Pipeline Management Maintain and manage a strong pipeline of nominations, sponsorships, delegations, and exhibitors using CRM tools. Ensure timely follow-ups, documentation, and reporting of all outreach activities. Ideal Candidate Profile Experience: For Manager Minimum 1 year For Head Minimum 10 years in B2B sales, inside sales, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, or exhibition sales. Freshers with strong sales aptitude and communication skills may also apply. Skills: Excellent spoken and written English, strong persuasion and negotiation skills, comfort with high-level business discussions. Mindset: Highly motivated, proactive, organized, and goal-oriented. Domain: Understanding of the innovation and startup ecosystem, corporate innovation trends, and technology-led industries is a strong plus. What’s in It for You? 🏆 Be part of a government-supported platform recognizing global innovation excellence 🌐 Exposure to a worldwide innovation ecosystem across 5+ regions 💼 Network with leading CXOs, founders, innovators, and policymakers 📈 Strong career acceleration in business development, innovation consulting, and ecosystem strategy 💡 Contribute to India’s shift from a knowledge-based to an innovation-led economy 💰 Competitive salary with lucrative incentives and recognition The Aegis Graham Bell Awards (AGBA) is one of the most credible platforms dedicated to recognizing innovation and innovators—whether from large enterprises or startups—for over 15 years. Supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India , AGBA honors those who challenge conventional thinking and transform lives through groundbreaking innovations. From emerging startups to established industry giants, AGBA shines a spotlight on visionary solutions that drive meaningful progress. In addition to the awards, AGBA organizes innovation conferences and the Innovation Experience Zone (exhibition) —a dynamic platform where organizations showcase their cutting-edge products, technologies, and solutions. AGBA also offers the Innovation Star Rating Certification and the Innovation Index , empowering organizations to measure, benchmark, and amplify their innovation potential. 🔗 Learn more at www.bellaward.com.