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What are some common challenges faced by professionals in ecosystem development roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Ecosystem Development often face the challenge of aligning diverse stakeholders, such as startups, corporations, and public organizations, toward common goals. Navigating differing priorities and communication styles can be complex, requiring strong relationship-building and facilitation skills. To address these challenges, it's important to establish clear communication channels, set shared objectives early, and foster a collaborative environment through regular check-ins and transparent reporting. Proactively seeking feedback and being adaptable to evolving needs can also enhance the success of ecosystem initiatives.

What is ecosystem development?

Ecosystem development refers to the process of creating and nurturing a network of interconnected organizations, individuals, and resources that work together to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability within a specific industry or sector. Professionals in this field focus on building partnerships, supporting startups, facilitating collaboration, and creating opportunities for stakeholders to connect and thrive. The goal is to create a healthy environment where businesses, institutions, and communities can collectively advance shared objectives and adapt to changing market needs.

What is the difference between Ecosystem Development vs Business Development?

AspectEcosystem DevelopmentBusiness Development
Primary FocusBuilding and nurturing a network of partners, stakeholders, and community resources to support a technology or industry ecosystemIdentifying and securing new business opportunities, clients, and markets for a company
Required SkillsPartnership management, industry knowledge, strategic planning, stakeholder engagementSales skills, negotiation, market analysis, relationship building
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, cross-organizational, often in tech or industry clustersClient-facing, sales-driven, often in corporate settings

While both roles involve relationship management and strategic planning, Ecosystem Development focuses on creating a supportive network that benefits an entire industry or community, whereas Business Development concentrates on expanding a company's market share and revenue through new clients and deals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ecosystem development professional, and why are they important?

To thrive in Ecosystem Development, you need expertise in partnership management, business development, and strategic planning, often supported by a background in business, marketing, or related fields. Familiarity with CRM systems, data analytics tools, and industry-specific platforms is typically required. Exceptional networking, communication, and negotiation skills help build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. These abilities are crucial for expanding the organization's reach, fostering innovation, and driving sustainable growth within complex business environments.
What are the most commonly searched types of Ecosystem Development jobs in Ohio? The most popular types of Ecosystem Development jobs in Ohio are:
What cities in Ohio are hiring for Ecosystem Development jobs? Cities in Ohio with the most Ecosystem Development job openings:
Infographic showing various Ecosystem Development job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

Director of Business Development

Curana Health, Inc.

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


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Job description

 

At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults-and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it.

As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.

Founded in 2021, we've grown quickly-now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.

Ranked #147 on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, we're just getting started. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you're in the right place-and we look forward to working with you.

For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com

Summary

To enable Curana Health's expansion and performance, the Business Development team is seeking a high-performing leader to drive growth in our partnerships with large senior living organizations in the Great Lakes Region (Ohio, Michigan and Indiana). This role will develop and cultivate relationships with organizations to assess prospective partner needs and propose Curana Health strategies to help solve complex clinical and financial issues through our primary care focused medical group, our Medicare Accountable Care Organizations and Medicare Advantage health plans - either separately or combined. This is a great opportunity to play a critical role in redefining a sector of healthcare on the precipice of major transformation and reform.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and relationship-driven business development leader with a proven track record of driving growth, developing executive-level partnerships, and influencing key decision-makers within the healthcare ecosystem. They bring a strong commercial mindset, executive presence, and the ability to communicate compelling clinical, operational, and financial value propositions to senior leaders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Develop Curana Health's partnership strategy and drive business development activity in the Great Lakes Region
  • Establish trusted relationships with the leadership of senior living organizations and other stakeholders to identify and validate mutually beneficial partnership opportunities
  • Lead all business development activity in partnership with Curana's Growth Operations team, including prospecting, outreach, pitches, negotiations, and contract execution
  • Develop the relevant subject matter expertise of senior living, value-based care, and Curana Health's partnership models
  • Based on market growth needs, manage and develop a highly productive commercially oriented team
  • Work collaboratively with Curana Health operational leads to facilitate in-market lead generation, contracting and coordinated implementation
  • Lead a team of Business Development Representatives 
  • Assess prospective partner needs and present suitable Curana Health partnership opportunities
  • Negotiate mutually beneficial partnership arrangements with senior living organizations
  • Attend conference and industry events as needed to drive regional growth
  • Use company CRM tools to drive efficient deal flow and tracking (Salesforce)
  • Travel- 30-40% within assigned territory
QualificationsQualifications Sought
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of healthcare industry experience across provider, payer/health plan, senior living, healthcare technology, healthcare consulting, or related healthcare sectors.
  • We will also consider candidates from healthcare technology, healthcare consulting, payer, provider, and other healthcare-related organizations with demonstrated success in business development, enterprise sales, or strategic partnerships.
  • Proven success in business development, partnership development, enterprise sales, or market development.
  • Experience building executive-level relationships and influencing senior decision-makers.
  • Ability to assess partner needs and develop solutions that align clinical, operational, and financial objectives.
  • Strong presentation, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Commercial mindset with comfort working in a performance-driven, deal-based environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex sales cycles and deliver measurable business results.
  • Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Must reside within, or have strong familiarity with, the Great Lakes Region and be willing and able to travel approximately 30-40% throughout the assigned territory.
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
  • Established relationships with key senior housing operators and senior living leaders throughout the Great Lakes Region.
  • Strong understanding of the senior living industry and the challenges facing operators today.
  • Familiarity with value-based care models, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Medicare Advantage, and healthcare payment structures.
  • Experience selling or partnering around healthcare solutions for senior living communities.
  • Experience within senior living, value-based care, payer, provider, Medicare Advantage, post-acute care, or related healthcare organizations.
  • Experience with Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (ISNP and/or CSNP).
  • Background in healthcare technology or healthcare consulting serving provider, payer, value-based care, or senior living markets.
  • Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships that drive market growth, revenue growth, and long-term business value.
  • Prior experience leading, mentoring, or building business development teams.
  • Master's degree preferred.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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