External Affairs Representative (1099 Contractor)

Position Summary The Ohio Chamber of Commerce is seeking highly motivated External Affairs Representatives to help grow the Ohio Small Business Council, the statewide voice for small businesses. Representatives will manage exclusive territories, conduct daily outreach, and build meaningful relationships that drive membership growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment, enjoys meeting business owners, and wants the freedom and earning potential that comes with an independent contractor structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct consistent daily outreach, including calls, emails, and in-person meetings.
• Hold 10 qualified conversations per day and maintain strong pipeline activity.
• Sell new Small Business Council memberships and clearly communicate the value proposition.
• Manage territorial planning, prospect research, and ongoing relationship building.
• Represent the Ohio Chamber professionally in external settings and community engagements.
• Complete weekly reporting.

What You’ll Promote

• Ohio Chamber advocacy and its impact on small business policy.
• Cost-saving programs in healthcare, HR, and workers' compensation.
• High-value networking, statewide visibility, and exclusive programming through the Council.
• Access to Ohio’s most influential pro-business organization and its resources.

Compensation

• This is a 1099 commission-based role with a strong commission structure and significant earning potential for high performers.

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