AI Connect : Associate Director Business Development - Global Enterprise
About the role
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
The AI Connect Business Development Leader for Global Enterprise is responsible for driving the business development and performance of Verizon’s AI Connect portfolio, with a specific focus on the mission-critical role of Dark Fiber infrastructure. This role leads a high-performance business development team to accelerate the adoption of high-capacity, dedicated physical network assets and AI-enabled connectivity solutions. You will foster deep, strategic partnerships with Verizon’s Global Enterprise sales teams and clients across key industry verticals. As a key leader, you will bridge the gap between high-capacity physical infrastructure and AI business outcomes, ensuring Verizon remains the preferred partner for AI-forward connectivity and foundational Dark Fiber assets.
Responsibilities
- Leading a high-performance business development team focused on the strategic deployment of Dark Fiber infrastructure and AI-driven connectivity solutions.
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