Partnership Relations Specialist at EPIC Health System LLC – Southfield, Michigan

Partnership Relations Specialist

Location: Onsite in Southfield, MI

The Partnership Relations Specialist plays a critical role in accelerating growth across Epic Health and its family of brands by building, managing, and expanding strategic partnerships. This role combines relationship development with hands-on field activation—identifying and cultivating high-value partners while actively representing Epic Health at community events, industry functions, and networking opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a natural relationship builder, highly organized, and energized by being in the field—driving brand visibility, referrals, and business development through meaningful, long-term partnerships.

• Identify, prospect, and establish strategic partnerships with organizations, businesses, associations, brokers, community groups, and affiliates aligned with Epic Health and subsidiary brand goals.

• Develop and maintain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that generate referrals, revenue, and brand awareness.

• Build and manage a robust partnership pipeline, tracking outreach, meetings, and outcomes.

• Represent Epic Health and its affiliated brands with professionalism, clearly articulating value propositions and partnership opportunities.

• Collaborate with leadership to structure partnerships, referral arrangements, and joint initiatives.

• Maintain ongoing partner engagement through regular communication, performance reviews, and collaborative activities.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute events that promote Epic Health and its brands, including community events, partner activations, trade shows, health fairs, and networking functions.

• Serve as a visible representative of the organization at external events, conferences, chambers, associations, and community activities.

• Develop event strategies focused on lead generation, partnership development, and brand exposure.

• Manage all event logistics, including vendors, materials, staffing, and on-site execution.

• Capture leads and referrals at events and ensure timely follow-up and accurate tracking.

• Drive measurable growth through partnerships and events, including referrals, appointments, leads, and revenue impact.

• Track, analyze, and report performance metrics related to partnership and event outcomes.

• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, community relations, and leadership teams to align growth initiatives.

• Support cross-brand growth efforts across Epic Health and related business lines, including DPC, insurance, specialty services, and ancillary offerings.

• 3+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, community engagement, field marketing, or a related role.

• Demonstrated success building relationships and influencing key stakeholders.

• Experience representing an organization or brand in professional, public, and community settings.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized with strong follow-through and CRM or tracking experience.

• Willingness to work in the field and attend evening or weekend events as needed.

• Healthcare, insurance, professional services, or community-based experience preferred.

• Relationship building and trust development

• Strategic thinking with a growth mindset

• Event planning and execution

• Professional presence and brand advocacy

• Self-motivation and accountability

• Results-driven execution

• Number and quality of new strategic partnerships established

• Referrals, leads, and revenue generated through partnerships

• Events hosted or attended monthly

• Lead conversion and opportunity pipeline growth

• Partner retention and satisfaction

• Overall contribution to growth across Epic Health and subsidiary brands

Epic Health is a growing, mission-driven healthcare organization committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care and innovative health solutions. As a Partnership Growth Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our reach, strengthening community relationships, and driving meaningful growth across a dynamic and evolving organization.