"We have always known that our success comes from our people, but to put it through this lens, we want all our associates to look left and right and see themselves, knowing that Guitar Center is a place where hard work, good ideas, and culture thrive. What they hear from leadership needs to reflect this vision. That means a diverse collection of men, women of all backgrounds and experiences at all levels of our organization. As candidates consider Guitar Center, we want them to know this is who we are and they will feel welcomed here. That’s how we will continue to stick around for another 40, 50, 60 years."? - Ron Japinga, CEO, Guitar Center read more

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Guitar Center VP of Business Development Salary

The average Guitar Center VP of Business Development earns an estimated $182,266 annually. Guitar Center's VP of Business Development compensation is $28,835 less than the US average for a VP of Business Development.

The Business Development Department at Guitar Center earns $2,195 more on average than the HR Department.

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Average Compensation

$182,266: avg. base

VP of Business Development Salaries at Guitar Center

VPs of Business Development earn $54,860 more than Business Development Managers, and $27,777 less than Directors of Business Development.

Director of Business Development

$210k*

Business Development Manager

$127k*

Account Manager

$119k*

Account Executive

$72k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

The Business Development Department averages $2,195 more than the HR Department, and $3,274 less than the Design Department

Design

$114,326 Avg. total comp.

+$3k

Business Development

$111,052 Avg. total comp.

$108,857 Avg. total comp.

-$2k

VP of Business Development Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Business Development at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $315,250, while the average male VP of Business Development at similar sized companies reported making $283,234.

VP of Business Development Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Caucasian VP of Business Development at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $304,764, while the average African American/Black VP of Business Development at similar sized companies reported making $140,000.

How VPs of Business Development at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of VPs of Business Development at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of VPs of Business Development at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (44%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Guitar Center

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

26% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

56% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

44% Yes

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