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President & Chief Executive Officer Position Profile - Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
The Opportunity
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce in Frankfort, Kentucky is seeking a self-motivated, accomplished executive as its next President & Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will work with an engaged Board and committed staff to lead the Chamber as the major catalyst, consensus builder and advocate for a thriving economic climate in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The CEO is charged with guiding the Kentucky Chamber in its mission to support a prosperous business climate in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and advanceKentucky through advocacy, information, program development and management, and customer service in order to promote business retention and recruitment.
The new CEO will oversee and manage all aspects of the organization, with a particular focus on strengthening the state’s ability to attract, keep, and grow jobs; facilitating awareness around various infrastructure and growth needs to enable companies to flourish in Kentucky; and keeping up with top trends and policies that affect the bottom line and vitality of companies of all sizes and stages of development.
The selected candidate will function as the chief strategist, advocate, and collaborative team leader – especially in regard to advocacy and overall program development. This executive will lead a Chamber that is results oriented, deliberate, and entrepreneurial inproviding visionary, action-oriented leadership dedicated to flexible thinking around business issues and non-partisan consensusbuilding.
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is the state’s premier advocate for the business community with a mission to advance an economic climate that enables members, their employees and all citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky to prosper and create jobs. The leaders of the Kentucky Chamber believe there is a need for private-sector business people to provide bold leadership for a state withmany challenges and opportunities, rather than to rely solely on the public sector for vision and leadership.The organization has over 3,800 members including businesses of all sizes and from all industry sectors, along with nonprofits, trade associations, local chambers of commerce and individuals. In recognition of its impactful advocacy, creative programs and fiscal strength, the Kentucky Chamber was named the 2017 State Chamber of the Year by the Council of State Chambers.
Chamber staff and key volunteers are actively engaged in promoting the Chamber’s mission to local, state and Federal government leaders. In Kentucky, the General Assembly is comprised of the 38-member Senate (4-year terms) and 100-member House of Representatives (2-year terms). The Assembly convenes in January with legislative sessions lasting 60 days in even-numbered years and 30 days in odd-numbered years.
The Chamber’s Legislative Agenda for this 2019 session is based on the organization’s Four Pillars of Prosperity, priorities that will help chart a path toward a more competitive Kentucky. The Four Pillars are:
A healthy and skilled workforce;
Effective and efficient state government;
21st century infrastructure; and
Quality jobs.
In an effort to impact this agenda, Chamber staff and volunteers are engaged in a number of partnerships, coalitions, committees and political activities. The Chamber’s extensive public affairs efforts include active Councils, Committees and Task Forces centered on Education & Workforce, Competitiveness, Health and Wellness Policy, Energy and Environment Policy, Small Business Policy, Tax Policy, Pension Reform, and Local Chambers. The Chamber also operates the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives, the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management and the Entrepreneur Hall of Fame through management contracts.
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)3 affiliate of the Chamber and has grown significantly in the last decade, raising $316,000 in 2008 with projections to raise over $1.7MM and generate contract revenue in 2019. The Foundation supports key initiatives including theKentucky Chamber Workforce Center LLC (formed in 2017 and the first of its kind in the nation), the Leadership Institute for School Principals and the Business Education Roundtable. The Foundation has also just launched Red River Economic Development LLC, aninitiative to provide seed resources in an effort to expand the tourism economy and explore the possibilities for a resort in EasternKentucky. The Chamber has also developed its own news site, The Bottom Line, which monitors the progress and facts of business-related legislation and provides extensive coverage on complex policy issues in a way that can be easily understood by all the citizens of the Commonwealth.
The Chamber is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, which is comprised of approximately 60 business leaders from every geographic region across Kentucky. The Board also represents diverse sectors of commerce, ensuring that every major category of business has a voice in Chamber affairs. The Chamber also has an active Political Action Committee, governed by a 10-member Board,which provides financial support for candidates and issues and a 501(c)4 issues advocacy committee which provide financial support for legislative candidates and issues.
The organization has a staff of 40 and a 2019 budget of approximately $7.6MM. Revenue is generated from membership dues, seminars and events, sponsorships, publications and various other income sources. In addition, the Chamber has steadily increased annual philanthropic support through the Chamber Foundation and projects donations to reach $1.7MM in 2019. The Chamber has a strong balance sheet and a history of financial stability.
More information on the Chamber is available on its website: www.kychamber.com
The Chamber’s President & CEO David Adkisson is retiring after 14 years with the organization. As a result, the Board of Directors has embarked on a national search to recruit a new CEO to guide the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and its prominent business leadership activities within the state.
The Position
Location
The President & Chief Executive Officer is based in the Chamber offices at 464 Chenault Road, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601; telephone (502) 695-4700. The Chamber offices are currently over 17,000 sq.ft. and includes state-of-the-art technology. The organization is planning to expand the facility with an additional 5,000 sq.ft. of office space in 2019.
Reporting Relationships
The President & Chief Executive Officer of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce reports to the Chair and works closely with the 14-member Executive Committee of the 60-member Board of Directors; the CEO is a member of the Executive Committee as well. The Executive Committee meets monthly and the Board meets quarterly. There are also 14 ex officio Board members, all of whom are executive leaders of other Kentucky-based chamber, economic development and educational organizations.
The CEO supervises the Senior Vice President-Administration, Senior Vice President-Public Affairs, Senior Vice President-Business Services, Senior Vice President-Membership & Marketing, Vice President of Finance and CFO, and Executive Assistant; a total staff of 40people. Four staff members – including the President & CEO – are registered lobbyists.
Other important interactions include: executives and employees of member organizations; state and national elected officials and their staffs in Kentucky and in Washington D.C.; state agency heads and their representatives; representatives and executives of local chambers statewide; executives at other business-focused organizations and associations; professional associations including especially the Council of State Chambers (“COSC”); labor leaders; college, technical school and university leaders; and members of the media.
Position Charter
The President & Chief Executive Officer of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is the chief strategist, operations, policy, and administrative officer. The CEO is responsible for providing and executing strategic leadership for the organization by working with the Board and management team to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies. This individual also serves as the chiefspokesperson for the Chamber in working with an array of constituents including members, the business and professional community, the Legislature, the Governor, the media and citizens around the state.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Public Policy Engagement/Leadership: Together with the Board, Chamber staff, a team of policy consultants, and volunteers, maintain strong communication and relationship with public policy leaders for the purpose of advancing the business agenda in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Lead and/or direct lobbying activities within the state legislative and regulatory bodies regarding issues of priority for the Chamber and statebusiness.
- Planning: In coordination with Executive Committee, Board committees and staff, responsible for preparing annual plans, goals and objectives in line with the Chamber’s strategic plan and the Four Pillars for Prosperity strategic plan for Kentucky. Develop, evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory actions. Plan, develop, and establish policies and objectives of the organization in accordance with Board directives.
- Membership and Member Relations: Establish credibility throughout the organization and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions tomarketing and membership challenges. Oversee activities related to maintaining effective membership and member relations across the state. Maintain communication with members through on- site visits, publications, and electronic and social media.
- Collaborative Liaison Roles: Build upon and enhance relationships, ongoing interaction and liaison with a wide constituency including:
- Board of Directors: Earn and maintain the respect and confidence of the Chamber Board. Responsible for preparing meeting agendas, carrying out plans and programs of the Executive Committee and Board in accordance with established policies, serving as representative of the Board for all contacts with Chamber staff, initiating programs for consideration, and advising the Executive Committee and Board on all matters under consideration.
- Chamber Members: Responsible for motivating members to personally and financially support an aggressive Chamber advocacy program, analyzing and interpreting the needs of members and recommending revisions in the program of work to make membership more valuable. The CEO serves as “the public face” of the Chamber and must be open to suggestions, proposals, and requests from the members and translate them into action consistent with the fundamental objectives and policies of the Chamber.
- Committees and Councils: Active engagement with volunteer leadership of the Chamber’s Committees, Councils and Task Forces on operational and policy activities. Serve as staff member as appropriate and work with volunteers and staff on key issues for legislative action.
- Public Officials: Establish and develop relationships with legislative and regulatory contacts within the state and in Washington D.C.
- Education: Develop and maintain strong relationships within the state’s education system; collaboratively seek solutions to workforce readiness and availability issues.
- Other Relationships: Work with Kentucky’s three metro chambers and approximately 80 other local chambers, business organizations, and businesses in coordinated lobbying activities, educational programming, member discount programs, professional development, etc. As appropriate, serve in various positions on other organizations’ boards and committees, such as advocacy, workforce development, etc.
- Board of Directors: Earn and maintain the respect and confidence of the Chamber Board. Responsible for preparing meeting agendas, carrying out plans and programs of the Executive Committee and Board in accordance with established policies, serving as representative of the Board for all contacts with Chamber staff, initiating programs for consideration, and advising the Executive Committee and Board on all matters under consideration.
- Fiscal Management/Fund Development: In concert with the Board’s Executive Committee, develop the Chamber’s annual $7+MM budget. Direct and coordinate formulations of financial programs to provide funding for new and continuing operations to maximize returns, increase productivity and programs available to membership base. Serve as the primary fund raising and development executive for the organization bymaintaining current and cultivating new funding relationships in support of the Chamber’s general operations along with specific events andprograms.
- Other Duties: Perform other tasks and duties as assigned from time to time by the Board of Directors.
Travel
This position requires regular but planned travel throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky to connect with Chamber Board members, membersat large and key business leaders. The CEO is also part of the Chamber’s team to meet with the state’s delegation and other federal agency leaders on periodic trips to Washington DC.
More information Here:
- Eric N. Peterson
Managing Director & Principal WAVERLY PARTNERS
Cleveland, Ohio (440) 892-5961
EPeterson@Waverly-Partners.com
- B. Harrison Turnbull
Managing Director & Principal WAVERLY PARTNERS Charlottesville, Virginia
(704) 643-9394
HTurnbull@Waverly-Partners.com
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Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance - Manager, Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce
The position reports directly to the President/CEO of the Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance.
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Location: Kokomo, IN
Type: Full Time
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s Degree in economic development, urban planning, public or business administration, or closely related field; and experience in program implementation, marketing, and public outreach.
- Knowledge of operational characteristics, services and activities of a not-for-profit membership organization
- Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs
- Understanding of modern principles and practices of program development and administration
- Knowledge of research methods and sources of information regarding economic development
- Ability to organize and conduct complex planning and research studies and to formulate relevant recommendations based on such research
- Ability to direct, supervise, and coordinate several major projects concurrently
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Self-motivated work ethic
- The ability to work both individually and as a part of a team
- An interdisciplinary approach working with multiple organizations, companies, directors and managers to create ownership of projects and shared successes
- Solid judgment with high standards of accuracy, responsiveness, integrity, and discretion.
Duties to include, but not exclusive to the following:
- Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and activities of the Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce
- Responsible for membership growth and retention of current members
- Develops and manages member benefits and services
- Serves as an advocate for area businesses
- Supports initiatives focused on economic development and placemaking
- Supports the delivery of the mission and vision of the Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance:
- Our vision: The Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance seeks to foster economic prosperity for Kokomo and Howard County through new investment, population growth, and the continued success of our area’s current businesses and residents.
- Our mission: The Greater Kokomo Economic Development aligns, links, and leverages resources to build community prosperity.
Deadline to submit a resume is April 15. To apply submit a letter of interest and a resume outlining your appropriate work experience to: Charlie Sparks csparks@greaterkokomo.com with a subject line of "Chamber manager"
Event Services and Sponsorship Manager
McLean County Chamber of Commerce - Bloomington, IL
The Communications Manager position is responsible for conveying the organization’s internal and external messages. This position will be responsible for communications and marketing for the CEO Council and Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce. This position will work closely with senior leadership, along with sales and membership staff to deliver appropriate messages/information to members and potential members which result in delivering a high level dynamic communication strategy for the organization.
Event Services and Sponsorship Manager
McLean County Chamber of Commerce - Bloomington, IL
Applications without attached resumes and cover letters will not be considered.
The Manager of Event Services & Sponsorships serves as the lead for all featured programs and is responsible for their administration, including creation, coordination, marketing oversight and financial success for the Chamber’s operating budget. In addition, the position provides logistical support for all significant events unless otherwise noted. This position also provides support for the CEO by completing a variety of projects as requested. An attitude of professionalism shall be maintained in all activities including, but not limited to presentation skills, written communications, and interfacing with members and fellow professional staff members. S/he shall report regularly on all activity as determined by the President/CEO.
Functions
1. Team Involvement * Engage, interact and assist any and all members of the Chamber’s internal team for best possible outcomes of all programs, services and communications which benefit our members * Prepare for and participate in weekly staff meetings, planning sessions or retreats * Respect the contributions of all members of the team * Provide staff leadership to programs as designated by the strategic/business plan and/or the CEO to meet the mission and goals of the Chamber * Be caring, compassionate, professional and FUN
2. Membership * Actively participate in the recruitment of new members * Actively participate in the retention of members * Openly communicate with members and refer compliments or complaints to the CEO * Continually update membership information in the content management system * Provide appropriate member referrals to promote member businesses
3. Communication * Develops marketing plans and action-oriented timelines for events with the Marketing & Public Relations Manager and submits all marketing requests in a timely fashion * Proof reads and approves all marketing materials for managed events to ensure consistency, accuracy and clarity of the event is being conveyed including website and social media content, written communication and affiliated signage
4. Events & Program Responsibility * Plan, coordinate and administer events through a volunteer committee structure to ensure and increase the Chamber’s value proposition to its members while meeting/exceeding the required event budget. * Create and maintain all RFP processes for assigned events as well as any other Chamber event that requires an RFP and/or contract which will be negotiated by this position with the approval of the CEO or his/her designee. * Ensure programs are diversified to member facilities throughout the community * Establish and maintain working relationships with representatives from all facilities in the community which could serve as a host for Chamber events and programs. * Manage the event reservation/registration process and event information in the content management system (ChamberMaster) * Featured program responsibility includes but not limited to: o Annual Gala – January o Administrative Professionals Luncheon – April o Twin Cities Showcase – May o Stroker Golf Classic – July o CommUniversity – September or October o Leaders of Distinction/Athena Award reception – October o Non-Profit Showcase – September o New Member Showcase – November o Member Appreciation Lunch – September * Provide supplemental logistic assistance for programs including, but not limited to o Ag Awards Dinner – February o Ag Breakfast – March o LMC Alumni Luncheon and Graduation – April o McLean County Regional Planning Commission’s Community Information Forum – April o McLean County STEM Gala – April o Education to Employer Summit – May o Advocacy Events – State of McLean County, State of Bloomington-Normal, State of State and State of Congress – Quarterly
5. Committee Management * Build, recruit and retain a reliable program committee to effectively serve the volunteer committee chairperson and lead the committee to the successful attainment of goals outlined by said committee, Chamber Board of Director and/or the CEO * Ensure appropriate succession plans for leadership are in place along with active committee recruitment, retention and utilization * Prepares all draft and final copy of committee correspondence including but not limited to agendas, minutes and requested reports * Program committee responsibility includes, but not limited to: o Awards o Administrative Professionals Luncheon o Twin Cities Showcase o Stroker Golf Classic o CommUniversity o Leaders of Distinction/Athena Award reception.
6. Sponsorship Administration * Coordinate all sponsorship activity including but not limited to: o Generating the formal ask (September) o Tracking and following up on outstanding asks and commitments o Ensuring sponsorship benefits have been fulfilled (reservations, etc.) o Timely correspondence (thank you letters, necessary pre or post event communication) 9. Other * Additional duties or projects in providing CEO support, or new event management may be added on an on-going basis.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Event Management: 2 years (Preferred)
- Sponsorship/Relationship: 2 years (Preferred)
Onboarding time:
- Less than 1 month
Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Other types of insurance
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Employee discounts
Director of Communications and Marketing - Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce - Peoria, IL
The Communications Manager position is responsible for conveying the organization’s internal and external messages. This position will be responsible for communications and marketing for the CEO Council and Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce. This position will work closely with senior leadership, along with sales and membership staff to deliver appropriate messages/information to members and potential members which result in delivering a high level dynamic communication strategy for the organization.
All duties and responsibilities will be performed in accordance of the strategic plan within the general nature of business as outlined by respective governing boards. The position requires individual to have strong positive skills in communication, be highly organized, be task-oriented, manage time effectively, have current computer skills, have supervisory capabilities, be a team player and have a desire to succeed.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
MEDIA
Identify and develop story angles, cultivate beneficial relationships with area journalists, pitch stories to print and broadcast media and write clear, compelling news and press releases. Handle media requests. Represent organization as key contact for press events. Coordinate the design of materials for press events. Coordinate speakers, ensure media coverage and coordinate with internal staff concerning logistics.
Brand Management
Manage Chamber brand to ensure the proper image is maintained in outbound communications. This includes monitoring use of logos, organization name and other representations of the organization by outside groups.
Social Media Management- Monitor distribution of social media messages for Peoria Chamber of Commerce, YPGP and CEO Council on all platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Communications
Produce newsletter for Chamber and YPGP as needed.
Maintain and manage Chamber website.
Assist with design and production coordination for brochures, flyers and other marketing materials for the Chamber, YPGP and CEO Council.
Public Presentations: work with staff on content for presentations when needed
Responsible for assisting with editing of Chamber Report (Quarterly print publication)
Identify opportunities for PACC to tell its’ story, promote membership and accomplishments resulting in greater community awareness.
Events
Work with staff to coordinate messaging, create media advisory and invite media to event, promote through all electronic media channels. Develop event agenda with assistance of event staff. Create media kits, write press release to distribute day of, email release to the media not attending.
Committees
Provides staff support Chamber & CEO Council Committees as needed
Provides staff support along with the Program Director for YPGP committee; assist with YPGP functions and events
Project Management
Shop Local 365- Connect with local partners to schedule promotional press conference. Create press releases, provide regular updates to Chamber membership that can be shared, social media updates and website updates.
Administrative
Identifies and implements cost saving office management strategies. Prepares daily check register for all payments coming into GPBA family of companies. Responsible for visitor reception and telephone duties, to include call direction for all entities and daily mail distribution.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS/SCOPE:
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: English, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or Journalism.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Comprehensive writing skills
- Social media
- Graphic design
- Marketing/public relations skills
- Highly organized
- Task Oriented/Self Disciplined
Equipment used
- Computer/Cell phone
- Phone System
- Copier/Printer
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Standard Business environment
- Ability to lift 15lbs.
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule. Must attend early morning meetings, late night/weekend events that generate 40+ hour work weeks.
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