Job Openings in #ChamberWorld: Week of Nov. 11th
President - Garner Chamber of Commerce - Garner, NC - $65,000 - $75,000 a year
The Garner Chamber of Commerce is looking for its next President!
We’re seeking a leader to continuing building on a solid foundation and to take us to even greater levels of success.
We’re open to individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, industries, and experiences. While nonprofit or chamber experience could be a plus, the skills, personal qualities, and track record of the individual will be what guides us to the right person.
The right person will be the head of a small team responsible for growing and developing our membership, our programs, and partnerships to make our community prosper. He/she will be in charge of managing budgets and events, engaging town and community leaders, motivating staff, as well as, volunteers.
The individual will be a trusted partner for business and community stakeholders, a reflection and energetic representative for our hard-working 600+ members and this amazing community.
The Right Candidate
You’re an executive-level professional looking to lead a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and other invested individuals.
You’re a dynamic, genuine, and highly credible relationship builder with outstanding communication skills.
You’re a personable leader able to exceptionally represent Garner at both hometown and at wider county, regional, and state events – with passion! That’s right, passion! We’re passionate about our town - we love living, working, and playing here and want to see that in our future President as well.
In addition to being an avid fan of Garner, the right candidate will be confident, engaging, diplomatic, outgoing and enthusiastic with a commitment to excellent stakeholder customer service – determined to get whatever task is at hand done and done well.
You’re a critical thinker and avid problem solver, so we can continue improving the economic well being of our community. You know how to persuade and influence for the benefit of the organization and community.
Sound like you? Keep reading!! Apply at Chamber website!
Greater Seymour (IN) Chamber President
The Greater Seymour Chamber of Commerce Executive Board seeks a President to oversee the chamber’s initiatives, campaigns, and efforts within Jackson County, Indiana and surrounding areas. The President is the Chief Executive and Administrative Officer of the organization. Duties are subject to the direction of the Board of Directors. The President is responsible for the full range of Chamber activities, including the coordination of the program of work, organizational structure and procedures, motivation of volunteers, income and expenditures, maintenance and growth of membership, employment and supervision of staff, interpretation of policy and maintenance of quarters. The President is the "public relations officer" for the organization and the entire community. Jackson County, Indiana residency is preferred. Click here for the full job description. Resumes will be accepted through November 15 and resumes should be e-mailed to hrseymourchamber@gmail.com.
Executive Director - MRA Member Career Opportunities - Galesburg, IL $40,000 - $60,000 a year
Company Name: Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Job Title: Executive Director, Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Location: Galesburg, IL
About Us
The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce supports the economic vitality and development of the region by promoting the health and growth of business.
At the chamber, it s our vision to always strive to create a region full of thriving businesses, healthy communities, and talented, connected people. Our strategic goals are designed to work toward our vision every day and create value for our members.
At the chamber, it s our vision to always strive to create a region full of thriving businesses, healthy communities, and talented, connected people. Our strategic goals are designed to work toward our vision every day and create value for our members.
About the Opportunity
The Executive Director provides executive leadership to the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce and, in partnership with the Board of Directors, is responsible for its strategic direction and success.
The Executive Director leads the organization in achieving its mission, including overseeing its financial stability, community and philanthropic relations, staffing, development, and operations, under the policies, directives, and guidelines established by the Board of Directors.
The Executive Director will be a key leader committed to the economic vitality of the Knox County and Galesburg region. This individual will lead the chamber in helping businesses succeed and our communities thrive.
Responsibilities
- The Executive Director provides support and leadership to the Board of Directors as its executive officer, implements its policies, plans and directives, and reports to the Board on matters affecting the welfare of the Chamber.
- The Executive Director acts as a resource to the Board and its committees on policy development, planning and financial development, and helps Board members understand and appreciate their role and responsibilities.
- Provides top leadership to the organization s efforts, maximizing community partnerships, engaging volunteers, and cultivating and soliciting community leaders.
- Oversees Chamber s operations and programs. Works with the Board, staff, and volunteers to anticipate and address community needs. Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs. Spearheads the development, communication and implementation of effective strategies and processes.
- The Executive Director directs staff and volunteers to carry out initiatives, assignments and programs under the approved strategic plan and annual budget.
- Directs the development of the strategic plan and assures the accomplishment of organizational goals and objectives.
- Communicates and collaborates with government, schools, other not-for-profits, corporations, and other organizations in the community. Interprets the work of the Chamber to the community, and ensures its mission, vision, values, and goals are understood.
- Develops and maintains excellent relationships within the community as well as within the regional, state, and national business organizations.
- The Executive Director provides leadership in securing needed resources for current operations, capital improvement, community development and long-range financial stability. Oversees the long-range development of the Chamber s resources.
- Recommends annual budget for Board approval. Ensures prudent fiscal management, reporting and controls. Oversees financial operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor s degree in marketing, planning or business or public administration or related field.
- 2+ years of business management experience.
- CAE, CCE, IOM or other management certification desired.
- Experience working with a board of directors; volunteer-based organization preferred.
- Chamber spokesperson able to utilize excellent written and oral communication skills through traditional media and social media.
- Serve as an effective lobbyist for the business community with the local, regional, state and national elected officials.
- Comfortable with analytical detail while being focused on marketing, communication and relationship-building.
The salary range of the position is $40,000 -$60,000.
Interested candidates should submit a confidential cover letter, resume and contact information for five work-related references.
To learn more about living and working in the region, please click to download a copy of the Guide to Greater Galesburg .
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Applying takes less than 2 minutes. No passwords or accounts to register or sign-in for.
You are hired directly by the company – MRA does not make hiring decisions.
Applying takes less than 2 minutes. No passwords or accounts to register or sign-in for.
You are hired directly by the company – MRA does not make hiring decisions.
MRA is a not-for-profit employers association serving over 4,000 companies throughout the upper Midwest. We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.
Greater Danville (IN) Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
Responsible for all business operations, including management of the assets of the organization;
hiring, supervising, training, promoting, discipline and termination of employees; and for
establishing and maintaining the business organization and structure to efficiently conduct the
management functions of the Greater Danville Chamber of Commerce. Click here for more information.
Executive Director - Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce - Salem, VA
SUMMARY:
The Executive Director is the Chamber’s operations leader and strategic implementer for the organization, working to create, promote, develop and support quality business opportunities in the Salem-Roanoke County community. This role serves to promote retention and expansion of members by demonstrating membership value. Reporting directly to the President, and more generally to the Executive Board of Directors, the Executive Director manages and directs all operations, programs and activities of the Chamber. Key aspects of the role are as follows:
Membership Sustainment
- Meet membership retention and growth goals as outlined in the S-RCC budget and strategic plan.
- Work with the First Vice President, Membership Retention Committee and Ambassador team to implement the Chamber’s strategy for member retention. Monitor objectives and expectations for staff and Ambassadors.
- Work with the Membership Value Programming Committee to create membership programming that supports and delivers the mission and its value to members. Membership programming includes the Chamber’s annual meeting, business showcase, and networking events.
- Welcome all new members personally; oversee the onboarding of all members.
Operations/Management
- Provide regular strategic activity report to Chamber Officers.
- Support effective governance practices. Prepare and distribute meeting documents (including meeting minutes) for Executive Board and Board of Director meetings.
- Work with Treasurer and provider of accounting services to deliver accurate timely financial, budget, and strategic information to board and other stakeholders
- Manage and coach the efforts of a part time administrator. This role manages purchasing, record keeping, and member records.
- Collaborate with various Chamber committees as required throughout the year.
- Manage annual funding requests from City of Salem and Roanoke County.
- Complete and file annual reporting to State Corporation Commission.
- Serve as S-RCC representative to community organizations such as the Roanoke Regional Partnership, Downtown Salem Advisory Committee, Destination Visioning Committee, Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, and Roanoke Regional Coalition.
Jim Cleveland
The Envision Greater Fond du Lac Board of Directors have named Jim Cleveland as the organization’s Interim President and CEO, beginning December 5.
Cleveland currently serves as Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s director of outreach and client services and will assume interim duties following the departure of the organization’s current president and CEO, Cecilia Harry. Recruitment efforts are underway for the organization’s next leader.
“This is an important next step in our transition plan,” stated Paul Reetz, board of directors chairman and owner of Integrity Saw and Tool. “We have great confidence in Jim’s ability to serve in this capacity while providing leadership to the staff and our business community during this time.”
Cleveland is a long-time local resident. Having served both the Association of Commerce and the Fond du Lac County Economic Development Corporation over the past decade, Cleveland brings leadership, a steady presence and knowledge of both chamber programming and fundamentals of economic development. He has been involved with the individual and combined organizations for more than 12 years. His earlier work includes 15 years in banking.
“I am honored to serve in this capacity alongside our board of directors, staff and volunteers that remain committed to our vision of awakening greater economic opportunity for all within our thriving, engaged community,” shared Cleveland.
Executive Director, Orange County Chamber of Commerce - Orange, VA
$45,000 a year
The Orange County Chamber of Commerce with its 300+ members seeks to hire an energetic, business-minded individual with superior organizational skills to be the Executive Director. The Executive Director is employed by, reports to, and is responsible to the Chamber Board of Directors. The Executive Director is the Chamber's chief administrative, operational, and executive officer. The Executive Director is responsible for developing and administering the Chamber budgets; identifying key issues and matters of importance to the Chamber, its members and the business community; growing membership in the Chamber; and conducting fundraising activities. The Executive Director is the Chamber's principal representative and spokesperson. Bachelor's Degree in a related field and previous Chamber of Commerce experience preferred but not required. Mail resumes to Recruitment Committee, Orange County Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 146, Orange, VA. 22960 or email resumes. Resumes will be accepted until December 3, 2019 or until position is filled. Chamber website: www.orangevachamber.com
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000.00 /year
Zionsville (IN) Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is seeking a full-time leader to fill the role of
Executive Director. The Executive Director is hired by and is accountable to the Chamber's Board of
Directors and is responsible for the day-to-day management of all Chamber functions, staff leadership
and for carrying out policies, programs, initiatives, and duties established by the Board of Directors. The
Executive Director will be the public face of the Chamber and an advocate for the membership and
business community. Click here for more information.
Executive Director - Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Sugar Grove, IL Part Time
Membership Services
The Executive Director will plan, organize and oversee a range of services and events for members, including but not limited to maintaining the chamber website that features local business news and a membership directory that is available to the public and potential new customers and clients. The Executive Director will hold regular social events that offer members a chance to network and share information and ideas, identify common needs among local small business owners, arrange member development and programming activities, workshops and training seminars on different management issues, emerging trends and opportunities. In addition, the Executive Director will oversee annual award and scholarship programs that showcase businesses and business leaders.
Advocacy
The Executive Director will serve as an advocate for business and industry within the local community and beyond where appropriate. By staying abreast of local government and community affairs, the Executive Director will advocate for measures that benefit local business and be a familiar face and resource throughout the community. The Executive Director will summarize and present information obtained through engagement with stakeholders that identifies the impact on business and industry to the Board of Directors.
Community Ties
The Executive Director will engage in community efforts that support and enhance and promote the Chamber’s commitment to the community. For example, campaigns to raise money for local charities and cultural organizations, coordinating sponsorship of community events such as holiday parades, job and health fairs. In addition, the Executive Director shall work to create strategic ties within the community that lead to key partnerships between educators and employers so that schools can align their curriculum with the skills needed by the local labor market.
Qualified candidates should possess the following skills:
Exhibit excellent financial management, government relations, fundraising, relationship management and marketing skills as well as a demonstrated knowledge of the nonprofit sector.
3 to 5 years’ experience in chamber, association or government affairs work.
This position requires a hands-on approach and candidates must be willing to assume a wide variety of responsibilities from Chamber management to fund development and marketing to administrative tasks.
Candidates must be self-starters with a strong work ethic.
Successful candidates will also demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the Chamber's mission.
Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills are critical.
The candidate must be able to work with colleagues across the community and establish and foster relationships that encourage a collaborative work environment.
Strong organizational skills, pays attention to detail and has the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
Interested candidates are encouraged to provide a resume and cover letter to:
Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce - PO Box 765 - Sugar Grove IL 60554
or email.
Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce - PO Box 765 - Sugar Grove IL 60554
or email.
One Southern Indiana
Director of Business Retention & Expansion and Talent
One Southern Indiana (1si) expects this position to lead the outreach to and contact with existing businesses and industries to guide and assist with new business growth and existing business challenges. Additionally, the position provides support for 1si Metro Manufacturing Alliance (MMA) members, other member sectors and clients to guide and assist them in their business needs as well as their retention and expansion (growth) needs. This position serves as a facilitator of relationships and motivator of members. Building results-focused and trust-oriented relationships with educators, manufacturers, resource providers, and service providers will be paramount to success for this position. This position is responsible for coordinating talent development activities for MMA members and other member sectors by performing and overseeing duties pertinent to this position. Click for full job description. Interested candidates should forward resume and cover letter to: susana@1si.org
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Town Square Publications, a division of the Daily Herald Media Group, is a national chamber custom publishing group that specializes in developing partnerships by producing high-quality print and digitally integrated publications along with other added value programs dedicated to creating relevancy for local chambers of commerce and other membership focused organizations interested in raising non-dues revenues.
Town Square Publications parent company, Paddock Publications, has over 100 years’ experience of print product development and dedicated customer service in communities throughout the Midwest. Our experience allows Town Square Publications to offer you attractive royalty and non-dues revenue share streams, provide direct distribution of your custom designed printed publications, including digital and mobile integration, and all with the quickest turn-around times available in the industry. Town Square also offers multi-media maps in both print and online formats, both with our No-Cost guarantee. More information: Town Square Publications
Chambers of Commerce and member focused organizations serve as a valuable resource in the local marketplace. The networking opportunities and representation with a wide variety of diverse businesses in your community is the catalyst of a successful organization. For further information about Town Square's publishing partnership with chambers of commerce and our No-Cost guarantee and Earned Revenue Share Program, To request your chamber publication or map proposal, contact Town Square Chamber Proposal
