- Location
- North Chicago, Illinois, United States · published
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Director
- Source
- Workable
Description
Our client, a well-established national trade association, is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization into its next stage of growth. The association serves a diverse B2B membership of manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, and operators through industry events, education, networking, and advocacy.
The organization is stable and has an engaged, supportive Board. It is now ready to modernize, expand its membership into adjacent markets, and build a stronger member-centric culture. This is a role for a builder. The right leader will enjoy putting systems and processes in place, growing a lean team, and turning strategy into measurable results.
What You Will Lead
- Growth and Revenue: Own financial performance for an operating budget in the low seven figures. Drive membership recruitment and retention and grow net revenue. Diversify revenue through sponsorships, programs, events, and new member offerings.
- Transformation: Lead the organization through a period of modernization, including launching a brand refresh and building scalable processes, systems, and member data capabilities.
- Team Building: Lead and develop a small staff, recruit key new hires, and build a collaborative, high-performing culture.
- Events and Programs: Serve as executive lead for major annual industry trade shows produced with partner organizations and a contracted show management firm. Also oversee year-round education, awards, and an annual member meeting.
- Board Partnership: Work with the Board and its committees to implement strategic, generative governance. Report clearly on progress, finances, risks, and opportunities.
- External Relations and Advocacy: Serve as a visible ambassador for the association and its industry with members, partners, allied associations, media, and government officials. Coordinate legislative and regulatory efforts with counsel and lobbyists.
- Operations: Oversee finance, compliance, HR, technology, and administration. This includes budget development with the Finance Committee, internal controls, and the annual audit.
Benefits
Base salary of $120,000 to $150,000, depending on experience.An annual performance bonus program.Health and retirement plans.California Residents: For more information about the categories of personal information we collect for recruiting and employment purposes, please review our Privacy Policy at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.Colorado, Nevada, New York City, California, and Washington Residents: Compensation information is available in the job post or will be provided during the interview process if not initially available.Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.Rhode Island: We do not request or require salary history from applicants.Connecticut: We provide wage range information upon request or before discussing compensation.New Jersey: We do not inquire about salary history unless voluntarily disclosed.