President/CEO, Chamber of Commerce



President/CEO, Chamber of CommerceForsyth-Monroe County Chamber of CommerceFull Job DescriptionThe Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce in Forsyth, Georgia is currently seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of President and Chief Executive Officer. From its beginning in 1978, the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce has strived to become the premier business association in the region and is a driving force behind the economic success of Forsyth, GA and Monroe County. The Chamber unites businesses and professionals across 300+ members to collectively accomplish what cannot be done individually.Position:The President provides strategic direction, vision, and management for the programs and personnel of the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce. He/she demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, member sales and services, program management, public policy, nonprofit governance and operations, finance and accounting, public speaking, and fundraising. He/she has full responsibility for profit and loss, fiscal stability, and compliance. He/she will be a dynamic leader with the ability to manage current programs while developing new initiatives and partnerships with other business and community organizations to achieve goals and objectives set by the Board of Directors.Reporting:The President reports to the Board of Directors in accordance with the by-laws, however on a regular basis reports to the Executive Committee and Finance Committee.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strategic vision with extensive and nuanced skills to drive change management, mission fulfillment, and operational outcomesHighly developed interpersonal skills and emotional intelligenceBroad knowledge of industry acumen, entrepreneurship, and innovationStrong understanding of the political landscape for change and collaboration with civic leadership and partner organizationsDemonstrated skills in human resource development, team building, and performance measurement and managementAdept at coalition building, relationship management, and negotiating complex agreementsExceptional communication skills both written and orally with members, potential members, elected officials, outside organizations, media outlets, and the Board of DirectorsPossesses and demonstrates high standards of integrity, work ethic, trustworthiness, and personal responsibilityStrong working knowledge of non-profit financial accounting and reportingExcellent computer skills including Microsoft Office suite, Chamber Master, QuickBooks, and Virtual Adaptation/ Video Teleconference SkillsResponsibilities:Strategic Planning and Implementation: At the direction of and in participation with the Board, the President creates and implements the strategic plan for the Chamber.Members Services and Sales: The President is responsible for the overall performance of the Chamber’s membership activities including membership acquisition, stewardship and retention.Program Management: The President oversees and assesses the line-up, schedule, design, implementation, budget, and structure for the Chamber’s programs and events.Human Resources: The President will attract, develop, discipline, retain, terminate, and pay employees per the Chamber’s bylaws and budgets with Board consent. Ensures compliance with relevant employment and workplace laws. Works with the Board to ensure employees have the proper resources to be effective.Finance and Accounting: The President ensures the Chamber establishes and follows generally accepted accounting and financial practices that ensures organizational safety and soundness, prepares annual budgets and forecasts for approval by the Board, prepares monthly financial reports and presents to the Finance Committee and Board, achieves budget targets, builds and maintains solid internal controls, sustains operations, and grows capacity for new initiatives.Nonprofit Governance and Operations: The President ensures the Board, governance bodies, and volunteer leaders are actively engaged and aligned to support the mission and functional activities of the Chamber.Public Policy: The President represents the Chamber on a variety of public policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels which require him/her to develop platforms, messaging, advocacy channels, and strategic relationships.Public Relations/Outreach: The President is responsible for creating and maintaining a dynamic and forward-thinking public image for the organization, including strategies for marketing, communications, media relations, community relations and public speaking. Frequent regional and statewide travel may be required to promote Monroe County, the Chamber and its membership to a broader audience.Fundraising: The President is responsible for philanthropic relations, donor engagement, grant writing, and program growth.Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Communications, Policy, Public Affairs, or Government Relations is preferred but related experience will be considered in lieu of academic credentials.Experience: Executive management and leadership positions within the private, public, or nonprofit sectors demonstrating progressively greater responsibility. Proven experience and ability to work effectively with public policy makers and influential business/community leaders.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: To be determined based on ExperienceRange for Base Salary of $40,000 to $50,000/yearQuarterly and Annual incentives based on performanceBenefits:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceRetirement planPaid time offProfessional development assistanceCell phone allotmentCompany’s Webpage:'s Facebook page: ................
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