President & CEO |
| January 09, 2012 - August 30, 2012 |
| Location: | Louisville, KY |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Department: | Executive |
| Description: | The President and CEO is responsible for the day-to-day management of all GLI functions carrying out policies established within the limits of the bylaws of GLI and policies established by the Board of Directors.
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| Duties: | Develop a strategic plan to advance GLI�s mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization
Recruit, select and develop the Senior Leadership Team
Maintain an effective Economic Development Program that meets the needs of the membership and the region
Set an effective tone and culture for the organization
Attract and retain the necessary resources for the organization
Plan and coordinate meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors
Determine and develop effective partnerships for GLI
Oversee the finances of GLI, including the annual budget and long range forecasts of needs
Develop and maintain an effective communications program responsive to the needs of the organization
In concert with the Office of the Chair, develop and maintain an effective governance structure and system
Identify critical issues that may impact the Chamber and its members
Maintains effective internal and external public relations, including government relations and reputation management locally
Serve as primary spokesperson for the organization
Maintain the legal an ethical integrity of GLI
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| Qualifications: | Bachelor�s degree plus ten (10) years of senior level experience. A combination of education and experience may be substituted when proficiency is demonstrated. Leadership skills are primary; demonstrated track record in recruiting, hiring and developing staff. Expertise in sales and marketing, strategic planning, sales administration, decision making, staff development and finance.
Ability to exercise judgment and diplomacy in a wide variety of public contact situations. Extensive community knowledge is required.
Should be goal oriented, reliable in meeting deadlines, well organized and a consensus builder.
Must be able to pass any required drug test, maintain a valid driver�s license, and maintain the confidentiality of any information s/he encounters.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.
Strong knowledge of computers.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Demonstrate a sense of vision for the mission of GLI and the leadership skills necessary to execute against that vision.
Demonstrated leadership ability and competency.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to direct, supervise and delegate work activity.
Possess general knowledge of business practices, operations and needs.
Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
Extensive professional knowledge, including areas that make up the major strategic areas of GLI
Ability to review and critically appraise programs proposals and other complex issues.
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel.
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