The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America
Chief Experience Officer
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Position Overview
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Chief Experience Officer (CXO) is a visionary leader responsible for driving strategic growth and enhancing the overall member experience across the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. This role provides executive oversight of Marketing, Membership, and Communications, ensuring alignment with the YMCA’s mission and strategic priorities. The CXO leads growth-minded teams to develop and execute innovative strategies that strengthen brand presence, increase membership engagement, and communicate the Y’s impact throughout the community. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred. YMCA Organizational Leader certification preferred. Eight or more years of professional experience with a background in fundraising in the YMCA or another non-profit preferred. Ability to relate to top community leaders and diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proven track record of developing and executing growth strategies in a mission-driven or service-oriented organization. Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Ability to think strategically and execute operationally in a fast-paced environment. A high degree of skill in YMCA program development and operations, fiscal management, board and volunteer development, membership growth and retention, staff development, community development, and collaboration. Flexibility and sensitivity to individual community and local association market differences and must be able to engender acceptance in a highly diverse environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work within the culture while being able to think strategically and creatively to move the YMCA forward in its mission. Strong project management skills, analytical skills, creativity, and resourcefulness in formulating a unique approach to increase YMCA brand awareness and appreciation. Requires the ability to track, analyze, and design short and long-term multi-market strategies and key programs that can be executed in the marketplace in collaboration with peers, partners, volunteers, and local associations. Must be able to utilize high-level communication, persuasion, and strategic thoughts to help others understand internal and external positions and promote new ideas in an open environment.
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This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Chief Experience Officer (CXO) is a visionary leader responsible for driving strategic growth and enhancing the overall member experience across the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. This role provides executive oversight of Marketing, Membership, and Communications, ensuring alignment with the YMCA’s mission and strategic priorities. The CXO leads growth-minded teams to develop and execute innovative strategies that strengthen brand presence, increase membership engagement, and communicate the Y’s impact throughout the community. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred. YMCA Organizational Leader certification preferred. Eight or more years of professional experience with a background in fundraising in the YMCA or another non-profit preferred. Ability to relate to top community leaders and diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proven track record of developing and executing growth strategies in a mission-driven or service-oriented organization. Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Ability to think strategically and execute operationally in a fast-paced environment. A high degree of skill in YMCA program development and operations, fiscal management, board and volunteer development, membership growth and retention, staff development, community development, and collaboration. Flexibility and sensitivity to individual community and local association market differences and must be able to engender acceptance in a highly diverse environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work within the culture while being able to think strategically and creatively to move the YMCA forward in its mission. Strong project management skills, analytical skills, creativity, and resourcefulness in formulating a unique approach to increase YMCA brand awareness and appreciation. Requires the ability to track, analyze, and design short and long-term multi-market strategies and key programs that can be executed in the marketplace in collaboration with peers, partners, volunteers, and local associations. Must be able to utilize high-level communication, persuasion, and strategic thoughts to help others understand internal and external positions and promote new ideas in an open environment.
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