Association for Corporate Growth (ACG)
ACG San Diego Chapter - Executive Director
Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Summary
In this hands‑on role, the Executive Director is responsible for managing the chapter’s day‑to‑day operations and developing and implementing the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, in collaboration with the ACG San Diego Board and Committee Chairs. The Executive Director will provide direction and leadership to the chapter staff and work closely with members and volunteer leaders to drive chapter growth and a positive member experience.
Board Administration and Support
Works with ACG San Diego President & Board to determine the strategic direction of the organization and create goals and objectives that fulfill the mission of ACG San Diego.
Supports operations and administration of the Board, working with the Executive Committee on meeting coordination & agenda development.
Prioritizes day‑to‑day management and back‑office support of the organization, acting as the primary point of contact with any paid staff.
Determines external communication strategy and ensures effective external communications via the organization’s website, emails, and all other member/stakeholder communications.
Interfaces between the San Diego Board and the broader organization across all ACG chapters and ACG headquarters.
Actively participates, facilitates and supports committee and Board meetings and discussions.
Ensures smooth transition of new Board and committee members, upholding term timeframes & facilitating a consistent and robust leadership pipeline.
Program, Product and Service Delivery
In collaboration with the ACG San Diego President and the Board, defines strategic goals and objectives and oversees marketing, promotion & execution of programs, products, and services.
Responsible for financial and budget development, management, and ensuring the events are fiscally sound and profitable.
Member Relations
Works closely with the Membership Committee and other relevant committees to develop and implement the Chapter’s strategic plan for improving membership quality, quantity, and demographics.
Builds relationships with San Diego members and industry prospects to publicize, promote and actualize the Chapter’s goals and values through events and programs.
Maintains a climate that attracts, retains and engages a membership of qualified professionals in the M&A ecosystem.
Ensures member information requests and questions are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
Follows the highest ethical standards, ensures accountability, and complies with all applicable laws.
Assists with sponsorship strategy, planning & implementation, designing sponsor opportunities within defined sales parameters, & assigning resources appropriately.
Effectively manages sponsor relationships.
Identifies new sponsors and/or industry categories that have not traditionally been Chapter sponsors.
Assists Sponsorship Committee chair and/or other Board members to secure identified opportunities.
Develops a yearly financial strategy, building a balanced budget and prudently managing resources within budget guidelines and financial growth goals.
Monitors monthly and per event P&L’s, measuring program, membership and sponsorship performance to goals to ensure continued financial health of the chapter.
Other Duties as Assigned
Fulfills any additional needs of the organization to ensure ACG San Diego’s growth, impact and success as they arise.
Exhibits executive presence, interpersonal skills and the ability to act as an effective facilitator within the volunteer leadership team of the organization.
Translates strategic guidance from the ACG San Diego Board into specific goals, and initiates and/or manages programs and activities that meet those goals in a timely fashion.
Demonstrates integrity to enable relationship building with members, partners, sponsors and other organizations.
Has experience managing outside contractors and/or in‑house staff.
Has a professional network and the ability to help identify and forge strategic partnerships and expand the sponsorship base.
Has proven success developing and implementing member recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
Minimum of 3‑5 years executive experience leading an organization or division of a larger entity, with responsibility for overall management, including financial management, administration, and implementing complex programs (nonprofit management experience a plus).
Ability to see and develop the "big picture" while maintaining attention to detail.
Comfortable with the technology and tools needed to communicate, manage and lead an organization.
Self‑directed and able to set and achieve goals with minimal oversight.
Ability to cultivate an open, respectful working relationship with all stakeholders where information is shared and communication flows openly.
Proven ability to leverage results, constantly adapting and innovating to stay ahead of the needs of the Association and its members, partners and sponsors.
Transparent and high‑integrity leadership.
Demonstrated budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision‑making and reporting.
Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
Strong public speaking skills and ability to convey a vision of ACG San Diego’s strategic future to the private capital ecosystem as well as the Board, volunteers, sponsors and potential members.
Working knowledge of and relationships within the private capital ecosystem a plus.
Knowledge of fundraising strategies and sponsor relations unique to nonprofit sector.
Ability to collaborate with and motivate Board members and other volunteers.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interface with and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups.
Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
Salary Range is $90,000.00 - $100,000.00.
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Board Administration and Support
Works with ACG San Diego President & Board to determine the strategic direction of the organization and create goals and objectives that fulfill the mission of ACG San Diego.
Supports operations and administration of the Board, working with the Executive Committee on meeting coordination & agenda development.
Prioritizes day‑to‑day management and back‑office support of the organization, acting as the primary point of contact with any paid staff.
Determines external communication strategy and ensures effective external communications via the organization’s website, emails, and all other member/stakeholder communications.
Interfaces between the San Diego Board and the broader organization across all ACG chapters and ACG headquarters.
Actively participates, facilitates and supports committee and Board meetings and discussions.
Ensures smooth transition of new Board and committee members, upholding term timeframes & facilitating a consistent and robust leadership pipeline.
Program, Product and Service Delivery
In collaboration with the ACG San Diego President and the Board, defines strategic goals and objectives and oversees marketing, promotion & execution of programs, products, and services.
Responsible for financial and budget development, management, and ensuring the events are fiscally sound and profitable.
Member Relations
Works closely with the Membership Committee and other relevant committees to develop and implement the Chapter’s strategic plan for improving membership quality, quantity, and demographics.
Builds relationships with San Diego members and industry prospects to publicize, promote and actualize the Chapter’s goals and values through events and programs.
Maintains a climate that attracts, retains and engages a membership of qualified professionals in the M&A ecosystem.
Ensures member information requests and questions are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
Follows the highest ethical standards, ensures accountability, and complies with all applicable laws.
Assists with sponsorship strategy, planning & implementation, designing sponsor opportunities within defined sales parameters, & assigning resources appropriately.
Effectively manages sponsor relationships.
Identifies new sponsors and/or industry categories that have not traditionally been Chapter sponsors.
Assists Sponsorship Committee chair and/or other Board members to secure identified opportunities.
Develops a yearly financial strategy, building a balanced budget and prudently managing resources within budget guidelines and financial growth goals.
Monitors monthly and per event P&L’s, measuring program, membership and sponsorship performance to goals to ensure continued financial health of the chapter.
Other Duties as Assigned
Fulfills any additional needs of the organization to ensure ACG San Diego’s growth, impact and success as they arise.
Exhibits executive presence, interpersonal skills and the ability to act as an effective facilitator within the volunteer leadership team of the organization.
Translates strategic guidance from the ACG San Diego Board into specific goals, and initiates and/or manages programs and activities that meet those goals in a timely fashion.
Demonstrates integrity to enable relationship building with members, partners, sponsors and other organizations.
Has experience managing outside contractors and/or in‑house staff.
Has a professional network and the ability to help identify and forge strategic partnerships and expand the sponsorship base.
Has proven success developing and implementing member recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
Minimum of 3‑5 years executive experience leading an organization or division of a larger entity, with responsibility for overall management, including financial management, administration, and implementing complex programs (nonprofit management experience a plus).
Ability to see and develop the "big picture" while maintaining attention to detail.
Comfortable with the technology and tools needed to communicate, manage and lead an organization.
Self‑directed and able to set and achieve goals with minimal oversight.
Ability to cultivate an open, respectful working relationship with all stakeholders where information is shared and communication flows openly.
Proven ability to leverage results, constantly adapting and innovating to stay ahead of the needs of the Association and its members, partners and sponsors.
Transparent and high‑integrity leadership.
Demonstrated budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision‑making and reporting.
Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
Strong public speaking skills and ability to convey a vision of ACG San Diego’s strategic future to the private capital ecosystem as well as the Board, volunteers, sponsors and potential members.
Working knowledge of and relationships within the private capital ecosystem a plus.
Knowledge of fundraising strategies and sponsor relations unique to nonprofit sector.
Ability to collaborate with and motivate Board members and other volunteers.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interface with and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups.
Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
Salary Range is $90,000.00 - $100,000.00.
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