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Job description
About the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice for business success across the parish. We connect local businesses, government, education, and community leaders to strengthen the economy and quality of life throughout the region. Our Chamber is committed to advocacy, member service, and building a thriving, well-connected business community.
The Opportunity
The Chamber's Board of Directors is searching for a transformational leader to serve as President/CEO. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, marketing, and operations necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the Chamber, operating within an approved strategic plan, bylaws, policy, financial plans, and budget.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader who will unite our business community, strengthen partnerships across the parish, and elevate the Chamber as the leading advocate for business success. We want this person to be an exceptional communicator, a collaborative relationship builder, and a visionary executive capable of leading our organization into its next chapter.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Vision
Grow the Chamber's influence across the region
Assure that the organization has a long-range strategy that achieves its mission and goals in a consistent and timely manner
Provide leadership in developing program organization and financial plans with the Board of Directors, staff and membership
Relationship Building & Community Liaison
Unite business, government, education, nonprofit, and community leaders across Livingston Parish
Serve as the Chamber's liaison to the broader community
Establish mutually beneficial relationships with appropriate organizations and maintain open relationships with elected officials
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in Livingston Parish
Lead a relationship-driven organization with member service and sales as top priorities
Drive membership acquisition and retention across the Chamber's membership base
Ensure a high level of customer service to members and maintain accurate, updated membership records
Community Visibility & Leadership
Serve as a visible community leader and the face of the business community
Participate in community activities and events to contribute a positive image of the Chamber
Lead event planning and fundraising efforts on behalf of the Chamber
Board Partnership & Operations
Communicate regularly with the Board of Directors and welcome accountability
Recommend, guide, and assist the Board in developing long-term strategic goals, yearly budget and an annual program of work
Responsible for the management, recruitment, employment, and release of Chamber personnel
Who We're Looking For
Minimum of 5 years of experience in executive-level management
Bachelor's degree in advertising, business, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred; appropriate experience may be substituted for a degree
Strong leadership skills and is proven to be an effective communicator
Strategic visionary with a track record of driving organizational growth
Successful in leading a relationship-driven organization
Experience working with or reporting to a governing board
A self-starter with a high level of initiative and proven leadership abilities
Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
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Worksite address
denham springs, LA, 70726, US
Who can apply
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