President Jobs in Bensenville, IL

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer STAFF: 25 (combination of full-time employees and contractors) OVERVIEW: Southland Development Authority (SDA) is dedicated to fostering economic growth and community development within the South Suburban region. Our mission is to drive sustainable development, support local businesses, and enhance the quality of life for residents through strategic initiatives and partnerships. SUMMARY: The President will play a pivotal role in supporting the CEO to execute the corporation's strategic vision. This individual will be instrumental in managing operations, spearheading development projects, and nurturing stakeholder relationships to promote the region's economic and social prosperity. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and a collaborative and energetic leader with seasoned management experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with the CEO to develop and implement strategic plans that reflect the corporation's commitment to community development and economic revitalization Oversee major development projects, ensuring they align with the corporation's goals and deliver tangible benefits to the Southland community Engage with government entities, local businesses, and community leaders to build partnerships and secure funding for development initiatives Collaborate with the finance team to manage budgets and financial strategies that maximize resource allocation for community projects Champion a culture of excellence and inclusivity within the organization, promoting employee development and aligning staff efforts with the corporation's mission Leverage technology and innovative practices to improve organizational efficiency and the effectiveness of community development programs Respond to crises with strategic solutions that safeguard the corporation's interests and the well-being of the Southland community Advocate for corporate social responsibility, ensuring that all activities adhere to ethical standards and positively impact the Southland region Assist and direct fundraising and revenue generation Work with Finance and Administration team to prepare budgets and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting Attract, train, motivate and retain staff Report and share information with the Board to ensure they are kept fully informed on the condition of the organization and important factors influencing it Ensure highly productive relationships and partnerships for the benefit of the organization Set goals, monitor work, and evaluate results to ensure that departmental and organizational objectives and operating requirements are met and are in line with the needs and mission of the organization Work alongside community leaders, executive directors, business partners, donors/funders, government officials, and senior staff/board members Participate in and nurture broad networks of alliances with others to exchange knowledge and information about learning and change in support of program initiatives QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree preferred in business, urban planning, finance, marketing, or related field 7-10 years progressive management with significant leadership experience in community development, economic development, Real Estate Development and/or Finance Proven success in working with industry, diverse, civic and public sector officials and communities with complex challenges and opportunities Demonstrated success in managing large-scale projects and initiatives that benefit communities Strong P&L experience in non-profit or public sector Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders Commitment to the corporation's mission and values COMPENSATION: Salary range is $200,000-$225,000 plus bonus potential and is commensurate with experience CONTACT: Qualified candidates expressing interest in the opportunity, please submit a resume/CV and cover letter with President in the subject line to: Marian Carrington at *************************************.

As a Global organization, Sunstar Americas, Inc. is dedicated to improving overall health through oral health. Headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, we believe people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals as part of the trusted GUM brand portfolio of products. Join our high-performance, growth-oriented US Business Team as the Director of Category Management! POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Category Management will be a key member of the US business leadership team, reporting to the US General Manager and responsible for building, developing, and leading a transformational category management team focused on driving brand and category growth to deliver both short and long-term strategic and financial objectives. In this role, the Director of Category Management will develop customer relationships to maximize the brand's retail brand position, investment productivity and overall thought leadership across an omnichannel consumer experience. This leader will also have the opportunity to build and develop a new team adding category management and shopper insight capabilities to Sunstar. A successful category management leader will have a demonstrated growth mindset, work with multiple priorities, and manage ambiguity as part of a fast-paced, high-performance team with a bias for action. RESPONSIBILITIES Translating business priorities into category management strategies and tactics to achieve financial and strategic goals. Key contributor to the development of customer-specific presentation materials supporting sales team's customer meetings for and joint business planning sessions. Engage with key strategic customers to develop brand, segment, and category growth strategies. Manage relationships for data providers and partners to best utilize and deploy value added insights across the organization. Develop, execute, and manage customer specific and ad-hoc projects, reports, analysis and competitive evaluation using multiple sources of data. Responsible for category “captain” related activities including category reviews and POG development. Prepare and communicate monthly business updates. Work collaboratively across key cross functional groups including sales, brand marketing, customer marketing, new products, and finance. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES CPG Category Management, Sales and Customer Marketing experience. Bachelor's degree required; MBA strongly preferred. Critical thinking & decision-making skills through data utilization to deliver results. Proven experience leading agencies partners to achieve business goals. Strong financial acumen, understanding of profit/revenue drivers and ROI analysis. Strong analytical skills and experience gathering and analyzing Nielsen, IRI, POS and other industry data sources. Excellent oral and written communication skills

The Division President stands at the helm of the division within the company, orchestrating the strategic direction and operational execution that aligns with the company's overarching goals. This role involves a blend of leadership, foresight, and managerial acumen to ensure the division not only meets its targets and goals but also contributes significantly to the success of the entire organization. By overseeing various departments, the Division President ensures that the division's strategies are implemented effectively, fostering innovation, efficiency, and growth. This position requires a deep understanding of the industry, the ability to navigate complex challenges, and the skill to motivate and lead a diverse team towards achieving exceptional results Job Summary: The Division President oversees the strategic direction, financial performance and overall operations of 200 + stores across a multi-state region. This senior executive manages the P&L, develops and implements business strategies, oversees merchandising and inventory management and ensures customer satisfaction. Strong leadership, analytical skills and experience in multi-unit retail management are essential for success in this role. The Division President will ensure that store operations are streamlined, customer-centric, and fully aligned with the company's strategic goals while fostering a culture that promotes ethical practices, customer focus and encourages individual integrity. Essential Functions (Responsibilities & Duties of Position) The Role: Strategic Execution: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the division's strategic plan aligned with the overall company objectives. Oversee the development and implementation of strategic business plans to ensure the division's growth and sustainability for all periodic and quarterly reviews. Encourage innovation and continuous improvement within the division to stay ahead in the competitive retail landscape. Sales and Profit Growth: Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth. Accountable for driving sales and profit growth across all retail locations by driving sales initiatives, promotional campaigns and marketing strategies to maximize revenue and market share. Partners with their Chief Operating Officer and corporate functional leaders across the enterprise to ensure they understand the key business initiatives and to ensure the work they are doing is appropriately prioritized and aligned to achieving the stated goals. Ensure the effective implementation of company policies, plans, methods, and programs to achieve projected sales and profitability targets. Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities and consumer behavior to make informed business decisions. Focus on enhancing the overall customer experience within the division, ensuring high satisfaction levels. Financial Management: Oversee the division's financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting and profit and loss management ensuring profitability. Provides regular reports and analysis to the executive team on the division's performance, challenges and opportunities. People Leadership & Development: Provides leadership, motivation, mentoring and development to the division's management team and staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture with high employee satisfaction. Provides leadership to the Human Resources Lead, S/VPs of Operations and S/VP Merchandising and Marketing to ensure that they are continuously improving the customer and associate experience and driving key business outcomes while ensuring associate growth, compliance, and productivity across the division. Assesses and closely monitors strengths and weaknesses of all team members and is responsible for ensuring diverse top talent is prepared for and placed in all key roles Ensure there is an effective succession plan in place for the Division President position and other key leaders reporting to the Division President. Cultivates a positive and inclusive work culture that empowers associates to excel in their roles, fosters collaboration, and promotes continuous learning and growth. Implement employee engagement programs that promote retention, career growth, and a positive work environment across all retail locations. Maintain a positive and ethical work climate that is conducive to attracting, retaining and motivating top-quality employees at all levels. Operational Oversight: Ensure efficient and effective day-to-day operations, including inventory management, supply chain and logistics. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure a reliable supply chain. Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements applicable to the division. Drive innovation and operational excellence within the division to improve products, services, and processes. Position Qualifications The Person: The Division President plays a pivotal role in driving the success of the retail division by combining strategic vision, financial acumen and effective leadership. Specific requirements include: A creator: You can see creative solutions to serve our customers. A networker: You can develop and build extensive relationships. A collaborator: You can work across levels and functions to get results. A problem-solver: You find ways to get things done. A diplomat: you work well with people with different backgrounds. A constant customer champion: You know the customers and are committed to improving their lives. A restless curiosity: You are always looking for a better way, seeking to understand where the consumer is headed. A deep conviction: You have a passion for developing and increasing the value of this growing category. 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in the retail industry, with demonstrated success leading a multi-unit, multi-state P&L Proven success in scaling programs, processes, systems, products, and people to meet objectives. Experience presenting and influencing a diverse audience to achieve desired results. Experience with project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives) Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver quality products and solutions. Established track record of effectively making high judgement decisions. Ability to travel 25% to 35%. Ideally located, or willing to be based in the Chicago area is required. Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or a related field (MBA preferred) or equivalent and related professional experience ABOUT US: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities. C&S has established a subsidiary, 1918 Winter Street Partners, which will operate the recently announced purchase of several hundred stores that have become available due to The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies Inc. merger. The transaction is not final and C&S's agreement is subject to Kroger and Albertsons resolving the pending cases in court.

Chief Executive Officer - High Growth Residential Home Services Buy-and Build; Private Equity ownership Our client is a leading middle-market residential home services company in a mode of rapid growth. The company has a strong reputation for providing high quality services within the industry and is recognized for its ability to execute a complete suite of services in their field. The company is backed by a private equity sponsor with a focus on investing in building out infrastructure and introducing process to support organic and acquisitive growth before taking the company through a sale process. The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for developing and executing the overall strategy of this organization, leading the day-to-day operations with full P&L responsibility for the business. As CEO, you will be a strategic partner to the private equity investors and will execute on the investment thesis of building out a scalable organization while increasing the profitability of the business as it scales. The position requires a strong suite of experience across sales, marketing, operations and M&A integration within a residential home services context. You will have proven experience in building a high-performing team to support a quick ramp-up and growth strategy. The CEO will be involved at a granular level across all aspects of the business and will be as comfortable in the board room as out in the field. This role requires a high-energy, entrepreneurial leader who can implement best practices and lead from the front. This position offers an attractive compensation package, which includes a competitive base salary, bonus and compelling equity incentive.

Company Positioned for rapid growth through organic and acquisitive initiatives, The Company engineers and manufactures critical infrastructure components. Opportunity Reporting to and working closely with the CEO as well as The Board, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will serve as a key leader in transforming operations as well as developing and executing strategic objectives. To be successful as the COO, you are known for adeptly tracking performance metrics and excelling in creating agile operational systems adaptable to fast-paced growth. As a confident and data-driven decision-maker, you also have a strong background in managing relationships with external stakeholders, contributing to organizational success. Responsibilities Serve as the key liaison to the PE investor Develop and implement operational strategies to transform and improve efficiency, quality, profitability, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction Identify opportunities to scale and expand existing engineering, project management, and sales organizations Oversee the procurement, supply chain, engineering, project management, manufacturing, and sales Develop annual budget, in collaboration with the leadership team and manage day-to-day operations to the annual budget Create KPIs to track operational performance and communicate performance to President and Board of Directors Foster relationships with customers, distributors, and labor union Establish best practices and standard operating procedures Support The Board with add-on acquisition activities, including diligence and integrations Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field Proven record of accomplishment of success in a COO/VP of Operations/or similar Demonstrated success in transforming/improving industrial manufacturing process Strong financial acumen with prior P&L management in a manufacturing environment Experience leading and managing cross-functional teams across multiple locations/states Willing/able to be onsite Experience in a PE sponsored environment is highly valued Compensation & Benefits Cash comp + Equity 401K with employer contribution Medical/Dental/Vision/STD and LTD Insurance

Facility Administrator/CEO - Center for Minimally Invasive SurgeryJOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML Mokena, Illinois Ctr for Minimally Invasive Surg Business Ops Regular Full-time 1 USD $120,000.00/Yr. USD $170,000.00/Yr. 36734 Job Description Overview Today, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our teammates create value in specialty care by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering on the quadruple aim of high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care. As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment, Only SCA Health has a dynamic group of physician-driven, specialty care businesses that allows us to customize solutions, no matter the need or challenge: We connect patients to physicians in new and differentiated ways as part of Optum and with our new Specialty Management Solutions business. We have pioneered a physician-led, multi-site model of practice solutions that restores physician agency by aligning incentives to support growth and transition to value-based care. We lead the industry in value-based payment solutions through our Global 1 bundled payment convener, that provides easy predictable billing to patients. We help physicians address everything beyond surgical procedures, including anesthesia and ancillary service lines. The new SCA Health represents who we are today and where we are going-and the growing career opportunities for YOU. Responsibilities Role Summary: Accountable for executing the growth strategy, direct P&L responsibility and overall goal execution of one SCAH facility. Key Roles: • Clinical Quality and Patient Safety: Champion SCAH's HRO Journey with responsibility to ensure leaders, teams, and physicians achieve clinical excellence and drive zero harm through adoption and standardization of Clinical Quality standards • Facility Partnership Performance: Leads, mentors and develops a high performing facility team of clinical and operational professionals focused on clinical quality outcomes, volume growth drivers, labor efficiencies and operational excellence • Support Teammates: Leads, mentors and develops a high performing facility team of clinical and operational professionals focused on clinical quality outcomes, volume growth drivers, labor efficiencies and operational excellence Key Responsibilities: • Drive Excellent Clinical Quality • Effectively drives and sustains a zero patient harm culture • Proactively collaborates with physicians to meet patient needs and exceed patient expectations • Effectively builds and manages a team of high-performing clinicians to deliver excellent patient care • Leads and/or partners with Medical Executive Committee, Governing Body, and Board of Managers in developing clinical guidelines and implementing the center's response to the changing healthcare needs of the community. A CEO (Practice Administrator) leads and develops teams. • Leads, mentors, and develops a team of clinical and business professionals, focused on clinical quality outcomes, volume growth drivers, labor efficiencies, supply chain management, and revenue cycle optimization consistent with SCA's mission, vision and values • Utilizes effective hiring and development processes combined with sound judgment and decision making to ensure a high performing team is in place • Provides teammates with the authority, accountability, training, information and resources to achieve their full potential and successfully drive the center's performance • Strong interpersonal skills and communication style that will develop confidence in the team they lead and keep the attention of the broader organization and ensure that clear expectations are communicated • Creates a vision, momentum, and process that that leads others to embrace change • Drives organizational capability by building a highly committed and capable management team at center • Assesses, attracts, retains and develops internal personnel to meet performance expectations and future infrastructure expansion needs • Emotional maturity and ability to create change in an environment where the structure may evolve rapidly • Serves as on-site personnel director and ensures fair and prompt resolution of teammate complaints, grievances and operating proble • Drive top-line growth & cultivate strong physician relationships. • Owns and is accountable for organic top-line growth via increased volume, strategic service line growth, new physician recruitment, and increasing volume from existing physicians • Designs and executes physician recruitment and marketing programs designed to drive case volume growth via partnerships with physicians, medical groups, health system partners, local employers and third-party payers • Initiates, develops and maintains strong physician relationships to support topline growth, governance, board/partnership interests, and trust/confidence in SCA as a preferred partner and management company • Recommends, develops and executes short- and long-term strategic plans that drive best in class clinical, financial, and operational results • Partners with Regional Lead and other SCA leaders to design and implement various growth initiatives and operational effectiveness opportunities • Leads operational excellence. • Responsible for the center's P&L, including managing financial controls and reporting • Implements and maintains annual strategic business plans that best serves the partnership and the local market dynamics • Proactively collaborates with SCA corporate departments in order to identify and implement best practices related to clinical quality, volume growth, and operational excellence • Safeguards the Center's assets and ensures that Center's building and/or tenant improvements and equipment are maintained in good working order and in compliance with local, state and federal regulations • Oversees facility management, life safety codes and environment of care requirements and is proactive in managing the facility operations • Maintains center operations in compliance with regulatory requirements and accrediting body standards at all times • Provide support including (but not limited to): Medical Records, Credentialing, Admissions/Intake, Accounts Payable, Billing, Collections, Insurance Verification, Transaction, Posting, Clinical Logs and other duties as needed Qualifications Education Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, or equivalent work experience will be considered. Years of Experience: The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in healthcare, 2+ years of leadership experience. Preferred Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in ASC, outpatient, surgical site, and multi-site healthcare settings. USD $120,000.00/Yr. USD $170,000.00/Yr. PIfa8c83befaa1-26***********7

VP of Operations $160,000 - $180,000 plus bonuses & excellent benefits! Wheaton area We are leading the charge in innovative healthcare equipment solutions, creating customizable products that prioritize patient health and safety. We need an executive level Engineer, someone who loves to build and grow manufacturing processes to a pinnacle level. With our dedicated in-house customization and strategic partnerships with contract manufacturers, we are committed to delivering the highest quality products tailored to our clients' unique needs. As we grow, we are seeking a visionary leader to join our executive team as the Vice President of Operations. As the VP of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in driving our operational excellence and strategic initiatives. You will oversee all aspects of production, customization, and logistics, ensuring that our operations are efficient, scalable, and aligned with our commitment to quality. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team and shape the future of our company in a vital industry. We are a team of energetic, results oriented and creative problem solvers who think outside the box and who know that we are sitting on a gold mine. Your leadership will directly impact public health and safety across our nations health care industry. Ready to Lead? If you are a dynamic operations leader with a passion for innovation and excellence, we want to hear from you! We need you to: Develop and implement operational strategies that enhance efficiency and product quality across all manufacturing and customization processes. Collaborate with contract manufacturers to ensure seamless production and delivery of our sanitization solutions. Lead and mentor the operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive innovation. Work closely with executive leadership to align operations with overall business goals and customer needs. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to sanitization products. We are looking for an A player with… Proven experience in a senior operations role, preferably within manufacturing or product customization. Strong understanding of supply chain management and contract manufacturing processes. Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a track record of driving performance. Analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with internal teams and external partners.

Title: Executive Vice President - Resorts Salary: $150K - $160K + bonus Resort experience required Executive Vice President Oversee and support HHS' operations at multiple locations across a region. Motivate on-site management teams and drive success by creating a positive culture and implementing HHS programs and ensuring that policies and best practices are followed. Responsibilities Protect and support HHS standards for quality at all of the facilities across a region Direct and organize budgetary performance to maintain costs and maximize profits Negotiate and implement contract renewals and addendums with costings that are consistent with company guidelines Manage job sites that have excessive worker's compensation activity to create a safe work environment Champion new programs and initiatives to drive adoption at the account level Execute and implement startup processes for new accounts Set clear expectations and performance goals and drive compliance across multiple accounts Coach and mentor direct reports to drive success and create a pipeline of promotable leaders for future growth Foster positive relationships between HHS and partner facility administration Analyze data and make adjustments to meet facility, budget, and compliance goals Provide hands-on assistance as needed to support positive outcomes Skills Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment Requirements 5+ years of experience managing operations across multiple regions Ability to travel a minimum of 75% of the time Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory guidelines Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities Not Required But a Big Plus Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish What We Offer Paid time off (vacation and sick) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee resource groups (ERGs) Career development and ongoing training Important to Know To comply with CMS mandates, all HHS employees working in healthcare must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption (medical or religious) upon start of employment. (If applicable) Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply. HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. Who is HHS HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow. App-resorts

The Vice President of Mission Services reports directly to the President. The role of the VP is to provide leadership and general oversight of the mission services areas of the Evangelical Covenant Church (Operations, HR, IT, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement). This leader oversees the resourcing and support to executive leaders to ensure ministry efforts align with denominational objectives and remain responsive to Covenant constituency. In collaboration with the President, the Vice President of Mission Services partners closely with the Vice President of Mission Priorities and the Vice President of Finance to jointly formulate ministry priorities and strategies to execute ECC initiatives. This role collaborates with other leaders in developing vision, clarity, and leadership strategies for advancing, resourcing, supporting, and executing ministry initiatives to meet present and future needs. This position will collaborate with ECC leadership groups with the president and the VP of Mission Priorities and the VP of Finance regarding a unified approach to ministry efforts across the ECC (mission areas, ministry affiliates and regional conferences). At its core, this role is responsible to ensure that our people, the day-to-day operations, and service areas function well within their expertise as well as collectively across other areas of the organization to best translate organizational priorities and strategies into implementable actions and support. In addition, this has an important people (Human Resources) and leadership component for the mission service areas that focuses on collective collaboration, development, engagement, and alignment. The VP of Mission Services has general financial and budgetary oversight of the mission service areas and is responsible for leading, collaborating and holding area leaders accountable for prudent management of their budgets. This role takes a big picture approach to responsibility and seeks to make decisions based on the good of the whole organization. This role leads from a base of service to mission and takes a strategic approach to the goals and actions needed to further organizational priorities, which is informed by policies, practices and decisions of the Annual Meeting, the Executive Board of the ECC, and the President. This position is located in Chicago, Illinois. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS · Represent the president to coordinate and bring collaboration across the mission services, ensuring comprehensive, aligned, and integrated strategies designed to meet the needs of the Covenant denomination. · Demonstrate a commitment to meeting the needs of the Covenant denomination, prudently and thoughtfully within the determined financial, people, operational, advancement, marketing and communications, and resource parameters. · Must be a member of an Evangelical Covenant Church or willing to become a member · Serve as a key contributor to senior management team and effective participant with all leadership staff of the organization and constituency groups as needed. · Lead Mission Services strategies, goals, and deliverables that align with organizational priorities. · Effectively lead and develop direct reports to work as a team and for the greater good of ministry collectively - not just in particular ministry areas. · Analyze internal operations of mission service areas and identify process and systems enhancements, including HR processes, to improve efficiency and capability to better serve the denomination. · Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and laws as required by state and federal agencies that impact the organization and work closely with the Corporate Secretary to align and keep the organization and employee practices "in good standing." · Foster collaboration amongst ECC leaders, leadership teams, ministry areas, and ECC constituency at large. · Provides experienced senior leadership of mission service areas that are diverse in function, expertise and needs and yet, are connected in delivering mission to the organization. · Cultivate a positive, productive, engaging, and effective working environment and culture in which mission can flourish. · Other duties as assigned by the President. Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Bachelor's degree or beyond in Business Administration or Human Resources. Other preferred field types could be Organizational/Ministry Development, Operations, Marketing, or Nonprofit Management. · Ten (10)+ years of progressive and related experience including leadership and administration. · Expertise in more than one area of organizational services, such as Operations, Fundraising (Advancement), Human Resources, Marketing, Technology, or Facilities and Safety · Expertise in one or more areas of Human Resources leadership or experience: such as organizational development and change, engagement, talent acquisition and retention, employee/leader development, compensation, culture and diversity, or HR policy and services. · Non-profit leadership experience strongly preferred · Understanding of global missions and international operations and environments, a plus REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS · Demonstrates a personal commitment to Christian faith · Willing to fully support and align the mission and ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church at the denominational, regional conference and local congregational levels, as well as affiliated entities and ministries · Holds a non-anxious presence, strong relational skills, and high level of emotional competence · Demonstrates adaptability and appropriate influence within multi-layered environments and decentralized ministry. · Comfortable with public speaking and strong written communication skills · Experienced in relating with a wide range of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and socio-economic settings. · Effective leader who has experience in employee and team development. · Excellent people and coaching skills, giving feedback or direction as needed · Maintains business and professional acumen · Demonstrates creativity and viable options in the execution and implementation of strategies/projects/goals · Strong and effective organizational ability and can direct and manage multiple projects and priorities at a time · Excellent leadership skills with steadfast resolve and personal integrity · Solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics needed for accomplishing ministry and mission in a responsible manner · Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues · Ability to lead other executive leaders to accomplishing outcomes through the gifts/talents of people · Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises discernment and good judgment in decision-making · Proficiency with various forms of technology and use of Microsoft products. Working knowledge/or familiarity with database and HR systems, razor's edge, or other reporting programs. · Understanding of business functions such as HR, operations and facilities management, financial management, fundraising, strategic planning, marketing, IT/business infrastructure, etc. Environmental Conditions Able to work well in a professional office setting, as well as working remotely using secure communications. Occasional travel. Must be versatile and able to work for prolonged periods of sitting or standing. Must engage frequently with office tools and equipment, such as computer, copier, phone, technology-based equipment, printers, etc. Must be able to occasionally lift or move Items less than 35 lbs. PIe33efcd28073-26***********6

The Vice President of Healthcare Products is responsible for leading the business in the Life and Healthcare segments (Personal Care, Pharma, and Home Care), managing the Principal Manager and Account Managers, directing the Marketing and Technical efforts to ensure the support of Sales and our Go-To-Market approach, liaising with colleagues to foster an exchange of ideas, and driving an efficient, customer-centered enterprise. This position is instrumental in creating and delivering strategic growth in North America. The VP of HP is a model for the team and will conduct all business according to our clients' values. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties & Responsibilities: Strategic Planning: Responsible for updating the company strategy, vision, and mission to ensure alignment with corporate growth imperatives. Responsible for establishing and implementing processes and systems to monitor, track, and measure the results needed to achieve the plan to meet our corporate goals. Responsible for coordinating all sales plans and activities with all appropriate departments of the Company. Coordinate principal relationships with principal managers to catalyze growth in product lines and geography. Primary accountability for fostering an enduring relationship with colleagues to facilitate new product introduction, support, and effective communication in North America. Strategic acquisition targets are provided for the company's ongoing inorganic growth. Sales Management: Responsible for establishing the annual budget and subsequent territory sales plans to achieve growth and profitability goals (sales/profit/margin ownership); Responsible for effectively developing a product development partnership with Customers using a consultative selling approach with R&D while servicing procurement and planning with excellence. Responsible for developing and implementing sales tactics, evaluating market conditions, and recommending policy changes to maximize results. Responsible for developing and implementing sales rewards, recognition, and compensation systems based on results and goal achievements. Responsible for developing and managing outside and inside Customer-focused sales teams and attracting and retaining talented personnel. Responsible for sales pipeline growth and hygiene to ensure enduring, long-term growth for the Company. Responsible for effectively deploying technical activities and maximizing the utilization of I2L to technically service customers while optimizing a return on this important asset. Human Resources: Directly manage the Account Managers, Principal, Marketing, and Technical Managers. Develop, coach, and mentor personnel. Develop programs to increase sales personnel's knowledge of market and industry trends, sales processes, sales techniques, pricing strategies, financial skills, product features, and overcoming common obstacles. Develop individual training plans, schedule participation in seminars, and coordinate supplier training with the Principal Manager. Conduct individual performance appraisals; hold sales staff accountable for meeting established goals and take corrective action as needed. In conjunction with sales and executive leadership, formulate compensation structures for sales personnel, including salary structures, commission plans, new business, sales contents, and bonus plans aligned with the company's growth and profitability goals. Motivate and lead sales staff efforts to promote the achievement of planned sales and profitability goals. Participate in the selection, screening, and interviewing of sales representatives and Account Managers; Other: Participate as a member of the Management Team, attend meetings, and provide input and discussion on the organization's sales and marketing efforts, including S&OP. Travel as required to support the Healthcare team across North America. Engage and participate in industry trade associations to stay abreast of trends and burnish the company's image in the industry. Present results to senior executives in concert with the company's President. Requirements: BS in Business with an MBA is highly preferred. Minimum 15 years of experience in personal healthcare market segments with a demonstrated record of leadership and sales growth achievement; Preferred background of experience with a manufacturer and distributor or, at minimum, substantial experience managing distribution partners in a channel; Known, trusted presence/identity in the industry; A hands-on leader with a record of guiding and developing Teams - willing to roll up the sleeves and work side-by-side with subordinates; Experience working with international colleagues/businesses to drive North American growth and/or collaborate to solve problems; Tested interpersonal skills - experienced in presenting to senior leadership and high-level gravitas; Strong financial acumen.

The HRIS Leader will handle the maintenance, research, implementation, integrity, and security management of all HR systems, including UKG (formerly UltiPro), Litmos, PayScale, Lucid and any related systems. This position will ensure effective utilization of all HR technology, optimize HR processes and workflow, maintain data integrity and security roles, and provide reports and analytical insights to Executives and Committee members. The role will collaborate with IT and other departments to align the HRIS with organizational objectives and compliance requirements. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Serve as the SME for all HR Systems including UKG Pro, Onboarding, HRSD, UTM, Performance Management, Case management and any related system Lead the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the HR Systems team Manage relationships and contracts with HR system vendors to ensure optimal service and support Oversee the configuration, design, and integration of all HR systems, ensuring optimal functionality, data accuracy, and consistency Audit data integrity, examining concerns, and establishing processes to streamline and improve data quality Manage human capital reporting, develop and build manager dashboards, and analyze data to proactively enhance business performance Oversee the maintenance, upgrades, and improvements of systems, workflows, integrations, and year-round automations Act as the primary contact for internal and external audits to ensure compliance with SOX regulations Provide firmwide HRIS helpdesk support both remotely and in-person; investigate issues and provide effective solutions Manage and conduct ad-hoc system-related training sessions for managers and colleagues as needed Continue to seek opportunities to improve data quality, methodologies, and processes Perform additional duties as required and assigned Required Experience Bachelor's degree from accredited university required Minimum 5 years of HR experience required, with at least 3 years in a managerial role Extensive knowledge of UKG (UltiPro Web,) BackOffice, Cognos Report Studio and Event Studio required, knowledge of other HRIS systems is highly preferred Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and oral, with the ability to communicate effectively across various departments and levels of the organization Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Working knowledge of Workday, Bamboo HR, Paylocity or other systems highly preferred Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency

Reporting to the President and CEO and serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the Vice President, Government Relations is to advocate on behalf of the business community and to ensure adoption of legislation, administrative rules, and policies that facilitate economic development and job growth, and to effectively communicate our advocacy priorities to elected officials, the media and other stakeholders. The Vice President manages the Manager of Government Relations and oversees the public policy team including contracted employees and interns. The government relations team manages the development of policies through member committees, programs and the Chamber's Political Action Committee (PAC). Responsibilities · Develop and direct the strategic planning for and implementation of the Chamber's legislative and advocacy initiatives in consultation with the CEO, Chair of the Public Policy Committee, and committee chairpersons, and the Executive Committee · Work with the Membership team to serve as the lead liaison for members utilizing the Chamber's Government Relations services · Coordinate with the Vice President of Communications on internal and external communications and media outreach · Coordinate with the VP of Programs to implement all public policy related programming · Form strategic alliances with other civic organizations to better coordinate research and policy activities · Serve as a registered lobbyist for, and represent the public policy positions of the Chicagoland Chamber before the Illinois General Assembly; Cook County Board of Commissioners; and Chicago City Council · Serve as liaison to contractual staff and ensure out-sourced activities are implemented properly and in a fiscally responsible manner · Maintain a database of contact with elected officials and track bills and ordinances on legislative issues at the state, county and local levels of government. Manage substantive issue forums, like the Tax Policy Council and the Public Policy Committee - Maintain a strong knowledge of forum/committee issues and drive their initiatives - Coordinate event logistics for forum/committee meetings and other events with the Program & Event team - Oversee the preparation of meeting agendas, correspondence with forum/committee members, handouts and minutes · Manage the Chamber PAC, including candidate selection and PAC fundraising and reporting · Develop and track the Government Relations' budget · Work with the Management Team to assemble the annual Public Policy legislative report, legislative agenda, policy statement, and other marketing materials · Engage in special activities or events as deemed necessary by the President and CEO · Design and implement events for member and elected official interaction · Develop research initiatives that will support and guide the Chamber's legislative agenda May perform additional duties as assigned Education & Experience · Master's or other professional degree preferred · Minimum 5 years of direct government and legislative experience; city, state and Cook County experience preferred · Demonstrated command of pro-business issues, priorities and policy · Superior management skills; ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers · Self-reliant, good problem solver, results oriented · Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical situations · Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with staff, senior management, and the board of directors · Broad functional experience in developing strategic plans and implementing goals and tactics; ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker · Must have previous team management experience with strong leadership and motivational skills and the ability to develop a results-focused, collegial team ethos · An inspirational, enthusiastic, and accessible style, the capability to earn respect and broad-based credibility both internally and externally · Ability to travel to Springfield and work non-traditional hours including early mornings and evenings · Passion for the mission of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Confidential Vice President of Operations Opportunity Are you an ambitious leader looking for a dynamic role in a rapidly growing company? A confidential and outstanding supplier located on the outskirts of Chicago seeks a Vice President of Operations. This is a rare opportunity for someone who thrives on driving innovation and desires full control over operations. Reporting directly to the owner, this role is instrumental in managing our global supply and manufacturing processes, spurred by our substantial growth. Our products are featured online, in leading big box retailers, and specialty stores. As we quietly disrupt the market, we seek a leader who is not satisfied with the status quo. Key Responsibilities: Manage domestic and overseas vendor relationships and collaborate with engineering to set up new factories in East Asia. Oversee production schedules, procurement, inventory management, logistics, product quality, scrap, and rework. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align supply and inventory with growth objectives and promotions. Work with suppliers to reduce lead times, improve quality, and negotiate cost efficiencies. Modernize the current facility in Rockford, IL, and establish/manage a distribution facility in Europe as needed. Conduct on-site quality control inspections in Rockford and at factories. Work from Rockford (2-3 days) and Elgin (2-3 days) with travel 10-20% (Europe and/or China). Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business or related field. Extensive and progressive experience in competitive manufacturing. Proven track record in mentoring, development, and delegation. Strong business acumen with the ability to work on the business, not just in the business. What We Offer: Comprehensive benefits including a performance-based bonus and generous PTO. Competitive salary base plus bonus 401(k) with matching, dental and health insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, life insurance, and more. A supportive and innovative work environment where your ideas and leadership will directly impact our growth. If you are a tenacious leader ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to confidentially explore this opportunity. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) & 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance & health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Management: 5 years (Required) Importing from overseas: 5 years (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required) Work Location: In person

Amylu Foods is a high-growth natural CPG company with over a century of tradition rooted in using fresh ingredients and hand-crafted recipes. As the pioneers of chicken sausage, we blend innovation with experience, bringing bold, fresh flavors to the table. From our Chicago roots, we've grown into a passionate, dedicated team of food enthusiasts, leading the category with our creative recipes, small-batch production, and constant flavor innovation. Celebrating 100 years of culinary craftsmanship, we're expanding our offerings and distribution nationwide, launching new and exciting products that continue to redefine the protein category. If you're passionate about food and eager to join a company with endless growth potential, Amylu Foods is the place to be. Amylu Foods is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Chief of Staff to support our CEO in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a professional with strong business acumen who can handle high-level strategic tasks as well as administrative duties. We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience as analysts at investment banks or private equity firms and are looking to transition into an operational role within a fast-growing company that is actively involved in M&A activity. The Chief of Staff will act as the CEO's right-hand person, facilitating smooth operations and ensuring seamless communication within the leadership team and across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Planning & Analysis: Assist in developing and maintaining financial models, spreadsheets, and business analysis to support acquisitions, production expansions, and annual budgeting processes. Conduct process and people analysis to help streamline operations and improve efficiency. Collaborate on high-level planning and strategy sessions, contributing to long-term business objectives. Project Management & Monitoring: Serve as a liaison between the CEO and other members of the leadership team, ensuring key projects remain on track and deadlines are met. Facilitate cross-departmental communication to monitor progress on company-wide initiatives. Coordinate and participate in meetings, tracking action items and following up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely progress. Administrative Support: Manage the CEO's calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements. Organize and maintain comprehensive documentation, records, and files. Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO. Handle day-to-day tasks, such as managing phone calls, emails, and reservation bookings. Communication & Leadership Support: Assist the CEO in preparing for internal and external meetings, drafting agendas, taking minutes, and summarizing follow-ups. Ensure the CEO is aware of key organizational developments and deadlines, acting as a reminder and organizer to keep the CEO on track. Direct inquiries and delegate tasks as necessary to appropriate team members, fostering efficient workflow. Qualifications: Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required. Experience as an analyst at an investment bank or private equity firm is highly desirable. Interest or exposure to M&A activity and involvement in financial analysis or due diligence is a strong asset. Experience in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment, preferably within the CPG industry, is a plus. Skills & Competencies: Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other project management tools. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Analytical mindset with the ability to assist in business planning and data-driven decision-making. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Detail-oriented with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Personal Attributes: Discretion and confidentiality are a must. High level of self-motivation and adaptability. Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate needs and prioritize tasks effectively. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Why Join Amylu Foods: Opportunity to work closely with an accomplished leader and be part of a fast-growing CPG firm. Be a pivotal member of the leadership support team, contributing directly to the company's growth and success. Competitive salary and benefits package. Dynamic, collaborative work culture that encourages professional development and personal growth. Amylu Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The St. Charles, Illinois Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that has been serving the St. Charles community since 1922. The goal of the Chamber is to promote economic growth and development by offering support and resources to its members to help them reach their professional goals. For over a century, the Chamber has remained committed to creating a strong local economy through collaboration and community building and believes that by working together, businesses and community organizations can create a stronger, more vibrant community for all. The Chamber has a diverse membership composed of locally owned boutiques, retailers, restaurants, professional services, e-commerce, non-profits, and manufacturers and currently serves close to 700 members (comprised of 2,500+ individual member representatives) which continues to grow each month as new businesses open across St. Charles, Campton Hills, and surrounding communities within School District 303. The Chamber provides networking opportunities, educational resources, advocacy efforts, and plays an active role in the community all on behalf of their members. THE OPPORTUNITY This exciting position is the top administrative employee of the Chamber. The Executive Director is responsible for all administrative and management functions, following the bylaws and policy guidelines of the organization. The Director executes the mission of the organization by planning, directing and overseeing all activities of the Chamber. Other key duties include operations, staffing, fundraising, budgeting and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Chamber's Board of Directors. The Executive Director should be a dynamic, innovative, self-starter who can build relationships; successfully manage multiple projects, initiatives and objectives simultaneously; and effectively create a healthy Chamber membership. REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to the Chairman of the Board and Board of Directors and located in St. Charles, IL. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Serves as an advisor to the Board of Directors in determining the direction of the Chamber; assist in establishing objectives to fulfill the organization's mission and goals; recommend and implement projects and programs which will further the objectives of the Chamber. 2. Works with the treasurer and independent accountant to compile and present the annual budget; oversee all chamber activities and programs within budgetary guidelines; manage daily finances including income and expenditures. 3. Hires, supervises and evaluates staff within budgetary allocations to ensure effective and efficient operations and productivity. 4. Leads business development activities aimed at increasing new membership revenue by 5% annually. 5. Drives Chamber revenue through members events, annual golf outing, and grant applications. 6. Oversees all internal and external communications of the organization; represent the Chamber in the community and media; plan and oversee public relations activities to ensure maximum exposure for the Chamber. (Ie. Ribbon cuttings, Member events, Chamber events). 7. Facilitates organizational operations in the most efficient manner including all aspects of membership management. 8. Provides staff support to the Board of Directors, preparing agendas, minutes and meeting notices; execute decisions, contracts, and commitments as may be authorized by the Board of Directors or established laws and policies. 9. Ensures that all Chamber staff members (including oneself) perform his/her duties in accordance with Chamber by-laws at all times. 10. Maintains open communication with the Board, and works with the Board in the governance of the Chamber; bring issues to the Board in a timely fashion 11. Develops and maintains a positive and helpful relationship with city and county governmental agencies, neighboring Chambers and the State chamber. 12. Performs other duties as requested by the Officers of the Board; shall be a member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee ex-officio without the right to vote. REQUIREMENTS 1. Associate degree required. Bachelor's degree in business, finance, correlated field is preferred. 2. At least 5 years senior administrative experience in a leadership position. 3. Experience with volunteer management and not-for-profit operations. 4. Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage a budget, to analyze organization performance and to project financial performance. 5. Ability to perform cost-benefit analysis of proposed ideas, projects and events. 6. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Outstanding public speaking skills. 7. Outstanding organizational skills and ability to motivate others to assist. 8. Professional presence and outstanding interpersonal skills are a requirement. 9. Knowledge of St. Charles and Fox River Valley and the surrounding area. 10. Must be energetic with ability to build relationships, and be innovative, sales driven, adaptable and hospitable. 11. Strong ability to foster teamwork and collaboration between/among Board members, staff, Chamber members, community leaders, elected officials and strategic committees and organizations. 12. Strong Executive and supervisory skills, including ability to plan, organize, lead, delegate, and monitor performance. 13. Passion for collaboration and networking. 14. Excellent skills in community consensus building. 15. Ability to work a wide and flexible range of business hours, including nights and weekend work on an occasional basis.

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the national not-for-profit association established in 1863 & representing over 108,000 veterinarians working in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed services, is seeking a Division Director for our Federal Government Relations Division (GRD) located in Washington, D.C. The GRD advocates the Association's policies & positions on federal legislative & regulatory issues that affect animal & human health & the veterinary profession. The mission of the Association is to lead the profession by advocating for our members & advancing the science & practice of veterinary medicine to improve animal & human health. Reporting to the Associate EVP/Chief Advocacy Officer, the Director is responsible for leading AVMA's federal legislative advocacy efforts based upon the Association's policies & positions, ensuring the effective utilization & compliance of the AVMA Political Action Committee under the oversight of the AVMA PAC Board, & coordinating with other AVMA staff to address federal regulatory issues. They will manage a team of lobbyists & other professional staff to ensure the activities of the Division are in line with the objectives set by the CEO, Chief Advocacy Officer & the Board of Directors to maximize effectiveness for the association & its members. The Director leads staff to identify congressional/regulatory issues which may affect the veterinary profession & develop response strategies for such issues consistent with AVMA official policy & to develop & maintain relationships with Members of Congress & their staffs; Congressional Committee staff; appropriate federal regulators; appropriate state & allied veterinary associations; & producer, humane, & allied health organizations in order to advance the official policies of the AVMA & to establish & maintain the AVMA as a recognized primary resource for scientific information on animal & human health issues. They also lead the lobbying team & the development of strategy for achieving the AVMA's goals, lobbying Congress directly & developing & joining appropriate coalitions as needed to support & advance the official policies & initiatives of the AVMA. To be successful in this role you must be highly collaborative & passionate about AVMA's mission. Additional qualifications include: BS/BA degree Minimum of ten years of related work experience · Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the federal legislative/regulatory process · Strong involvement with organized veterinary medicine highly desirable · Must be a strong leader with excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & verbal) · Must be able to interact and effectively communicate both with members of the scientific & non-scientific community · Able to organize, plan & manage group meetings · Exhibit AVMA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in execution of duties · Approximately 20%+ travel The AVMA offers a hybrid work environment, excellent employee benefits including generous health insurance, retirement plan, paid time-off (e.g., vacation, sick, paid parental leave) and a supportive work/life balance. Deadline for application is 12/18/24. Send resume with salary requirements to: ************** . About the AVMA: Headquartered in Schaumburg, IL, with an office in Washington, D.C., the AVMA is structured to work for its members, and acts as a collective voice for its membership and for the profession and provides a number of benefits to its members, including information resources, state and federal advocacy, opportunities to address issues and affect policy that govern the profession and practice of veterinary medicine, continuing education opportunities, quality publications, and discounts on personal and professional products, programs and services. The work of the AVMA is carried out by a dedicated staff of over 170. The organization is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors and has a $60M+ annual operating budget. Visit ******************************** eoe/m/f/d/v

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 40,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. The Office of Information and Technology Services (ITS) works to build the capacity of schools to use information and technology, maintain network infrastructure, security standards, and support other departments to meet district goals. ITS provides innovative technology solutions that improve the quality of education for students, reduce the administrative burden on educators, facilitate parent interaction, increase community engagement, and support CPS' mission of transparency by focusing on the ease and equity of access to information. Job Summary: The Executive Director (ED) of Enterprise Data & Analytics will be responsible for the overall development and implementation of the district's information management, knowledge management, advanced analytics, and reporting strategies. This position will manage the Enterprise Data & Analytics Solutions team responsible for the enterprise data warehouse, master data management, data governance, and dashboard reporting, as well as the Analytics team responsible for establishing enterprise reporting, analytics, and business insights. The Executive Director of Enterprise Data & Analytics will oversee and lead the prioritization of multiple projects and workstreams, ensuring compliance with CPS expectations and guidelines. This position will report to the Chief Information Technology Officer (CIO) and will manage a team of direct reporting professionals. The ED, Enterprise Data & Analytics will be held accountable for the following responsibilities: · Lead the development, implementation and ongoing activities surrounding the district's IT strategies in information management, knowledge management, advanced analytics and reporting strategies · Establish and ensure district-wide adherence to a set of guiding principles for data warehousing and analytic practice · Provide recommendations for data architecture and database strategies; communicate data architecture concepts, strategies and standards throughout the organization · Participate in the planning and delivery of business intelligence applications and related data warehouse technical solutions such as business intelligence and reporting solutions · Provide direction, guidance, and strong leadership to direct reports; develop and recommend training classes and/or programs to ensure robust learning and career development consistent with the CPS values and mission · Work closely with leadership and data-focused positions in business functional areas in defining systems/project priorities, scope, approach, resource requirements, timing deliverables, change management and funding · Facilitate, participate on, and lead the District-wide Master Data Governance Council · Provide training and support to district-wide Data Analysts to ensure consistent, compliant practices related to research design, data analytic process, data usage, data quality and integrity · Work with business users to analyze, define, and document systems, data sources, and business requirements for analytical needs related to department objectives · Complete project management duties including but not limited to: · Ideation, estimation, tracking and management of project deliverables · Effectively manage project budgets and timelines to deliver results on time and on- budget · Provide leadership and direction to project teams · Participate with strategic vendors in the areas of IT data infrastructure and software systems, including student information systems · Participate in the complete software development lifecycle (SDLC; includes planning, analysis, design, documentation, prototyping, development, testing, training, and launch) and Agile management (IBM RUP, SAFe, Scrum) of new and existing business applications and business processes · Ensure teams successfully and efficiently uphold their duties in areas including but not limited to: Master data management and governance, Logical Data Modeling, Data Integration/ETL Development, recommend improvements to BI Architecture and Administration, Recommend Application Enhancements, BI metadata, and standard BI reports improvements, Data Request fulfillment and/or routing · Other duties as assigned In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the ED, Enterprise Data & Analytics must possess the following qualifications: Education Required: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field requiring significant qualitative coursework from an accredited college or university Master's degree preferred Relevant certification(s) in business intelligence and data warehousing architecture, data modeling, application development, project life cycle, relational database concepts, data mining, and OLAP technologies, strongly preferred Experience Required: Minimum of eight (8) years of professional leadership experience in master data management, data governance, data science, data warehousing, advanced business analytics, and business intelligence technologies, including the following, is required: Minimum of seven (7) years of enterprise application development experience, including experience implementing enterprise-wide Business Reporting tools (e.g., IBM Cognos, SAP Business Objects, Tableau, Salesforce, Microsoft Power BI, OBI EE Plus, SAP Analytics, etc.) Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in a managerial role with responsibility for leading, training, and mentoring a team of direct reports Tangible experience with multiple database types and familiarity with establishing data schemas and taxonomies Experience creating CEO-level dashboards Experience in full-lifecycle development processes related to data modeling/warehousing, business intelligence, and application development and strong SQL and development skills preferred Minimum of fifteen (15) years of the above experience, strongly preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to advise technical and non-technical stakeholders on technical topics (ie: online data collection, useful reporting tools, etc.) in an understandable manner in order to support usability Effective project management and strategic planning capabilities, including the ability to establish long-term vision and goals, and align/manage activities toward goal fulfillment Excellent organization, prioritization and time management capabilities, including the ability to manage and lead teams through multiple complex projects simultaneously, driving them to completion and achieving success Capable of success in a fast-paced environment; ability to anticipate the short- and long-term demands of stakeholders, proactively consider solutions, and maintain flexibility to meet the changing needs of the organization Ability to articulate a vision, set high standards, and effectively guide stakeholders and team members in the realization of expectations set Strong leadership and team building skills, e.g. ability to develop high-performing teams united around a clear vision for serving schools and achieving student success Expertise in leadership development; ability to coach directors and managers toward excellence and build the capacity of technical teams Ability to build collaborative, cross-functional relationships with a variety of constituent groups, including technical and non-technical stakeholders and external partners, to ensure the entire system operates in the most effective manner possible to support organizational success Exceptional problem-solving skills; ability to define problems, analyze data, and outline valid conclusions and action steps High levels of attention to detail, IT expertise, integrity, honesty, credibility, and the courage to make difficult yet necessary decisions Strong business acumen; knowledge of operations, budget/finance, management, and organizational development Proficiency in Relational Databases and experience with data extraction and warehousing (preferably SSIS) Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to: Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois. Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 - Unless approved for a medical or religious exemption, all employees are required to be up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, and to submit proof of vaccination to the district within 30 days of hire. “Up-to-date” on vaccination is defined as being at least two weeks past all primary vaccine doses and any applicable boosters.

CCCs Strategic Framework includes a plan to build a culture of excellence, inspiring faculty and staff district-wide to become the best in class for CCCs students and community, accountable for delivering academics, experiences, and services of the higher quality, supported by professional development opportunities to continuously improve their practices. The Office of Institutional Excellence Path to Excellence Plan aims to operationalize a growth mindset and culture of high expectations, reflection, and continuous improvement across the district. Performance Excellence supports adhere to the 70/20/10 adult learning and development model to include regular collaborative (peer-to-peer) learning, discussion, practice, and reflection as part of the learning process. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE Reporting to the Vice Chancellor of Institutional Excellence, the Executive Director - Learning and Performance Excellence manages and directs the implementation and delivery of employee-centered performance excellence learning supports that are aligned with CCC's performance competencies and aim to cultivate a workforce that is well-equipped to consistently achieve and support institutional goals and equitable student outcomes. The Executive Director - Learning and Performance Excellence executes workplace learning and career development strategies; oversees the development and delivery of training/learning and development programs and resources; creates and implements processes for managers and peers to reinforce learning in their work environments; monitors implementation and tracks usage; and assesses the effectiveness of performance excellence initiatives. In collaboration with key stakeholders, the Executive Director - Learning and Performance Excellence works to build a culture of excellence that inspires faculty and staff to strive for “best in class” for CCC's students and community, facilitating a workforce culture where performance excellence thrives, and enhanced institutional outcomes are achieved through continuous employee learning and development. Performs related duties as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Manages a portfolio of blended learning supports composed of structured learning content, such as on-demand learning, ongoing learning communities for practice and reflection, and learning integration through 360-Degree practice and feedback and coaching from managers and peers. Collaborates with key stakeholders to implement a performance excellence framework that supports the continuous development of a workforce aligned with CCC performance competencies and institutional goals. Works closely with IT Department to create and implement multimodal learning/training programs and other learning supports, ensuring the effective use and integration of existing technology, infrastructure, and tools. Develops and implements processes to support the maintenance and archiving of documents owned by various departments, creating a single repository for district-wide policies, procedures, and operational processes accessible to new and current employees. Oversees the development and production of learning and development programs and resources, including on-demand learning content, in-person learning activities, learning communities, and integration of learning practices. Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, external consultants, and other key stakeholders in the design, delivery, and assessment of a comprehensive portfolio of multi-modal learning and development supports. Coordinates with Marketing & Communications Department to build baseline instructional templates and tools in print and digital formats aligned with CCC's brand guidelines. Assists in coordinating user experience testing of learning content and digital resources before publishing to CCC's Learning Management System (LMS). Conducts needs assessments for in-person and hybrid learning and works closely with institutional leaders to develop a districtwide learning and performance support calendar. Manages projects and initiatives assigned by the VC of Institutional Excellence, from ideation through implementation. Defines project or initiative scope, goals, and deliverables; communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders clearly and promptly; and leads project implementation while monitoring progress through to completion. Collaborates with key stakeholders to analyze and interpret user experience data and track usage of learning and development programs, tools, and resources across the district. Meets with management staff to review usage levels, address barriers to usage, and ensure the unique needs of college teams and district departments are met. Participates and works with institutional leaders in assessing performance excellence strategies and learning and development programs, evaluating their impact on achieving institutional goals. Reviews and analyzes evaluation and impact data to measure the access, usage, effectiveness and relevance of learning experiences and multimodal performance supports to inform recommendations for continued improvement. Creates and maintains a repository of learning and development materials, including training programs and resources and other performance excellence supports. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Reports To: Vice Chancellor - Institutional Excellence Direct Supervision: None QUALIFICATIONS A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field. Five years of work experience in talent development, human resources or a related field within a non-profit organization, higher education institution or public sector institution. Professional certification (e.g. CPLP) is a plus. Experience maintaining, updating, and assessing needs for learning content and/or an organizational knowledge base. Experience managing, assigning, monitoring, and tracking progress of work activities and projects of collaborators. Demonstrated knowledge of talent management competencies, including learning and development and career development for managers and individual contributors. Knowledge of best practices in learning and development operations. Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices. Familiarity with HR software and Learning Management Systems (LMS) and related technology. Familiarity with technology such as a Learning Management Systems (LMS), content authoring tools, learning and knowledge management tools to support learning content operations. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas persuasively. Excellent collaboration and people management skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and manage complex relationships. Strong problem-solving, detail orientation, and organizational skills. Proven ability in receiving and implementing feedback to actively promote a culture of continuous improvement. Ability to interpret and analyze evaluative and user experience data to draw conclusions and make recommendations. Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment. Ability to work some evenings and weekends and travel to all CCC sites and campuses. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint). WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. Thank you for your interest in CCC! #J-18808-Ljbffr

Founded in 2008, Blessings in a Backpack (Blessings) mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide weekend food for school-aged children across America who might otherwise go hungry. Blessings envisions a future where every school-aged child in America has the nourishment needed to learn and grow. Guided by a ‘One Team for All Kids' philosophy, Blessings is committed to transforming operations to drive measurable impact and growth in core markets. By breaking down silos, building efficiencies, and fostering new collaborations, Blessings aims to accelerate its growth rate by 20% over the next 5 years, building on a remarkable legacy of providing 30M hunger-free weekends while reaching over 1M children in just 15 years. Founded in Louisville, Kentucky with an office in downtown Chicago, Blessings has grown tremendously and currently consists of 7 regional chapters, 1200+ community-driven programs, 45 employees across 11 states, and a $14M operating budget. Blessings is focused on evolving operations, maximizing mission delivery, and cultivating a culture of collective achievement. To lead this period of acceleration, Blessings seeks a dynamic and experienced Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead the implementation of a new, locally-focused fundraising model. This model is the result of an in-depth strategic evaluation and planning process, designed to enhance fundraising efforts at the local level while leveraging the support of a central team and the strength of Blessings' national brand. This role integrates development and external communications strategies to ensure a cohesive approach to advancing Blessings' mission, increasing revenue, and enhancing brand visibility. Reporting to the CEO, the CDO will be responsible for driving the organization's development and marketing strategy while empowering and supporting regions, chapters, and communities with the tools and training to maximize local fundraising success. The CDO will lead a dynamic team focused on cultivating philanthropic support, building donor relationships, as well as promoting the organization's work through strategic marketing and communications initiatives to generate $14M+ annually. Key Responsibilities Partner with CEO, executive leadership, and Board to drive alignment and execution of high-impact fundraising and marketing strategies that advance Blessings' mission and goals Lead Blessings through all levels of change management and funding initiatives In partnership with CEO and CFO, build and oversee Blessings' annual budget by region; ensure strategic allocation of resources, rigorous expense control, and alignment with revenue goals Oversee a cross-functional team fostering a culture of collaboration, results, and professional growth; team will support work across organization Work closely with regional and chapter leaders to ensure consistency in donor stewardship and development activities and operations across all programs Manage a portfolio of 20-25 major individual & institutional prospects and donors Oversee creation and execution of strategic communications plan that enhances Blessings' visibility, public image, and brand identity Ensure all external communications, including newsletters, website content, social media, press releases, and marketing collateral align with strategic fundraising and programmatic goals Establish KPI's to measure success of fundraising and marketing efforts; provide regular reports to CEO and Board of Directors on progress and outcomes Qualifications & Skills 10+ years in development leadership roles, with experience working within multi-layered or federated organizations Experience with all aspects of development and marketing, including annual giving, major gifts, sponsorships, corporate giving, foundation/grants, donor development, development operations as well as marketing/communications strategy and implementation Demonstrated success leading change management initiatives, ideally related to rollout of new fundraising models or organizational structures Servant leader with a strong emotional IQ Proactive, confident, and highly organized self-starter Demonstrated ability to manage, mentor, and grow high-performing teams and foster collaboration across a national organization Substantial knowledge of and ability to impart development and marketing best practices Strong background in managing relationships with major donors, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of six- and seven-figure gifts Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with ability to inspire and motivate staff, lay leaders, and volunteers Proficiency with Raiser's Edge is strongly preferred Able to travel when necessary and available for occasional evening and weekend work