The Santa Rosa Metro Chamber Board of Directors seeks a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who will engage key stakeholders to advance the mission, vision, and strategic initiatives of the Chamber. The CEO will provide executive leadership to the Chamber, driving strategies that benefit its members, support the regional business economy, and ensure the long-term success of the Chamber, its members, and the greater community.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Leadership: Lead the Chamber in fulfilling its mission, providing strategic direction, and ensuring the implementation of initiatives that align with the Chamber's goals.

Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with Chamber members, business leaders, government officials, and other community stakeholders to advocate for and advance the interests of the Chamber and its members.

Strategic Planning: Develop and execute long-term strategies that anticipate future trends, promote economic growth, and position the Chamber as a leader in the regional business community.

Organizational Management: Oversee the operational, financial, and administrative functions of the Chamber, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Team Development: Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the Chamber, developing and leading a high-performing team committed to the organization’s success.

Advocacy: Serve as the voice of the Chamber in public forums, representing the interests of the business community, and advocating for policies that support economic development.

Required Skills and Attributes:

Integrity and Trust: A direct, truthful individual who maintains confidence, admits mistakes, and communicates honestly in a manner that builds trust.

Strategic Agility: Ability to foresee and anticipate future trends, develop forward-thinking strategies, and guide the organization toward long-term success.

Interpersonal Savvy: Strong relationship-building skills, able to relate well to diverse individuals and groups, both inside and outside the organization, and to develop and sustain high-performing teams.

Process Management: Expertise in organizing people and activities to achieve goals efficiently.

Executive Skills: Proficient in organizational management, financial oversight, and communication, with the ability to lead effectively in a dynamic environment.

Business Acumen: In-depth understanding of how businesses operate, with the ability to translate strategy into actionable plans and budgets, ensuring sustained organizational performance.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in a leadership role within a chamber of commerce, business association, or similar organization.
Demonstrated success in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.
Strong financial management skills, with experience overseeing budgets and financial planning.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A deep understanding of the local and regional business landscape is highly desirable.

Compensation:

Pay dependent on experience and qualifications. Employer-paid medical, life insurance, long-term disability, 401k, and generous Paid Time Off policy.

About the Chamber:

The Santa Rosa Metro Chamber is one the largest employer-focused nonprofit organizations in the North Bay region. Located in downtown Santa Rosa, the heart of Sonoma County, the Chamber delivers a network of services, information, and advocacy for membership and the North Bay business community at large. Anchored by long-standing programs and services providing education, training, workforce development, downtown vitality, and marketing among other areas, the Chamber has recently developed innovative efforts to address the region’s most challenging issues, such as housing affordability and access to quality childcare.

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