Executive Director

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and management of FEI Twin Cities, a nonprofit membership organization, in coordination with the Board. This role involves driving business development, fostering strategic partnerships, and enhancing the organization's market presence. The Executive Director serves as a visionary leader, overseeing the development and implementation of the organization's goals and objectives. As the “face” of the Twin Cities brand, the Executive Director promotes exposure and visibility, creating a world-class reputation both locally and nationally. The Executive Director reports to the FEI Twin Cities President. Key Responsibilities Membership Development, Retention & Engagement, and Programming Strategic Membership Growth:

Develop and execute innovative membership recruitment and retention strategies, leveraging appropriate resources for implementation. Program Innovation:

Create and maintain relevant program offerings, developing innovative content that enhances the FEI value proposition for members. Ensure programs align with the overall organizational strategy to provide a clear return on investment for members. Member Engagement:

Increase member engagement in monthly programming events and educational offerings, thereby retaining members and boosting brand awareness. Management, Finance, and Operations Financial Strategy:

Strengthen the association’s financial base through revenue growth of existing revenue streams and by identifying and developing alternative revenue streams. Budget Oversight:

In partnership with the Board Treasurer, oversee the preparation of the annual budget and maintain oversight to ensure FEI Twin Cities Chapter activities are within budget. Operational Management:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the FEI Twin Cities Chapter. Vendor and Contract Management:

Provide oversight and management of all contract employees and vendor relations to ensure alignment with annual goals and objectives. Project Management:

Utilize project management skills and organizational dynamics to manage multiple tasks and objectives effectively. Board Relations Strategic Planning:

Collaborate with the Board to develop and execute a vision and multi-year strategic plan for the organization. Facilitate annual strategic planning meetings and oversee the tactical administration of the Strategic Plan. Board Liaison:

Serve as a liaison with the Board and Committees, working directly with the President to organize Twin Cities Board Chapter Meetings. Board Onboarding:

Participate in the onboarding of new Board and Committee members. Stakeholder Management Strategic Relationships:

Build and maintain strong strategic relationships and alliances with FEI National, Strategic Partners, and local Chapter stakeholders. Best Practices:

Partner with FEI National and other FEI Chapters to identify and implement best practices. Representation:

Represent the Chapter at relevant business functions, showcasing the expertise of FEI Twin Cities Chapter. Volunteer Leadership:

Provide leadership and foster a volunteer culture consistent with the Chapter’s values. Volunteer Recruitment:

Recruit, lead, and engage volunteers in an inspirational manner. Communication Communication Strategy:

Develop communication strategies, with a focus on digital and online media, to inform and build relationships with members and related constituencies. Marketing Strategy:

Create a marketing strategy that will build and enhance the FEI Twin Cities Chapter brand on a local and national scale. Chapter Communications:

Oversee Chapter communications including weekly emails to members and partners along with event blasts.

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