KP Companies
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
KP Companies, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and a proven track record of leading diverse teams to achieve strategic goals? kpCompanies is leading the search for a Chief Operating Officer for the Metropolitan Economic Development Association (MEDA). The Chief Operating Officer (COO) reports directly to the President and CEO and is a key member of the Executive Team with responsibility to lead and manage a wide range of daily business operations within MEDA.Description
SUMMARYThis position functions as a Chief of Staff and plays an integral role in coordinating Board of Directors activities. The role of this COO is critical in optimizing processes, improving productivity, and aligning resources to drive the organization’s growth and success consistent with MEDA’s strategic plan. This position ensures compliance and operational efficiency, translating long-term initiatives into real-time actionable steps.This position will initially lead and manage employees and interact with all members of the organization.ABOUT MEDAMEDA was founded in 1971 with the mission of Helping BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Entrepreneurs Succeed. Our founders believed wealth creation is key to creating racial economic equity and that successful BIPOC Entrepreneurship is the clearest path to creating wealth. MEDA fulfills its mission by providing integrated, wrap-around services in the three areas all entrepreneurs need to succeed: Consulting, Capital, and Connection. In our first fifty years, MEDA has served more than 30,000 BIPOC Entrepreneurs.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions:Leads organization’s business resources, processes, and systems to increase overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.Partners with the President and CEO to be a liaison for the Board of Directors and all Board Committees. Serves as the staff leader for Board Committees. Coordinates new board member onboarding. Works in conjunction with the President and CEO to develop and finalize all Board Meeting agendas/meeting material.Oversees development of marketing, communications, and public relations strategy. Leading MEDA services across internal and external digital media platforms.Leads the MEDA team for Corporate and Community Engagements.Responsible for developing and leading the overall human capital and talent development strategy, including management of recruitment, compensation, employee benefits, employee relations, payroll, professional development program, and performance management processes.Drives the organization’s strategic and tactical business plans to ensure the delivery of key business metrics.Chairs the 403(b) Advisory Committee, establishing meeting schedules and plan discussions.Oversees Business Operations including Risk Management, Procurement and Vendors Management/Relations.Facilitates sessions with Chief of Lending and VP of Finance commensurate with the Strategic Plan.Coordinates closely with CFO/VP of Finance to ensure Procurement process compliance.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBelow are some of the typical requirements for a Chief Operating Officer. We recognize that skill sets can be a complex combination of experiences. Even if your background does not exactly match these requirements but you have a passion for our work, we would love to hear from you and we recognize the value of transferable skills.Education:Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, or related field.Experience:Minimum of 10 (ten) years of professional leadership experience of which at least 5 (five) years of executive and senior leadership is required, with a proven record of business growth and success. Demonstrated success in managing multiple areas of a business operation including Business Development, Fundraising, Administration (security/facilities), Vendor Management, Human Resources, and Marketing/Communications. Banking operations experience is preferred. Experience working with Board of Directors is required. Experience in both nonprofit and corporate environments is preferred.Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:This job operates in an office setting and is primarily a sedentary role. Travel is primarily local; however, some travel may be expected. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Highly ethical with high-level standards. Demonstrated Leader of People, Strategy, and Operational efficiency. Ability to develop sound departmental budgets and execute within established budgets. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated Business and Financial Acumen. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, adaptable, and a good listener.EQUITY + SALARY DISCLOSURESalary Range: $150,000 – $170,000. We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity and we freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates the first time we interview them.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMEDA and kpCompanies are equal opportunity employers and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record, and any other legally protected characteristic.All submissions are received in the strictest confidence.
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SUMMARYThis position functions as a Chief of Staff and plays an integral role in coordinating Board of Directors activities. The role of this COO is critical in optimizing processes, improving productivity, and aligning resources to drive the organization’s growth and success consistent with MEDA’s strategic plan. This position ensures compliance and operational efficiency, translating long-term initiatives into real-time actionable steps.This position will initially lead and manage employees and interact with all members of the organization.ABOUT MEDAMEDA was founded in 1971 with the mission of Helping BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Entrepreneurs Succeed. Our founders believed wealth creation is key to creating racial economic equity and that successful BIPOC Entrepreneurship is the clearest path to creating wealth. MEDA fulfills its mission by providing integrated, wrap-around services in the three areas all entrepreneurs need to succeed: Consulting, Capital, and Connection. In our first fifty years, MEDA has served more than 30,000 BIPOC Entrepreneurs.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions:Leads organization’s business resources, processes, and systems to increase overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.Partners with the President and CEO to be a liaison for the Board of Directors and all Board Committees. Serves as the staff leader for Board Committees. Coordinates new board member onboarding. Works in conjunction with the President and CEO to develop and finalize all Board Meeting agendas/meeting material.Oversees development of marketing, communications, and public relations strategy. Leading MEDA services across internal and external digital media platforms.Leads the MEDA team for Corporate and Community Engagements.Responsible for developing and leading the overall human capital and talent development strategy, including management of recruitment, compensation, employee benefits, employee relations, payroll, professional development program, and performance management processes.Drives the organization’s strategic and tactical business plans to ensure the delivery of key business metrics.Chairs the 403(b) Advisory Committee, establishing meeting schedules and plan discussions.Oversees Business Operations including Risk Management, Procurement and Vendors Management/Relations.Facilitates sessions with Chief of Lending and VP of Finance commensurate with the Strategic Plan.Coordinates closely with CFO/VP of Finance to ensure Procurement process compliance.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBelow are some of the typical requirements for a Chief Operating Officer. We recognize that skill sets can be a complex combination of experiences. Even if your background does not exactly match these requirements but you have a passion for our work, we would love to hear from you and we recognize the value of transferable skills.Education:Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, or related field.Experience:Minimum of 10 (ten) years of professional leadership experience of which at least 5 (five) years of executive and senior leadership is required, with a proven record of business growth and success. Demonstrated success in managing multiple areas of a business operation including Business Development, Fundraising, Administration (security/facilities), Vendor Management, Human Resources, and Marketing/Communications. Banking operations experience is preferred. Experience working with Board of Directors is required. Experience in both nonprofit and corporate environments is preferred.Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:This job operates in an office setting and is primarily a sedentary role. Travel is primarily local; however, some travel may be expected. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Highly ethical with high-level standards. Demonstrated Leader of People, Strategy, and Operational efficiency. Ability to develop sound departmental budgets and execute within established budgets. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated Business and Financial Acumen. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, adaptable, and a good listener.EQUITY + SALARY DISCLOSURESalary Range: $150,000 – $170,000. We believe in practices that create real equity and pay parity regardless of background or identity and we freely discuss compensation with all qualified candidates the first time we interview them.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMEDA and kpCompanies are equal opportunity employers and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record, and any other legally protected characteristic.All submissions are received in the strictest confidence.
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