Director

EmergencyMD; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Cell phone stipend

Downtown Grand Rapids parking

Job summary

Family Business Alliance in Grand Rapids is seeking a Director to lead growth, build trust with family business owners, represent FBA with warmth and professionalism, and strengthen partnerships across the community.

You will oversee operations, provide administrative and financial oversight, and lead a team of three to expand reach and impact, driving EOS-aligned strategy toward the 3-year picture and 10-year targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of non-profit, business, or leadership experience.
• Experience in fundraising, donor cultivation, sponsorships, flagship events, and campaigns.
• Strong relationship building and exceptional communication skills.
• Governance experience and ability to work with a board on strategic decisions.
• Ability to recruit, develop, and retain staff and foster a positive culture.
• Knowledge of EOS and strategic planning toward 3-year and 10-year targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Family Business Alliance’s growth and visibility in the community.
• Serve as the face of the organization and strengthen partner relationships.
• Oversee operations, financial oversight, and a small team of three professionals.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors on governance and strategy.
• Drive revenue generation, events, and capital campaigns.
• Foster an inclusive, mission-driven organizational culture.

Skills

Fundraising or sales

Communication

Relationship building

Governance & board liaison

Team leadership

EOS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Us

Th e Family Business Alliance (FBA) is a thriving membership-based association serving nearly 200 companies a cross West Michigan. Born out of an alliance with Grand Valley State University's Family Owned Business Institute and the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce in 2006, the FBA fosters community and mentorship among family business leaders, delivers tailored educational programs, and hosts valuable peer groups along with 16+ signature events and workshops each year - all to help members navigate the unique challenges of running a family business and improve succession outcomes. We approach this work with our core values of being member driven, providing a safe, confidential, and trusted community, and being accessible to meet our members where they are.

About this role

We are searching for the next Director to lead the Family Business Alliance into the next phase of growth. The FBA Director will serve as the visible face of the organization - building trust with family business owners, representing FBA in the community, strengthening partner relationships, and communicating the value of FBA with warmth, credibility, and professionalism. This role is ideal for you if you enjoy being a collaborative and strategic partner while rolling up your sleeves to get the job done. The Director also executes the strategic vision, provides administrative and financial oversight of the operations, and leads a team of three talented professionals to grow our reach and impact. In this role you will:

• Bring a passion for family business and use your education, preferably a Bachelor's degree, and 8+ years of non-profit, business, or leadership experience to oversee execution of organization’s mission, strategic priorities, fiscal health, and programming
• Have fundraising or sales expertise to spearhead revenue generation including grant writing, donor cultivation, corporate sponsorships, flagship events, and capital campaigns
• Be a strong relationship builder, connector, and exceptional communicator to serve as the face of the organization, deepen partnerships, connect with business and position FBA as a trusted family business resource and champion
• Partner with the Board of Directors to support effective governance, strategic decision-making, and transparent communication regarding organizational performance and strategy
• Recruit, develop, and retain talented staff while fostering a thriving organizational culture
• Leverage knowledge of the entrepreneurial operating system (EOS) to drive the organization in alignment with the 3-year picture and 10-year target goals

What You'll Get

• Full health insurance coverage, effective 1st of the month following 30 days
• Employer paid life, short term, and long-term disability insurance
• Optional pet insurance coverage for your fur kids
• Employee Assistance Program
• A 401(k)–retirement plan with up to a 5% match
• Paid time off + bonus PTO for the summer months
• 8 paid holidays + a floating holiday
• Cell phone stipend
• Vibrant office culture housed within the GR Chamber + paid parking in downtown Grand Rapids

If you are a strategic and visionary leader that wants to join us in advancing our mission. Apply today to be part of the work!