Executive Director

Casperwyoming; Casper, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Professional development, training, &

Travel opportunities

Job summary

The Casper Area Chamber of Commerce invites applications for an Executive Director to lead the organization, drive revenue, and advance its mission in Casper, Wyoming. This highly visible role focuses on membership growth, community leadership, and operational excellence.

The Executive Director will build relationships with members, officials, and business leaders, oversee budgeting and governance, and represent the Chamber publicly.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership with successful revenue growth and sponsorships.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead membership growth and diversified revenue generation.
• Provide strategic leadership and execute the Chamber's strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors.
• Represent the Chamber with businesses, government, economic development organizations, educational institutions, and community partners.
• Provide strategic oversight of marketing, communications, and brand messaging to support membership growth and community engagement.
• Lead, coach, and develop Chamber staff while fostering a culture of accountability and exceptional member service.

Skills

Sales & revenue development

Relationship building

Public speaking

Leadership

Strategic planning

Nonprofit governance

Job description

About the Casper Area Chamber of Commerce

The Casper Area Chamber of Commerce serves as the voice of business for the Casper region. We connect businesses through advocacy, networking, leadership development, workforce initiatives, education, and strategic partnerships that strengthen our local economy. As we enter an exciting new chapter focused on sustainable growth, increased member value, and stronger community partnerships, we are seeking a dynamic Executive Director to lead the organization and serve as a visible champion for Casper's business community.

Position Overview

The Executive Director serves as the Chamber's chief executive officer and chief revenue driver, reporting directly to the Board of Directors. This leader is responsible for membership growth, revenue generation, community leadership, staff development, financial stewardship, and operational excellence while advancing the Chamber's mission and long-term impact. This is a highly visible, community-facing leadership position. While responsible for overseeing the Chamber's day-to-day operations, the Executive Director is expected to spend significant time building relationships with members, prospective members, community partners, elected officials, and business leaders throughout the Casper area. Success in this role is built on visibility, accessibility, and active engagement in the business community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead membership growth, retention, and diversified revenue generation.
• Provide strategic leadership and execute the Chamber's strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors.
• Represent the Chamber with businesses, government, economic development organizations, educational institutions, and community partners.
• Provide strategic oversight of marketing, communications, and brand messaging to support membership growth and community engagement.
• Lead, coach, and develop Chamber staff while fostering a culture of accountability and exceptional member service.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, nonprofit compliance, and organizational operations.
• Serve as the Chamber's primary spokesperson through public speaking, advocacy, and community engagement.

What Success Looks Like

• Grow and retain Chamber membership.
• Increase sponsorship and non-dues revenue.
• Strengthen member engagement and satisfaction.
• Maintain sound financial stewardship and organizational sustainability.
• Build meaningful relationships throughout the business community.
• Successfully execute the Chamber's strategic priorities in partnership with the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with a strong background in sales, business development, and organizational growth.
• Demonstrated success building relationships and generating revenue.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Experience leading teams and managing organizational operations.
• Understanding of budgeting, nonprofit financial management, governance, and compliance.
• Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors preferred.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and drive organizational growth.
• Chamber, association, nonprofit, or comparable business leadership experience preferred.

Why Join the Casper Area Chamber?

This is an opportunity to lead one of Wyoming's most respected business organizations to an exciting point in its growth. The Executive Director will play a key role in shaping the future of the Chamber while making a lasting impact on the Casper business community. The Executive Director will help shape strategy, strengthen the Chamber's role in the community, build meaningful business relationships, and create measurable impact throughout the Casper region.

• Starting salary of $65,000, with higher compensation available based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development, training, and travel opportunities.
• Opportunity to serve as a visible leader and advocate for Casper's business community.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail]. Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2026. The preferred start date is October 2026, or as mutually agreed upon.