President and CEO

ChicagoMSDC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

ChicagoMSDC is seeking a dynamic President and CEO to lead the organization in promoting minority business development. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background, experience in economic development, and a commitment to community engagement. This role is pivotal in driving the strategic vision and ensuring the success of minority businesses in the Chicagoland area.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within the private sector is crucial.
• Knowledge of government and economic development sectors is beneficial.
• Civic leadership and community engagement experience are attractive.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic vision to the organization.
• Serve as the primary ambassador to funding sources and community organizations.
• Mentor and grow staff while fostering a supportive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Vision

Community Engagement

Economic Development

Education

Experience with Nonprofits

Background in Business Development

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Base pay range

$185,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

About Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council

As the founding and oldest affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), Chicago Regional Purchasing Council DBA Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council (“ChicagoMSDC”) is a 501(c)(3) nationally recognized leader in the field of minority business development and economic empowerment. First in the nation, ChicagoMSDC was the model other cities adopted to chart councils of their own. Today, the ChicagoMSDC is one of 23 affiliates of the NMSDC.

ChicagoMSDC was founded on two fundamental principles: there had to be a partnership between minority business, corporate America and government, and there had to be basic fairness in the marketplace for all.

Looking Ahead

The ChicagoMSDC continues to explore innovative ways to expand and better serve its network.

Moving forward the ChicagoMSDC will seek different ways to engage with businesses, reach new partners and boost certified companies. One of its goals is to maximize its impact and collaborative success by ensuring its services remain relevant and evolve with the business landscape in a tech-driven world.

The ChicagoMDSC views itself as the growth engine for minority and small businesses in the Chicagoland region. As such, the ChicagoMSDC is embarking on the development of a new strategic plan. The new strategic plan will include improved goals for communications, technology, data, and metrics as a foundation for strategic priorities and processes for buyer and seller connectivity.

In partnership with all of the ChicagoMDSC’s constituents, the next President & CEO will prioritize showcasing minority and small businesses, including documentation and analysis of the economic impact and job creation within these communities.

In addition, the next President & CEO will mentor, grow and invest in the ChicagoMSDC’s knowledgeable and talented staff, while fostering a culture that is result-oriented, supportive and progressive. Courageous leadership is critical in this next chapter of the ChicagoMSDC to accelerate and sustain change in business diversity. The next leader of the ChicagoMSDC will be accountable for leading from the front to drive outcomes and building upon a solid foundation to support existing, emerging, and future generations of thriving minority and small businesses.

For more information about the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council please visit: https://www.chicagomsdc.org/

The Opportunity

The Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council ("ChicagoMSDC") is seeking a multi-faceted President & CEO to provide leadership and strategic vision to the organization. The President & CEO will serve as the primary ambassador to private and public funding sources, financial institutions, minority and small business organizations, media, and other community and economic development organizations.

The President & CEO will report to the ChicagoMSDC Board of Directors and is accountable to the ChicagoMSDC’s corporate members and minority and small business enterprises. They will also work closely with the ChicagoMSDC Board of Directors to ensure the successful implementation of the organization's new strategic plan.

Leaders from a variety of backgrounds will be attractive. Experience with the private sector is particularly important as well as knowledge of government, economic development and related sectors. Experience with nonprofits is not required, but voluntary and/or civic leadership and community engagement will be attractive. Executives from across the country are encouraged to express interest. Leaders who have lived in Chicago previously will find it advantageous to build on existing networks.

Compensation, Benefits and Location

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $185,000 - $200,000 with a generous benefits package.

This is an on-site role. Candidates must possess the ability to routinely cultivate in-person relationships with the ChicagoMSDC staff and partners on a regular basis.

Contact

DSG | Koya has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Tiara D. Muse. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.

DSG | Koya is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email [e-mail]. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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