President & Chief Executive Officer

About This Role

This role will provide visionary leadership and hands-on management to advance LNC's standing as a top leadership program, requiring a blend of strategic thinking and tactical execution. The President will set the organizational direction and work with a small, dedicated team to achieve LNC's mission and vision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a compelling vision for LNC's future and lead the implementation of Board-approved strategies for sustained growth and impact
• Lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy, cultivating major gifts, securing corporate sponsorships, and writing grants to generate over $1M annually
• Manage, mentor, and support a small professional team, administering HR functions and fostering professional development
• Develop a strong alumni activation plan, transforming the 1,500+ member network into active partners and advocates
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with alumni, program participants, Board of Directors, corporate partners, major donors, and community leaders
• Develop and manage the yearly budget, uphold fiscal responsibility, and create diverse revenue sources for financial health
• Ensure the delivery of cutting-edge leadership programs and identify opportunities for improvement and expansion
• Collaborate effectively with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, providing strategic advice and operational transparency
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for LNC, representing the organization to media, government officials, funders, and business leaders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience
• 5+ years in senior executive roles (Executive Director, President, CEO, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated success in nonprofit management (leadership, education, or civic engagement organizations)
• Proven track record in fundraising (major gifts $25,000+, corporate partnerships, grant writing, annual fund, special events)
• Experience developing and implementing multi-year strategic plans
• Personal experience with direct solicitation and donor cultivation
• Ability to effectively articulate a persuasive case for support
• Experience managing development programs generating $1M+ annually
• Proven ability to motivate and develop small teams
• Experience with administering human resource functions and goal setting
• Experience managing in collaborative, non-hierarchical environments
• Ability to build high-performing, mission-driven cultures
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to engage diverse groups
• Excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills
• Experience working effectively with volunteer boards and committees
• Deep understanding of North Carolina's political, economic, and social landscapes
• Commitment to a non-partisan approach to leadership and execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or relevant master's or doctorate degree) strongly preferred
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years in senior executive roles

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, or relevant master's or doctorate degree)
• Established relationships within North Carolina's business, nonprofit, and government sectors

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits