EXECUTIVE POSITION PROFILE. Executive Director

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1 EXECUTIVE POSITION PROFILE ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION TWMN ( is a Twin Cities nonprofit professional women s organization founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota in This is an organization of talented women who are committed to helping develop other women professionally and provide a realm of influence - Women supporting women across industries. TWMN by the Numbers: 370 Members 134 Mentor / Mentee Pairings HISTORY 4,807 Event Attendees Co-founded by Pam Borton and Linda Hopkins, the genesis of started in the spring of Pam Borton, a the winningest head women s basketball coach in University of Minnesota history, was invited to be the keynote speaker for the Women in Business Awards Luncheon sponsored by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal honoring 50 top women executives. As Borton delivered her inspiring and emotional speech on the life lessons her studentathletes learned daily, her message resonated loud and clear women need to support women. In her presentation to encourage and support women in reaching their full potential, she emphasized that society needs more women in leadership! Women need to help other women become successful. And, young women and girls need mentorship as well. On the heels of delivering this moving and motivational message and with the support of many of the women who received awards that day believers came together and launched. Pam Borton continues her leadership and commitment as President of. She is the author of ON Point, sharing her insights from coaching to help all leaders excel under pressure, build exceptional teams and achieve success. An outstanding board of directors provides strategic insight and support

2 to the organization as well; this is a real asset during these formative years. MISSION The mission of TWMN is to inspire, encourage, and support women in reaching their full potential. We do this by providing networking opportunities, educational workshops, conferencing, and mentoring. VALUES Women Supporting Women We have a clear sense of purpose, values, and integrity in our organization. We are a Team. We value relationships, community, life-long learning, mentoring and an atmosphere of shared empowerment. We support all women who work or live in Minnesota, providing opportunities both personally and professionally. We believe in leadership development, from entry level up to the C-suite. We give back to the community and inspire others to do the same. PROGRAMS provides a variety of programs focused on the professional development, networking and mentoring of women: Networking These popular and well-attended events help women expand and enrich their impact, and they give women the support and confidence to break out of their comfort zones. Professional Development Clinics These cutting-edge forums, held at first-class venues, provide content on relevant business topics and important issues of the day, and present a unique and powerful opportunity to meet and learn from successful Twin Cities businesswomen. Page 2

3 Mentoring Program A rich cross-generational and cross-professional relationship that benefits both Mentor and Mentee. The approach is Mentee-driven, one-on-one, and takes place over a 12-month timeframe. Leadership Conference This annual spring event often sells out, as it has become one of the premier women s conferences of the year. Whether you are looking to develop rainmaking skills, hone competencies around leadership, broaden your professional network, or simply looking for new opportunities and inspiration, this conference is not to be missed. PRESENTING THE POSITION OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TWMN is seeking an entrepreneurial, self-starting individual to fill the position of Executive Director. This individual will provide strategic, administrative and programmatic leadership to the organization. The directly reports to Pam Borton, the President, and is closely aligned with the Board of Directors. This role, along with the President, shares responsibility for the success of the organization through increased membership, programming excellence and fundraising/revenue growth. The oversees the position of Marketing and Communications Coordinator and will engage others in administrative and financial work, as needed, on behalf of the organization. Because of the small size of TWMN, this is a very hands-on position. At this time, TWMN has an operating budget of $185,000. THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE: The is responsible for helping to ensure success of TWMN. Specific areas of responsibility and accountability desired include but are not limited to: Provide Leadership to the Board and Young Professionals Board o Work with the TWMN Board to develop, implement and execute a long-term strategic plan o Work with the President and Board Chair, Executive Committee and Committee Chairs to schedule, organize agendas and prepare materials for Board Meetings and committee meetings o Oversee all activities of TWMN committees, Young Professional Board (YPB), members & volunteers o Provide updates and information for the Board of Directors on key metrics and initiatives Page 3

4 Fundraising & Membership o Develop and implement a successful fund-raising and membership plan in conjunction with the Board o Work with board members, members, event attendees, corporate annual sponsors, event sponsors other stakeholders to raise revenue for the organization o Cultivate relationships - a pipeline of prospects, solicit donors, and grow membership o Work with the local corporations and other organizations to support TWMN activities & establish key strategic partners that benefit TWMN S mission & goals o Oversee and manage special events to raise funds and gain new donors, while accurately maintaining history, lists and contacts o Assist Board members in publicizing and promoting TWMN through the various networks in creating a buzz to enhance success in partnership development, fundraising, media relations and special events. o Track progress toward fundraising and membership goals; manage activities and priorities related to fundraising Community Engagement o Create marketing initiatives designed to build and expand awareness and excitement about TWMN in the Twin Cities - Minneapolis/St. Paul area o Develop relationships with corporate, business, philanthropic, academic and government leaders o Engage Board members to make introductions to influential individuals and organizations Leadership and Management o Manage TWMN staff - Marketing and Communications Coordinator o Conduct regular performance evaluation, provide feedback and accountability involving board members and other staff o Maintain official records and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations o Relevant with best practices in professional women s leadership organizations in the market o Maintain a healthy culture reflecting the organization s mission and values o Continue to create relevant and high quality programming Operations and Administration o Provide input to improving TWMN general operating practices, including database & infrastructures o Ensure that TWMN events are conducted professionally o Prepare and manage annual budget and execute sound financial practices Page 4

5 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate for this position is a skilled professional who has a background in the business and/or association membership sector and who has a passion for the mission of the organization. A bachelor s degree in a related field and a minimum of five years of progressively increasing leadership, fundraising, and marketing experience is required. The following qualities would be exemplified by the ideal candidate: Exceptional presence-the ability to interact and communicate in a variety of settings Externally focused the ability to be the face of the organization to members, donors, strategic partners, volunteers and other stakeholders Connectedness--competence in networking and building relationships Entrepreneurial--self-starter with resourcefulness mind-set Team player works collaboratively with the Board, YPB, staff and members Communications--outstanding verbal, written and presentation skills Fundraising strong abilities to tell the story of and generate financial support for the organization The will possess a passion that is aligned with the mission and goals of the organization. They will be committed to excellence in the programming provided by. As needed, the will be able to attend and provide support for events that take place in the evening. COMPENSATION PACKAGE The executive compensation package for this position is based on qualifications and experiences. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Please your cover letter and resume to info@teamwomenmn.org TWMN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Page 5