LEADERSHIP PROFILE. President Kanuga Conferences Hendersonville, NC

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1 LEADERSHIP PROFILE Kanuga Conferences Hendersonville, NC To provide for God s people in this broken world a glimpse of the Kingdom through hearing the Gospel, experiencing Christian Community and being empowered for strength, growth and service, in both our individual communities and in the rest of God s creation. Kanuga mission statement THE OPPORTUNITY This is a time of great promise for Kanuga. As Kanuga looks towards its centennial in 2028, the will join an organization steeped in tradition and faithful Christian witness. Grounded in spirituality and a core understanding of Kanuga s unique place in the world of the Episcopal Church, the will expand Kanuga s reach as an ambassador for the special role that Kanuga plays at the intersection of faith, facility and fellowship. S/he will advance a long tradition of strong business acumen, organizational culture and a creative balance of mission and margin. The will maintain a consistent focus on building external relationships, broadening fundraising efforts and calibrating the 84 Peachtree Street NW Fourth Floor Atlanta, GA Finding leaders that matter for missions that matter.

2 Page 2 of 7 organizational strategy necessary for Kanuga to achieve its goals. S/he will work in partnership with the board and staff and channel their talents in service of Kanuga s future. To reach its aspirations, Kanuga seeks a seasoned executive who is grounded in his/her Episcopal faith and brings a passion for Kanuga and its mission. Mandates for the new will include: Leading the organization with principles and Christian values emblematic of the best tenets of the Episcopal Church Increasing organizational exposure and connectedness. The will embrace the role as the face of Kanuga with enthusiasm. Securing Kanuga s future through consistent and skillful fundraising Promoting Kanuga s position as an institution that welcomes a wide variety of views and that offers a physical and spiritual venue for respectful discourse and discussion Thoughtfully balancing the needs and aspirations of current and future generations of Kanuga guests and supporters The opportunity for the is bold and compelling: to lead Kanuga into a new era of visibility, engagement, fundraising and service to Episcopal, Anglican and ecumenical communities. Through vision, passion and leadership, the will ensure that Kanuga continues to realize its mission long into the future. THE ORGANIZATION Founded in 1928, Kanuga is a deeply spiritual place with special meaning to multiple generations. Common among descriptions about the campus and community is the belief that Kanuga is incredibly unique and a place that must be experienced to be fully appreciated. As a family retreat destination, conference location and summer camp venue, it is a place where hearts, minds and bodies are nurtured in Christian community.

3 Page 3 of 7 The Kanuga campus spans 1400 acres and includes three lakes, 22 miles of hiking trails and 147 comfortably rustic buildings. Welcoming more than 170 groups and 25,000 visitors annually, Kanuga prides itself as a place where different perspectives can be explored in a safe and respectful environment. Given this well-earned reputation, Kanuga serves as host to a wide variety of secular and broadly ecumenical events and provides guests with both the professional resources and the inspirational setting necessary to ensure successful and productive gatherings. Kanuga serves families during eleven guest week periods annually. Successive generations of families have enjoyed and continue to cherish the setting, and characterize their time at Kanuga as restorative and reflective. Many describe the campus as a holy place. The organization has a diverse full-time staff of 120 (which grows to 250 during the summer months). A current annual budget of $8 million is anchored by a $9 million endowment that is part of a total asset base of $20 million. Support for Kanuga is strong. The organization enjoys a donor base of more than 1000 individuals who collectively have contributed more than $1 million annually for over 30 years and the full board participates in annual giving. Kanuga has made significant strides in modernizing the campus and continues to be a model steward of the environment. These improvements include conversion of the facilities from propane to natural gas, the installation of a solar-thermal system on 11 buildings that heats 1.5 million gallons of water annually, high speed Wi-Fi throughout the 62 room inn and central buildings and the active inclusion of locally grown produce that is supplemented by an organic garden on the grounds. For more information about Kanuga and its history, please go to A significant plan for additional improvements to the campus is underway (renovation of the Inn commenced in November and is expected to conclude before June 2016) and is being supported by a $15 million capital campaign. To date, phase one of the campaign is at 85% of its goal and has enjoyed support from a broad donor community. Due in large part to the personal connection to Kanuga by generations of Episcopalians and its role as a place of peace, exchange and spiritual reflection, the capital campaign is moving forward with momentum and purpose.

4 Page 4 of 7 THE RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees, the is charged with oversight and accountability for Kanuga. S/he will be an engaged leader who balances representing Kanuga externally with a regular and meaningful presence on campus. The will build on the strong culture of the organization and create a vision for the future that both embraces Kanuga s traditions and realizes its aspirations. More specifically, the will: 1. Capably and consistently lead Kanuga with passion. The will be a strategic leader with high aspirations, integrity and a vision for growth and mission impact. S/he will be credible, collaborative and committed to the organization and its people. 2. Develop and drive the vision and strategy for the organization in tandem with the board and in concert with the 2028 long-range plan. The will be responsible for calibrating Kanuga s vision and strategy to achieve both short and long-term goals. S/he will have a high level of comfort with business analysis and strategy, driving ownership of plans by the board, staff and organizational stakeholders and managing an organization through changing economic climates. S/he will work closely with the board and board committees, and in concert with the COO, ensure that targets and roles are clear and that progress against goals is measurable and consistently communicated to appropriate internal and external audiences. 3. Be an outgoing and engaging representative for Kanuga and advocate for its role and mission throughout the Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion. The will be the internal and external face of Kanuga and its most public champion. S/he will be gifted at connecting with members of the business, civic, philanthropic and faith communities and with all generations of current and prospective Kanuga guests and supporters. Through networking, presence and a focus on the organization s culture, history and hospitality, the will make Kanuga a central, go-to venue where stakeholders can address some of the Episcopal Church s challenges and opportunities in a neutral, welcoming and spiritually supportive setting. 4. Actively lead Kanuga s fundraising efforts and grow contributed income. The will be uncommonly good at building relationships, telling the

5 Page 5 of 7 Kanuga story and inspiring support for the mission. S/he will grow and diversify the donor base and sources of earned and contributed revenue. The will bring a proven track record of success in cultivating and securing significant support and will skillfully plan and execute Kanuga s comprehensive fundraising efforts. 5. Lead Kanuga with strong faith and passion for the Episcopal Church. The will be driven by a desire for Kanuga to succeed in both its economic goals and its spiritual mission. S/he will lead the organization with purpose, commitment and a clear sense of service to the Episcopal Church and its community. THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced leader who is comfortable with the role of externally representing the organization. Superlative leadership, interpersonal, fundraising and strategic planning skills are essential. Knowledge of similarly complex professional organizations as well as previous interaction and experience with the Kanuga community is highly valued. The will bring a collaborative spirit, energy and enthusiasm, high emotional intelligence, listening and communication skills and quiet confidence. Attributes being sought in the new include: A natural capability as a leader and manager A strong track record of success in fundraising and a genuine excitement about cultivating donor and philanthropic relationships Significant senior-level executive experience with Profit and Loss accountability A deep knowledge of the Episcopal Church A willingness to travel regularly and extensively Relevant experience with a strong track record of achievement in managing complex, dynamic and multi-faceted institutions Strong organizational skills and an orientation toward outcomes and metrics Facility in working with boards and board committees

6 Page 6 of 7 Significant experience and ability in leading organizational planning around vision and strategy A strength and facility with both details and high level thinking The ability to make decisions quickly and decisively often with limited information Experience with revenue generation and a sense of eagerness and creativity in approaching new business opportunities An understanding for the importance of tradition and how to balance it appropriately with progress An open person that inspires trust, invites collaboration and engenders an environment of teamwork Ideally, personal experience (or experiences) with Kanuga that help inform their perspective THE RELATIONSHIPS The serves at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees and reports to the Board s Executive Committee. The Executive Committee provides input in setting the s annual goals, provides advice and counsel during its six annual meetings and calls, provides annual performance feedback and sets the s compensation. The works closely with the COO in setting Kanuga s goals Reports to Executive Committee, Kanuga Board of Trustees Direct Management Chief Operating Officer Strong Matrix Management Has other key relationships including: Manager, Board Relations VP of Advancement Controller HR Director The Kanuga Conferences, Inc. Board of Trustees and Kanuga Endowment, Inc. Board of Directors The Kanuga Board of Visitors Donors and supporters of Kanuga Leaders and key members of the Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion Corporate partners Long-time and first-time guests of Kanuga Civic leadership and government officials integral to Kanuga s mission and operations and those of the Division Head Team members; s/he also provides input for their performance feedback and compensation. The COO is a trusted advisor of the and acts in the s stead when s/he cannot be present.

7 Page 7 of 7 Kanuga is an equal opportunity employer, and a diverse slate of compelling candidates is being sought. Significant first-hand knowledge of the Episcopal Church community would be a substantial asset. THE LOCATION Kanuga is located in historic Hendersonville, North Carolina feet above sea level in one of the most beautiful and picturesque regions of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Regularly cited for its livability and natural beauty, Henderson County is home to over 110,000 residents. Hendersonville is served by the Asheville Regional Airport; Greenville Spartanburg International Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport are both within driving distance from Hendersonville and provide additional travel options. The Hendersonville area is home to Connemara Farms the home of Pulitzer Prizewinning poet and writer Carl Sandburg, the DuPont State Recreational Forest, The Pisgah National Forest, the Flat Rock Playhouse, Bullington Gardens, the North Carolina Apple Festival, the Western North Carolina Air Museum and the Henderson County Heritage Museum. With a mild year-round climate, the region boasts a wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, camping, rafting and mountain biking. For more information, go to For potential consideration or to suggest a prospect, please Kanuga@BoardWalkConsulting.com or call John Sparrow or Laura DiBacco at