Chief Marketing Officer. Search conducted by: waldronhr.com

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1 Chief Marketing Officer Search conducted by: waldronhr.com

2 The Organization Fair Trade USA (FTUSA), a four-time winner of Fast Company Magazine s Social Capitalist award, is an internationally renowned social enterprise that promotes sustainable development and corporate social responsibility. Founded in 1998, FTUSA is the leading independent third-party certifier of Fair Trade products in the United States. Its unique market-based model for sustainability links millions of farming families in the developing world to leading U.S. and global companies through more direct, equitable trading partnerships. Fair Trade empowers working and farming families to improve their living standards while protecting the environment. At the same time, it strengthens global supply chains and makes sustainability a driver of profitability for the business community. To date, FTUSA has channeled over $400 million in additional income to hardworking farmers and workers around the world. To learn more about Fair Trade, please visit their website here. How It Works Fair Trade USA takes pride in having developed strong partnerships with over 1,200 U.S. and global companies from importers and exporters to brands and retailers of coffee, tea, chocolate, sugar, fresh produce, fish, apparel, home goods, and dozens of other product categories. Its unique, shared value model ensures that farmers and workers in the global supply chain achieve better working conditions, incomes, and living standards. At the same time, Fair Trade enables brands and retailers to develop stronger supply chains, reputations, and consumer loyalty. Today, 67% of U.S. shoppers recognize the Fair Trade Certified label and 20% are buying Fair Trade products. The rapid growth of the Fair Trade market over the last 17 years suggests that a more enlightened model of conscious capitalism is emerging enabling people, planet, and profit to thrive together.

3 The Position & Key Priorities FTUSA is investing significant capital in its global expansion and is well positioned for its next phase of growth, generating an impact on the lives of millions of families. The Chief Marketing Officer is a newly created role and will join this incredible journey to help shape the strategies that will drive the organization s plans to scale. This is a rare history-making opportunity to work with a strong brand with a commitment of resources behind it and an appetite for daring approaches to marketing and communications. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the CMO will develop innovative and comprehensive programs that blend all elements of cause marketing from advertising and public relations, to digital and social media, to grassroots ambassador campaigns, to in-store marketing. Key objectives include: Activate Consumers: Increase consumer awareness, adoption, and loyalty to help promote sales growth across all FTUSA categories helping consumers understand the concept of Fair Trade, why it matters, and the impact that their purchases can have when they buy Fair Trade Certified products. Excite Businesses: Ensure companies become and remain familiar with Fair Trade and understand the benefits it can bring to both profit and sustainability. Work directly with partner brands to educate consumers and build demand for Fair Trade products. Engage Stakeholders: Grow awareness of FTUSA s brand, mission, and theory of change so that others in the space, including Fair Trade campaign advocates, social enterprises, NGOs, and funders, are aware of FTUSA s impact and how they can collaborate in a globally transformative movement. In support of its growth, FTUSA is launching an ambitious Consumer Activation Plan, a multi-pronged strategy to design the next iteration of its website, pilot experimental consumer engagement tactics, test innovative social media campaigns, and boost staff and resources for the Marketing & Communications team. The CMO will own and manage this initiative through to completion, including working with an outside agency to support the design and implementation of the plan. Partnership and influencer marketing strategies are key components for the CMO to incorporate into FTUSA s approach to leverage the resources and ideas of over 1,200 leading brand partners. The CMO will craft strategies for engagement and coordination for joint marketing campaigns, storytelling, and messaging. This role requires refined abilities to understand brand partners needs, including how to navigate complex, highly interconnected relationships as well as how to co-develop national marketing programs with major brands and retailers. The CMO is a member of FTUSA s Executive Leadership Team, which is responsible for driving organizationwide strategy and growth plans for the organization. Additionally, the CMO will oversee a team of talented marketing and communications professionals as well as outside agencies that provide support on public relations, graphic design, and the Consumer Activation Plan initiative. This position will require strong collaboration and integration across all organizational disciplines and functions, not only with the product category and business development teams, but also with operations, finance, and resource development in order to implement and monitor effective marketing strategies which build momentum for FTUSA efforts and drive growth for Fair Trade Certified products.

4 The Ideal Candidate FTUSA seeks an innovative and resourceful Chief Marketing Officer who is passionate about its mission to create profound, measureable impact for farming and working families around the world. A savvy and visionary marketing leader who thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment, the new CMO will design bold, inspiring, and contemporary campaigns to build brand visibility, and consumer awareness around the importance of buying and using Fair Trade Certified products. The ideal candidate will be experienced developing modern marketing capabilities that represent best practices around team leadership, talent development, work processes, and technology platforms and tools. Success in the digital marketing world is essential, yet candidates must be well grounded in traditional brand marketing. The role requires a solid track record developing effective, results-driven social media campaigns, especially with social influencers. In a limited resource environment, it takes ingenuity and tenacity to devise campaigns that deliver explosive and exponential outcomes relative to the dollars invested. The CMO must also be a compelling and inspiring storyteller and content developer to effectively communicate Fair Trade USA s impact and mission. The CMO will have strong leadership/mentoring skills and the ability to effectively manage people and projects to deliver results. A high attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing demands are necessary. Additionally, candidates must have a thirst for data and analytics to drive decision-making, as well as know how to measure and track results through clear KPIs. FTUSA is a fast-paced, dynamic environment driven by a passion for doing good in the world. It values integrity, innovation, idealism, and impact. The CMO must thrive in this highly entrepreneurial and results-focused setting, and will be excited about contributing to the organization s ambitious plans for growth.

5 Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have a minimum of ten years experience designing and executing marketing strategies, media relations plans, and brand communications. FTUSA prefers a proven track record of success advancing cutting edge approaches in cause marketing, lifestyle brand, or the CPG space. Especially desirable is an understanding of issue advocacy and the marketing of concepts as opposed to products or services. A background in issues management and public relations is also important. Outstanding writing and editing skills and experience in both B2B and B2C marketing are essential. The role requires a bachelor s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred. This position requires some domestic travel. To Be Considered Fair Trade USA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply as soon as possible at Waldron s Candidate Portal. Please submit your resume and cover letter expressing your passion for the mission and fit for the role. The following team from Waldron is assisting the search for a Chief Marketing Officer: Jeff Waldron Managing Director Direct: jeff@waldronhr.com Mary Pelleriti Engagement Manager Direct: mary@waldronhr.com

6 Waldron is honored to work with Fair Trade USA in the search for a Chief Marketing Officer. We believe in and support the work of Fair Trade USA and we are doing our best to recruit a talented team leader who will accelerate this mission. As the consulting partner strategic leaders choose to help attract, engage, and inspire effective leaders, Waldron provides a unique combination of executive search, leadership development, and career transition services across sectors and industries. Our passion is helping people and organizations realize their full potential and increase their impact. Seattle Portland San Francisco waldronhr.com