The President & Chief Executive Officer reports to the Board of Directors and directly supervises: Vice President-Community Investment, Vice President-Marketing & Communication, Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Executive Assistant; total staff of 22. Other important relationships include donors and their representatives, investment advisers, public and private sector community leaders, members of the media and outside advisors.
The President & CEO provides professional leadership and assistance to the Board of Directors in all matters related to the accomplishment of the Foundation's goals; implements Board policies; directs and oversees the overall strategic direction, grantmaking, development, communications and administrative activities of the Foundation; and manages a $3.7MM operating budget.
Candidates may come from a variety of professional backgrounds: a top executive of a comparable community foundation; a top executive of a complex nonprofit organization with a mission of service to the community; a “#2” or other senior leader at a similar organization who is professionally prepared to step up to the CEO-level position; an experienced for-profit leader with background of service to nonprofits and an interest in this kind of career path. Successful candidates will have a history of achieving organizational growth as a direct result of their leadership.
A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Status as a Certified Fund Raising Executive is desirable.
The President & Chief Executive Officer position of the Akron Community Foundation is an outstanding opportunity for a community foundation, nonprofit or private sector executive to lead an organization committed to building a community of opportunity. The strategic direction of the Foundation is one of growth in terms of assets, engagement and leadership. The Foundation enjoys an outstanding reputation with key organizations in the area along with solid fiscal and investment results. The CEO will inherit an enthusiastic and dedicated Foundation staff and a committed Board of Trustees. The Greater Akron area economy is diverse, with a history of rubber and tire manufacturing, and a focus on healthcare, biomedical research, and advanced materials science. The Foundation is viewed as a true leader in the community and this CEO position represents a leadership opportunity to continue the Foundation’s growth and impact on the community with an exciting role in defining the Greater Akron area for years to come.
