Chief Executive Officer
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Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Cleveland Ohio
Organization: JumpStart Inc.
Reports To: Board Chair
Department: Executive
About JumpStart Inc.
JumpStart Inc. is a nationally recognized nonprofit venture development organization whose mission is to drive economic vitality by connecting entrepreneurs to the opportunities and resources they need to succeed.
Since 2004 weve helped thousands of entrepreneurs and small businesses launch grow and scalefueling over $15B in total economic impact since 2010. In 2024 alone companies supported by JumpStart and our partners generated $1.7B in economic output and 10702 jobs across Ohio.
We envision Ohio as a premier destination for entrepreneurs where businesses thrivechampioned by an inclusive and impactful support network.
Position Summary
JumpStart Inc. seeks a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to serve as the strategic and operational leader of the organization. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors the CEO will:
Drive transformative economic impact through entrepreneurship and innovation.
Foster statewide collaboration among funders partners and founders.
Diversify funding sources to sustain and grow JumpStarts mission.
Lead a high-performing executive team and steward partnerships that power Ohios entrepreneurial ecosystem.
This is a pivotal opportunity to build on JumpStarts strong foundation while positioning the organization for the next era of inclusive innovation and long-term impact.
Strategic Priorities
Accelerate Startup Formation Drive innovation partnerships and access to capital.
Expand Statewide Impact Strengthen JumpStarts position as a cornerstone of Ohios entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Diversify Revenue Streams Build a sustainable and resilient funding model.
Evolve Services Anticipate and meet the future needs of founders and small businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Visionary Leadership
Champion a bold vision that drives economic transformation through entrepreneurship.
Lead strategic planning and execution to evolve JumpStarts relevance and impact.
Shape and communicate a unifying long-term vision for staff funders and partners.
Serve as a cultural beaconmodeling values of diversity learning and innovation.
Influence policy and thought leadership in inclusive economic development.
Operational & Fiscal Oversight
Ensure fiscal integrity and strategic financial management.
Build operational systems and performance dashboards tied to mission outcomes.
Leverage technology and automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
Oversee budgeting forecasting and financial reporting aligned with strategic goals.
Optimize resource allocation across philanthropic public and earned income streams.
Revenue Generation & Partnerships
Lead revenue diversification and sustainability strategies.
Cultivate relationships with public private and philanthropic funders.
Represent JumpStart at national state and local levels to enhance visibility and reputation.
Advance cross-sector partnerships that fuel entrepreneurship and innovation.
Secure new funding opportunities and strengthen existing donor relationships.
Board & Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to set strategic direction and performance goals.
Provide transparent communication on financial health risk and organizational progress.
Partner with the Board Chair and Governance Committee on recruitment and engagement.
Build strong relationships with civic business and community leaders.
Culture & Talent Stewardship
Lead with authenticity transparency and inclusivity.
Develop a high-performing executive team and nurture future leadership.
Partner with HR leadership to sustain a culture of learning and accountability.
Promote professional development and equitable growth opportunities across the organization.
Candidate Profile
Ideal Experience
Proven success leading complex organizations with $25M annual budgets ideally in nonprofit economic development or entrepreneurial settings.
Deep experience in innovation ecosystems startups or venture development.
Demonstrated success in fundraising and partnership cultivation across philanthropy corporate and public sectors.
Strong understanding of entrepreneurship innovation policy and economic development best practices.
Familiarity with Ohios civic and business landscape preferred.
Experience leading multimillion-dollar capital campaigns or public-private partnerships.
Leadership Competencies
Visionary and strategic thinker with executional excellence.
Exceptional communicator able to inspire diverse audiences.
Collaborative leader skilled in change management and transformation.
Deep commitment to inclusion equity and measurable impact.
Location & Work Environment
Cleveland-based position with regular regional travel required.
Compensation
JumpStart Inc. offers a competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits program.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter to
Required Experience:
Chief
Key Skills
- Office Manager Experience
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Docs
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- QuickBooks
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Administrative Experience
- Google Suite
About Company
JumpStart combines capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate.
