Executive Director Milwaukee Women, Inc.
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Job Location:
Mequon, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 70000 - 80000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
ORGANIZATION
Milwaukee Women Inc. (MWi) is a catalyst for change through its benchmarking research education and advocacy and providing resources and programs that can help Wisconsin companies and organizations move the needle even further. MWi is committed to being a trusted resource to business leaders and boards of public and private companies to increase diversity in corporate governance changing the impact of leadership and ultimately the performance of the Wisconsin business community. Over the past 20 years MWis annual research has shown a steady upward trend in women on Wisconsin boards. The percentage of women on the boards of the top 50 Wisconsin public companies has increased from 9.3% in 2003 to 30.5% in 2024 slightly above the national average of 30%. In addition 98% (49/50) of the top public companies in Wisconsin have at least one-woman board member. While growth has slowed more recently this is a pivotal moment to accelerate momentum with renewed focus and bold strategies.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic vision and hands-on operational management for Milwaukee Women Inc. Working in close partnership with the Board Chair other Board of Directors and stakeholders the Executive Director will drive the successful implementation of the organizations mission and strategic plan and cultivate relationships with key external stakeholders to maintain and enhance the already well-respected reputation of the organization in the Wisconsin business community. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven collaborative leader who can balance operational excellence with thoughtful innovation ensuring that MWi thrives in the years ahead. The role is an approximately 80% part-time Executive Director position that will flex hours and schedule over time based on organizational needs events and meetings.
Milwaukee Women Inc. (MWi) is a catalyst for change through its benchmarking research education and advocacy and providing resources and programs that can help Wisconsin companies and organizations move the needle even further. MWi is committed to being a trusted resource to business leaders and boards of public and private companies to increase diversity in corporate governance changing the impact of leadership and ultimately the performance of the Wisconsin business community. Over the past 20 years MWis annual research has shown a steady upward trend in women on Wisconsin boards. The percentage of women on the boards of the top 50 Wisconsin public companies has increased from 9.3% in 2003 to 30.5% in 2024 slightly above the national average of 30%. In addition 98% (49/50) of the top public companies in Wisconsin have at least one-woman board member. While growth has slowed more recently this is a pivotal moment to accelerate momentum with renewed focus and bold strategies.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic vision and hands-on operational management for Milwaukee Women Inc. Working in close partnership with the Board Chair other Board of Directors and stakeholders the Executive Director will drive the successful implementation of the organizations mission and strategic plan and cultivate relationships with key external stakeholders to maintain and enhance the already well-respected reputation of the organization in the Wisconsin business community. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven collaborative leader who can balance operational excellence with thoughtful innovation ensuring that MWi thrives in the years ahead. The role is an approximately 80% part-time Executive Director position that will flex hours and schedule over time based on organizational needs events and meetings.
Responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Oversight
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization to ensure efficiency quality and alignment with organizational goals.
Develop implement and manage the organizational budget ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximum resource utilization.
Ensure that all organizational activities are compliant with legal regulatory and ethical standards.
Fundraising and External Relations
Build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders including donors community partners and sponsors.
Lead or support fundraising and development efforts such as major gift solicitations and special events.
Act as a public representative and spokesperson for the organization at events and in the media.
Strategic Planning and Leadership
Serve as a strategic thought partner and lead the organizations strategic plan.
Provide visionary leadership direction and collaboration with committee chairs fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
Analyze organizational performance and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Operational Oversight
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization to ensure efficiency quality and alignment with organizational goals.
Develop implement and manage the organizational budget ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximum resource utilization.
Ensure that all organizational activities are compliant with legal regulatory and ethical standards.
Fundraising and External Relations
Build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders including donors community partners and sponsors.
Lead or support fundraising and development efforts such as major gift solicitations and special events.
Act as a public representative and spokesperson for the organization at events and in the media.
Strategic Planning and Leadership
Serve as a strategic thought partner and lead the organizations strategic plan.
Provide visionary leadership direction and collaboration with committee chairs fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
Analyze organizational performance and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Education And/Or Experience
Bachelors degree required masters degree in a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector with a proven track record of achieving strategic objectives
Experience in specific areas relevant to the position e.g. major gift fundraising program design financial management
Familiarity with nonprofit compliance or evaluation tools
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences
Self-motivated and self-directed
Proven experience in financial oversight budget management and reporting
Strong strategic thinking problem-solving and decision-making skills
This position is approximately 80% full-time with the need to flex time based on important meetings and events.
COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES
Board Engagement
Run/support board meetings
Align with diverse board member styles
Nonprofit experience
Confidence
Clarity
Strategic planning
Expectation setting
Strategic Vision Planning and Opportunity Development
Strategic thinking and planning
Identifying and developing opportunities for sponsorship and membership
Membership engagement
Ideation
Curiosity
Creativity
Adaptability
Learnability
Planner
Operational and Financial Management Excellence
Manage day-to-day operations
Manage membership development and maintenance
Ability to manage budgets
Forecasting
P&L
Fiscal responsibility
Steward of resources
Ensure sustainability
External Relations Fundraising and Stakeholder Engagement
Fundraising
Strong interpersonal skills
Building relationships
Understanding of local business community
Identifying sponsorship and partnership opportunities
Public speaking
Executive presence
Confidence
COMPENSATION
Compensation range is $70000 - $80000 at approximately 80% full-time (estimated 32 hours/week) with ability to flex based on work demands.
While there is no designated MWi physical office space the Executive Director must reside in the greater Milwaukee area to enable regular connections with board and steering committee members as well as to cultivate relationships with business leaders and sponsors.
Limited travel will be required primarily to Madison the Fox Valley and Green Bay as needed.
There is a plan to include part-time administrative services to support the Executive Director.
To be considered for this opportunity please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Lisa Maddox Executive Search Consultant
-OR-
Lindsey Kriete Practice Director
Education And/Or Experience
Bachelors degree required masters degree in a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector with a proven track record of achieving strategic objectives
Experience in specific areas relevant to the position e.g. major gift fundraising program design financial management
Familiarity with nonprofit compliance or evaluation tools
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences
Self-motivated and self-directed
Proven experience in financial oversight budget management and reporting
Strong strategic thinking problem-solving and decision-making skills
This position is approximately 80% full-time with the need to flex time based on important meetings and events.
COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES
Board Engagement
Run/support board meetings
Align with diverse board member styles
Nonprofit experience
Confidence
Clarity
Strategic planning
Expectation setting
Strategic Vision Planning and Opportunity Development
Strategic thinking and planning
Identifying and developing opportunities for sponsorship and membership
Membership engagement
Ideation
Curiosity
Creativity
Adaptability
Learnability
Planner
Operational and Financial Management Excellence
Manage day-to-day operations
Manage membership development and maintenance
Ability to manage budgets
Forecasting
P&L
Fiscal responsibility
Steward of resources
Ensure sustainability
External Relations Fundraising and Stakeholder Engagement
Fundraising
Strong interpersonal skills
Building relationships
Understanding of local business community
Identifying sponsorship and partnership opportunities
Public speaking
Executive presence
Confidence
COMPENSATION
Compensation range is $70000 - $80000 at approximately 80% full-time (estimated 32 hours/week) with ability to flex based on work demands.
While there is no designated MWi physical office space the Executive Director must reside in the greater Milwaukee area to enable regular connections with board and steering committee members as well as to cultivate relationships with business leaders and sponsors.
Limited travel will be required primarily to Madison the Fox Valley and Green Bay as needed.
There is a plan to include part-time administrative services to support the Executive Director.
To be considered for this opportunity please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Lisa Maddox Executive Search Consultant
-OR-
Lindsey Kriete Practice Director
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fiscal Management
- Fundraising
- Assisted Living
- Management Experience
- Hospice Care
- Nonprofit Management
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting
- Grant Writing
- Leadership Experience
- Public Speaking
About Company
Spano Pratt is a national executive search firm that specializes in recruiting CEOs and senior leaders for nonprofit organizations and foundations. Our firm is skilled in working with hiring committees, search committees, boards, and trustees charged with deciding who leads.
