Executive Director, Affiliate Development & Stakeholder Relations
Arlington, Va, Us
- Provided strategic relations, operational directives and communications support to $18M+ national trade association (26,000+ member companies), while maximizing collaboration with, and effectiveness of, more than 90 affiliated local, state and regional components who responsible for more than $10M in revenue. - Reported to a 25-person AGC Board, overseeing the efforts of multiple councils, committees and standing task forces. These member driven conversations must be managed with forethought, optimism and strategic candor. - Managed 26-member Executive Leadership Council (ELC) Board of Directors as well as three standing committees, work groups and subcommittees. ELC management includes a $200K+ budget, strategic plan execution & 3 annual meetings.- Created and implemented communication strategies to convey organization’s value to relevant industry partners, prospects and members as well as customizable messages for affiliate dissemination. Ongoing communication tools include weekly newsletter, three active listserv groups, bi-monthly webinars, twitter account and private exchange web portal. - Executed management planning, outreach, and stakeholder relations to affiliated local entities, including organizational analysis/strategic planning, best practice programming, membership sales and innovative technology planning. - Grew stakeholder understanding of resources available; partner efficiently to service members in all market sectors.- Planned and executed special events, meetings, workshops and large-scale conferences within budget/resource restrictions.- Managed six figure budgets and develop cost-cutting measures and budget-conscious initiatives, resulting in 40% savings.- Conducted organizational change management planning and execution support.- Contributed to the development and execution of organizational strategic plans, including communications, non-dues revenue opportunities, and new technology implementation.