Executive Director
The Chief Executives Organization is the leadership alumni organization to YPO - the Young Presidents' Organization.CEO is a 2,000+ member/35 staff international leadership organization open to Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) graduates on an invitation-only basis. CEO’s focus is to create life-enriching experiences that provoke new wisdom, inspire cross-generational friendships and nurture a passion for life. This premier, selective membership organization, comprised the world’s leading chief executive officers. CEO is known for its superior international travel and event programs, hosting a series of exclusive multi-day conferences annually. www.ceo.org• Created, developed, directed and supervised all organizational aspects including membership growth and services, marketing and communications, educational conferences, cultural programs and international travel excursions. • Managed professional staff of 35 people located in four worldwide locations (Washington DC, Geneva, Sydney and Hong Kong).• Negotiated subcontracts with suppliers in the luxury travel, hospitality, event and entertainment industries.• Partnered with travel and hospitality industry leaders to conceive and implement a corporate alliance benefit program for CEO’s membership.• Expanded international membership.• Developed communication and marketing materials including the organization’s quarterly magazine, monthly electronic newsletters, numerous conference and educational publications and annual membership recruitment materials.• Created and facilitated adoption of new media.• Established close working relationships with the world’s top hotel companies, cruise lines, destination management companies, and CVBs.• Represented organization at all international travel and tourism industry events.