• Identify and develop strategies to improve regional commerce. Review and update these strategies on a regular basis to determine relevance and effectiveness.
• Execute the Strategic Plan as directed by the Chamber Board to drive the mission and vision of the Chamber.
• Foster partnerships with the other key organizations with the objective of implementing cohesive and comprehensive plans to promote growth and prosperity in our region.
• Provide oversight of chamber committees to ensure they are working towards Chamber goals and objectives meeting growth avenues.
• Recruit and retain chamber partners by consistently providing value to the membership and the business community at large
• Complete regular membership visits, ascertain the status and needs of partners, evaluating the role the chamber can play in supporting the individual health and success of its partners.
• Coordinate multiple fundraising events with the goal of increasing annual participation and income.
• Develop and execute a marketing plan with leads to the following:
o Cultivates interest in the region from target markets
o Creates partner, community, and tourist engagement through events, community involvement, and promotional activities
o Increase revenue to chamber members
o Generates funds to support chamber infrastructure
o Incorporates the use of technology, marketing, and social media
• Administrative/Financial Responsibilities:
o Work with the Board of Directors to create an annual budget
o Prepare accurate and timely financial records for the chamber, including but not limited to monthly and annual financial statements, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and tax filings
o Maintain expenditures within the framework of the budget
o Hire, train, supervise, and mentor chamber team members, manage the dismissal when needed of team members, keep the employee handbook, holding employees accountable
o Oversee the contractual obligations of the chamber with other entities
o Participate in state and local events, meetings, and pertinent organizations
o Prepare monthly board agenda and attend all monthly Board of Director meetings providing a detailed report to the Board
o Participate in chamber committees
o Maintain Ocean Pines Visitor Center and assist visitors when they arrive
o Maintain general upkeep on office building, coordinating with landlord on all repairs, additions, leases, subleases, and landscaping
o Maintain integrity and upkeep of chamber computers and software
• At least 1 to 3 years of experience in a Chamber of Commerce or closely related environment (example sales/marketing/business development
• Visionary, ability to think strategically to support chamber mission
• Strong communications and public relations skills coupled with the ability to influence others in a positive manner
• Demonstrates “executive presence” in all interactions in the community
• Basic working knowledge of accounting and finance as they relate to the fiscal and financial obligations of the organization, internal accounting controls, and financial analysis of revenues and expenditures
• Ability to supervise personnel in a manner conducive to efficient performance, production, and high morale
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with others
• Ability to present ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Position may also require heavy lifting up to 50lbs
• Must also have a valid driver’s license