Centennial is seeking a strategic, self-directed Chapter Director to lead a regional professional association in its operations, events, and member engagement. This is a high-impact role that offers visibility across the business community and direct collaboration with the Chapter President, Advisory Board, and broader leadership.

The Chapter Director will serve as the operational engine of the chapter, delivering high-quality programs, managing sponsor and member relationships, and supporting chapter growth. This is an ideal opportunity for a confident communicator and hands-on leader with experience in nonprofits, associations, or event-driven environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic and Board Leadership

• Partner with the Chapter President and Board to define and execute the chapter’s strategic plan.
• Coordinate board and executive committee meetings, including agendas, communications, and follow-up items.
• Serve as the primary liaison with national leadership and other regional chapters to share best practices and ensure alignment.

Event Management and Program Delivery

• Plan and execute 16–20 high-impact annual chapter events, including:
• Signature awards events (500+ attendees)
• Industry networking forums for investment professionals
• Large-scale regional conferences (1,200+ attendees, every seven years)
• Lead event logistics—venue booking, vendor coordination, registration, attendee support, and post-event reporting.

Member Engagement and Growth

• Collaborate with the Membership Committee to recruit, onboard, and retain chapter members.
• Oversee member communications, onboarding touchpoints, and engagement programs (e.g., curated networking, peer-to-peer connections).
• Manage communications, track engagement metrics, and present insights to chapter leadership.

Sponsor Relations and Fundraising

• Support sponsorship strategy, prospecting, and stewardship in coordination with the President and Sponsorship Committee.
• Manage relationships with annual sponsors, delivering high-touch service and benefit fulfillment.
• Coordinate sponsor invoicing, tracking, and ongoing stewardship.

Communications and Brand Visibility

• Lead external communications, including newsletters, email campaigns, social media, and website updates.
• Design marketing materials and event graphics using Canva, Adobe, and other creative tools.
• Represent the chapter at industry events to elevate visibility and cultivate partnerships.

Financial Management

• Collaborate with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to prepare and manage the annual budget.
• Monitor event and monthly financial performance, ensuring alignment with growth and sustainability goals.
• Process accounts payable and coordinate with vendors and contractors on billing and payments.

Administrative Oversight and Systems

• Maintain chapter data and records, including event history, member records, and board documents.
• Manage CRM/database (Rhythm AMS preferred) and track member activity and registration data.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and chapter policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Significant experience (typically 7+ years) leading operations, programming, or engagement for nonprofit, association, or event-based organizations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a service-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and lead through influence across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with platforms such as LinkedIn Pro, Canva, SurveyMonkey, Informz, and CRM/AMS tools (Rhythm preferred).
• Experience in the private capital, M&A, or membership-based professional communities is a strong plus.