CEO RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership/Vision:

• Provide leadership company-wide.

• Work with the management team to establish company values and mission.

• Set and develop plans to meet short and long term goals.

• Collaborate with the management team to learn, articulate, and develop the company’s culture and overall company vision.

• Create an environment that promotes high performance. Model the behaviors desired from staff so they see it firsthand.

• Identify and address problems and opportunities for the company.

Business Management/Strategy:

• Make high-level decisions about company policy and strategy.

• Act as the primary spokesperson for the company.

• Assure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with national, state, and city laws and regulations.

• Build alliances and partnerships with other organizations.

• Drive long-term value creation in an employee-owned company environment.

• Oversee and implement cost control measures.

• Report to and work with the Board of Directors.

Sales & Marketing:

• Develop and implement marketing plan, including identification of key target markets (including new markets), and development of initiatives to reach these markets.

• Set and achieve annual revenue goals.

• Develop and explore new products and concepts to generate new business and increase revenue.

• Develop, guide, and manage sales force.

Operations:

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the company.

• Develop and implement operational policies and a strategic plan.

• Work closely with the human resource department to ensure effective recruiting and policies.

• Assemble a senior management team that reflects the company’s vision; and motivate/inspire/train that team to carry out company’s mission.

• Model company culture from the top down.

• Top level responsibility for quality assurance and safety.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree in Fine Arts or Business Administration preferred.

• At least five yrs. experience in a senior management position reporting directly to company president or CEO.

• Working knowledge of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow management, general finance and budgeting.

• Working knowledge of basic business principles and marketing.

• Responsible self-starter who is good in a crisis.

• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions.

• Experience with corporate governance.

• Proven negotiation skills.

• Understanding of human resources and personnel management.

• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust; ethical.

• Ability to build consensus and relationships among executives, partners, and the workforce.

• Ability to work under pressure, delegate, and plan personal workload effectively.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must provide documentation that they are legally able to work in the United States.