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Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce · 9 hours ago

President & Chief Executive Officer

Shamokin Dam, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

The Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking a visionary President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization in enhancing regional prosperity and supporting a thriving business climate. The CEO will serve as the chief strategist and operational leader, guiding a high-performing team while building strong relationships across various sectors to ensure the Chamber's success.

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Hiring Manager

Greg Zeh

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a clear, forward-looking biennial strategic plan that advances economic vitality across the Greater Susquehanna Valley

Serve as a thought leader and convener on issues affecting local businesses and regional competitiveness

Monitor trends, anticipate challenges, and proactively position the Chamber as a catalyst for growth

Ensure effective use of technology and digital platforms to enhance member engagement, communication and operational efficiency

Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performance professional staff and volunteers; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence

Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and expectations for both staff/volunteers and organizational outcomes

Demonstrate high emotional intelligence in navigating relationships, communication, and organizational dynamics

Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal government officials

Advocate for policies that support business interests, economic growth, and community development

Represent the Chamber in public forums, legislative hearings, and community initiatives

Oversee the Chamber’s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

Demonstrate strong financial acumen to ensure sustainability and strategic investment

Lead financial actions, including major sponsorships, grants, and member investment opportunities; serve as a confident and capable closer in development and partnership conversations

Achieve annual growth in membership, sponsorship(s), and retention targets as set by the Board of Directors

Serve as the Chamber’s top sales leader—able to articulate value, build trust, and close key membership and investment opportunities

Engage with current and prospective members to understand needs and deliver meaningful value

Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to ensure strong governance practices and alignment with organizational priorities

Provide timely, transparent, and data-informed reporting to support decision-making and strategic oversight

Act as the “public face and voice of the Chamber” at conferences, events, and with the media

Manage communications across all platforms (e.g. social media, newsletters, websites, correspondence, etc.) maintaining the Chamber’s visibility and reputation

Build strong relationships across business, nonprofit, civic, and educational sectors

Leverage strong familiarity with the region’s culture, economy, and key stakeholders to advance collaborative progress

Qualification

Executive leadershipFinancial managementStrategic thinkingGovernment relationsPublic speakingTeam buildingStakeholder engagementBusiness relationship expertiseGreater Susquehanna ValleyEmotional intelligence

Required

Demonstrated experience in executive leadership, preferably within a chamber of commerce, economic development organization, or related business/community-focused entity

Proven track record as a strategic thinker who can translate vision into action

High emotional intelligence (EQ) —skilled in communication, relationship-building, and conflict resolution

A builder of high-performance teams with a leadership style grounded in integrity, empathy, and accountability

Background in government relations, public policy, or advocacy

Strong financial management competencies

Business relationship expertise, with the ability to cultivate sponsorships, secure investment, and close high-value opportunities

Excellent judge of character with strong discernment in hiring, partnerships, and strategic decisions

Superior communication, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement skills

Deep connection to, or knowledge of, the Greater Susquehanna Valley region (or willingness to rapidly develop such familiarity)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, public administration, nonprofit leadership, economic development, marketing, or related fields

Minimum of 5 years' experience in executive or senior-level leadership roles, preferably within a Chamber of Commerce, business association, or mission-driven organization, including supervision of direct reports