Dennison & Associates LLC
Chapter Relations Manager
Dennison & Associates LLC, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Type: Full Time, Exempt Position | Location: Virtual Office; Remote
Do you enjoy working with business professionals, C‑suite executives, and company owners? Are you detail‑oriented with high‑level administrative and organizational skills? Are you looking to be part of an innovative, enthusiastic team committed to growing private companies’ value and worth in the marketplace while creating high‑performing board members for effective governance roles?
If so, we’d like to hear from you!
The Private Directors Association (PDA) is the premier professional nonprofit organization for private company governance. Our purpose is to enable and enhance the value, growth, and resilience of privately held companies through effective governance. Created in 2014, we serve more than 3,500 members, with 20+ Chapters located throughout the United States.
PDA is seeking to hire a full‑time Chapter Relations Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the key responsibilities for the position are defined below.
Position Summary PDA’s Chapter Relations Managers serve as the primary liaison between PDA’s national office and its Chapters. This role is responsible for strengthening Chapter operations, supporting volunteer leadership, and ensuring alignment with PDA’s mission to promote effective governance in private companies. Chapter Relations Managers are relationship‑builders, strategic thinkers, and skilled communicators who thrive in a member‑driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the main point of contact for Chapter leaders, providing guidance on governance, operations, and strategic planning
Facilitate onboarding and ongoing training for Chapter officers and committees
Work with Chapter and National CFO on annual Chapter budget, along with financial tracking year‑round
Support Chapter succession planning and volunteer recruitment
Assist Chapters in planning and executing local events. This includes: negotiating and reviewing event contracts/agreements/ BEOs, scheduling, creating, and tracking registrations, assisting with speaker requests and event facilities to coordinate day‑of‑logistics
Work with Chapters to create a budget and financial settlement sheet for each event
Ensure Chapter events align with PDA's national standards and branding
Collaborate with National staff to promote Chapter events through PDA's website, newsletters, and social media
Partner with Chapters to implement member recruitment and retention strategies
Monitor membership trends and provide data‑driven insights to Chapter leaders
Coordinate event marketing materials and special requests with National Communications and Marketing team
Create and distribute Chapter newsletter and event emails, as needed
Track Chapter performance metrics including event attendance, member growth, and engagement levels
Use AMS/CRM tools to manage Chapter data and communications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and/or minimum of two years relevant work experience, preferably with an association or nonprofit organization working with members and/or Component Chapters
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the Office 365 environment
Hands‑on experience using membership data management, customer relationship, and event management software; experience with Glue Up is a plus
Competency using tech platforms including Zoom and automated tools
Event management experience is a plus
Skills & Abilities
Highly‑organized, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Reliable and dependable, with ability to work efficiently with a high level of autonomy and meet deadlines
Comfortable understanding budgets and working with numbers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to collaborate with others to achieve meaningful outcomes
Possesses top‑notch member service‑oriented skills
Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism serving private companies, executives, and other business professionals
Ability to travel, if requested, on a limited basis to attend staff events or provide on‑site event support
Ability to work limited evenings or weekends for Chapter webinars
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter,
including your salary requirements and date of availability , to: Careers@privatedirectors.org by February 2, 2026. Since we are seeking to fill this position soon, applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.
PDA does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. This includes all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. PDA provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.
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Do you enjoy working with business professionals, C‑suite executives, and company owners? Are you detail‑oriented with high‑level administrative and organizational skills? Are you looking to be part of an innovative, enthusiastic team committed to growing private companies’ value and worth in the marketplace while creating high‑performing board members for effective governance roles?
If so, we’d like to hear from you!
The Private Directors Association (PDA) is the premier professional nonprofit organization for private company governance. Our purpose is to enable and enhance the value, growth, and resilience of privately held companies through effective governance. Created in 2014, we serve more than 3,500 members, with 20+ Chapters located throughout the United States.
PDA is seeking to hire a full‑time Chapter Relations Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the key responsibilities for the position are defined below.
Position Summary PDA’s Chapter Relations Managers serve as the primary liaison between PDA’s national office and its Chapters. This role is responsible for strengthening Chapter operations, supporting volunteer leadership, and ensuring alignment with PDA’s mission to promote effective governance in private companies. Chapter Relations Managers are relationship‑builders, strategic thinkers, and skilled communicators who thrive in a member‑driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the main point of contact for Chapter leaders, providing guidance on governance, operations, and strategic planning
Facilitate onboarding and ongoing training for Chapter officers and committees
Work with Chapter and National CFO on annual Chapter budget, along with financial tracking year‑round
Support Chapter succession planning and volunteer recruitment
Assist Chapters in planning and executing local events. This includes: negotiating and reviewing event contracts/agreements/ BEOs, scheduling, creating, and tracking registrations, assisting with speaker requests and event facilities to coordinate day‑of‑logistics
Work with Chapters to create a budget and financial settlement sheet for each event
Ensure Chapter events align with PDA's national standards and branding
Collaborate with National staff to promote Chapter events through PDA's website, newsletters, and social media
Partner with Chapters to implement member recruitment and retention strategies
Monitor membership trends and provide data‑driven insights to Chapter leaders
Coordinate event marketing materials and special requests with National Communications and Marketing team
Create and distribute Chapter newsletter and event emails, as needed
Track Chapter performance metrics including event attendance, member growth, and engagement levels
Use AMS/CRM tools to manage Chapter data and communications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and/or minimum of two years relevant work experience, preferably with an association or nonprofit organization working with members and/or Component Chapters
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the Office 365 environment
Hands‑on experience using membership data management, customer relationship, and event management software; experience with Glue Up is a plus
Competency using tech platforms including Zoom and automated tools
Event management experience is a plus
Skills & Abilities
Highly‑organized, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Reliable and dependable, with ability to work efficiently with a high level of autonomy and meet deadlines
Comfortable understanding budgets and working with numbers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to collaborate with others to achieve meaningful outcomes
Possesses top‑notch member service‑oriented skills
Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism serving private companies, executives, and other business professionals
Ability to travel, if requested, on a limited basis to attend staff events or provide on‑site event support
Ability to work limited evenings or weekends for Chapter webinars
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter,
including your salary requirements and date of availability , to: Careers@privatedirectors.org by February 2, 2026. Since we are seeking to fill this position soon, applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.
PDA does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. This includes all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. PDA provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.
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