Lead One of South Florida’s Most Influential and Dynamic Business Organizations
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce seeks a visionary, relationship-driven executive to serve as its next President & CEO. This is a rare opportunity to lead the region’s premier business organization at a pivotal moment in Broward County's transformational growth.
The Role
The President & CEO serves as the chief executive, strategic leader, and public face of the Chamber—advancing business advocacy, strengthening member value, and shaping the long‑term economic future of Greater Fort Lauderdale. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO leads a professional staff, oversees all Chamber operations, and provides strategic leadership, working closely with business and civic leaders to advance the Chamber’s Mission to develop and connect partners for economic growth, and its Vision to inspire prosperity within the business community.
The Opportunity Ahead
- Champion pro‑business public policy and regional economic competitiveness at the local, state and national levels
- Grow membership by strengthening member engagement, value, and retention
- Lead initiatives to attract and retain businesses in the greater Fort Lauderdale communities to grow our local economy and raise the quality of life for our community
- Expand the Chamber’s relationships with its strategic partners, government officials, and business and community leaders
- Elevate the Chamber’s regional and national profile
- Ensure operational excellence and long‑term financial sustainability
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as chief executive and strategic leader of the organization
- Partner with the Board on governance, vision, and strategic long‑range planning
- Lead advocacy and government affairs initiatives
- Oversee Chamber operations, programs, events, compliance, public relations, marketing and communications
- Oversee the Chamber’s fiscal responsibility and long‑term financial sustainability
- Act as the Chamber’s principal spokesperson and ambassador
- Build and lead a high‑performing professional staff
Desired Qualifications
- Proven executive leadership experience in a chamber, association, nonprofit, or comparable organization
- Strong background in public policy, advocacy, and community relations
- Demonstrated success in revenue generation, fundraising, event sponsorship and development of new sources of revenue
- Exceptional abilities to effectively communicate with government officials, media and the public
- Proven ability to attract, develop and retain a high performing team within a supportive environment aligned with Chamber’s Mission and Vision
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Public Administration or related fields required; Master’s degree, CAE, CCE or IOM preferred
- Minimum 7 years of leadership experience in a Chamber, non‑profit organization or the private sector