Executive Director, Museum Leadership
Confidential, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States
Executive Director, Museum Leadership
About the Company
Dynamic museum preserving local history & supporting small businesses
Industry Museums and Institutions
Type Non Profit
Founded 2003
Employees 11-50
Specialties
museum non-profit historic preservation event venue public programs guided tours german heritage brewing history manufacturing craft beer labor history local makers artisan makers small business development graduate students and research
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its historic home and urban manufacturing incubator. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial and community-minded leader, responsible for shaping the organization's future, expanding programs, and deepening neighborhood and civic relationships. Key responsibilities include strategic and creative leadership, driving growth through new revenue opportunities, and overseeing curatorial direction to maintain the institution's role as a cultural and historic anchor. The Executive Director will also be the chief connector, working with local makers, small businesses, and cultural partners to advance the vision of an equitable and community-driven cultural institution.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a minimum of 5 years' of progressive leadership experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in historic sites or related cultural institutions. The role requires a passion for history, cultural storytelling, and community-building, as well as business acumen in areas such as financial management, contract negotiations, and marketing. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished people manager, with a successful record in fundraising and experience in cultivating community partnerships. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative leadership style are essential, as is a commitment to equity, accessibility, and inclusive storytelling. The role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders, from local artisans to public officials.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Dynamic museum preserving local history & supporting small businesses
Industry Museums and Institutions
Type Non Profit
Founded 2003
Employees 11-50
Specialties
museum non-profit historic preservation event venue public programs guided tours german heritage brewing history manufacturing craft beer labor history local makers artisan makers small business development graduate students and research
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its historic home and urban manufacturing incubator. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial and community-minded leader, responsible for shaping the organization's future, expanding programs, and deepening neighborhood and civic relationships. Key responsibilities include strategic and creative leadership, driving growth through new revenue opportunities, and overseeing curatorial direction to maintain the institution's role as a cultural and historic anchor. The Executive Director will also be the chief connector, working with local makers, small businesses, and cultural partners to advance the vision of an equitable and community-driven cultural institution.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a minimum of 5 years' of progressive leadership experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in historic sites or related cultural institutions. The role requires a passion for history, cultural storytelling, and community-building, as well as business acumen in areas such as financial management, contract negotiations, and marketing. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished people manager, with a successful record in fundraising and experience in cultivating community partnerships. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative leadership style are essential, as is a commitment to equity, accessibility, and inclusive storytelling. The role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders, from local artisans to public officials.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management