Director of Business Development

InspireNInnovate Community Solutions is a growing 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Role Description

We're building something real in Chicagoland. We need leaders who are ready to help govern it.

What started as a grassroots effort has expanded into active programming across youth entrepreneurship (Kidpreneur Labs), community violence intervention, and health equity and wellness. We are at a critical stage of growth and we need a Governing Board that can help us scale with integrity, accountability, and community trust.

This is not a ceremonial role. We need people who will show up, ask hard questions, review financials, help open doors, and co-own the organization's future alongside our leadership team.

What You'll Do

As a Governing Board Member, you will share legal and fiduciary responsibility for the organization. That includes:

• Reviewing and approving budgets and major financial decisions
• Ensuring legal, ethical, and compliance standards are met
• Contributing to strategic planning and organizational direction
• Supporting fundraising through your network, introductions, and events
• Serving on at least one committee (Finance, Programs, Fundraising/Events, or Governance)
• Making a personally meaningful annual gift (flexible based on your capacity)

Who We're Looking For

• Public health, social work, mental health, or community health
• Youth development, education, or after-school programming
• Community violence intervention, justice reform, or reentry support
• Finance, accounting, or legal (nonprofit, contracts, or compliance)
• Data, evaluation, research, or policy
• Communications, digital marketing, branding, or storytelling
• Lived experience with gun violence, housing instability, or health inequities

Time Commitment

• Board meetings: Bi-monthly or quarterly, 60 to 90 minutes each, virtual or hybrid
• Committee work: Approximately 2 to 4 hours per month
• Key events: Support as your schedule allows
• Term length: 2 to 3 years, renewable

What You Can Expect From Us

Clear meeting materials in advance, real conversations (not rubber-stamping), a culture of accountability and care, and a leadership team that will respect your time and actually use your expertise.

Our Commitment to Equity

We strongly encourage applications from people who are Black, Brown, LGBTQ+, disability-identified, system-impacted, and/or from the communities we serve. Your presence at this table matters.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Experience in governance, risk management, and organizational oversight
• Knowledge of brand development, marketing, and growth strategies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to dedicate sufficient time and effort to board responsibilities
• Prior experience in a similar leadership or advisory role is a plus
• Familiarity with the fashion or retail industry is highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field preferred

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