Chief Executive Officer

Scion Executive Search has been retained to lead the search for a Chief Executive Officer on behalf of the Girl Scouts of Colorado, a mission-driven organization committed to developing girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. This Colorado-based role presents a compelling opportunity to lead a dynamic, statewide organization at a pivotal moment of growth, community impact, and organizational evolution.

The Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) serves close to 15,000 girls and families across the state through leadership development experiences rooted in troop engagement, outdoor adventure, and community connection. Backed by a strong network of staff, volunteers, and partners, GSCO is a driving force in developing confident, capable leaders.

Known for its strong community footprint and unwavering commitment to accessibility and inclusion, GSCO delivers iconic programming that builds confidence, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. With a respected brand and mission, and a highly engaged board, the organization is poised to expand its reach and deepen its impact in the years ahead.

The Chief Executive Officer will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the Girl Scouts of Colorado, reporting to the Board of Directors and partnering closely with an engaged and committed governance body. This executive will refine and execute a clear long-term strategy to strengthen membership, diversify revenue, and enhance organizational effectiveness. The Chief Executive Officer will actively and positively represent GSCO across Girl Scouts of the USA, contributing to and influencing national policies and practices, while elevating the organization’s presence through active participation in national meetings, events, and collaborative forums.

The CEO will step into a stable, well-regarded organization with the opportunity to bring greater strategic clarity, deepen alignment across the Board and leadership team, and optimize internal structures for scale and impact. A central mandate will be to balance external visibility, including fundraising and community engagement, with internal leadership and organizational effectiveness that reimagines GSCO’s service delivery model, advances culture, develops talent, and drives operational excellence.

Success in this role will require the ability to build trust across stakeholders, energize high-performing teams, and translate vision into measurable outcomes. The CEO will serve as the organization’s primary ambassador, representing GSCO across corporate, philanthropic, and community sectors throughout the state.

• Define and execute a clear, multi-year strategic plan that drives membership growth, revenue expansion, and long-term mission impact.
• Establish a unifying organizational vision and align the Board, leadership team, and staff around shared priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Assess and strengthen organizational structure, systems, and processes to support scale, accountability, and performance.

• Build a strong, trust-based partnership with the Board of Directors, ensuring clarity in roles, decision-making, and strategic direction.
• Foster alignment and engagement across the Board, supporting a high-performing and forward-looking governance model.
• Provide clear, consistent, and forward-looking communication and reporting to support effective oversight and decision-making.
• Partner with Board Chair and Executive Committee to make GSCO Board of Directors a coveted service opportunity through high board engagement, retention of board members, and positive relationship-based collaboration.

• Serve as the primary ambassador of the Girl Scouts of Colorado, strengthening relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community leaders across Colorado.
• Lead and evolve a comprehensive fundraising strategy spanning major gifts, partnerships, and signature events.
• Expand brand visibility and relevance statewide, elevating GSCO’s presence and impact across diverse communities.