Executive Director, Economic Development & Tourism

The Executive Director, Economic Development & Tourism, leads the delivery of economic development and tourism services on behalf of the Township of Centre Wellington through the Centre Wellington Economic Development and Tourism Municipal Services Corporation (CWEDTMSC). The role is responsible for developing and implementing economic development and tourism strategies, annual business plans, and service priorities aligned with the Township's strategic direction.

The Executive Director reports to the CWEDTMSC Board of Directors for governance matters and is operationally accountable to the Township Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The role leads staff and partners in advancing investment readiness, business support, tourism development, vibrant downtowns, and promotion of the Centre Wellington brand.

• Leads the development, approval, and implementation of a long-term economic development and tourism strategy and associated business plans, in alignment with the strategic priorities of the Township of Centre Wellington and the Economic Development & Tourism Strategy.
• Anticipates trends, identifies emerging opportunities, and positions Centre Wellington as a leader in economic development and tourism.
• Provides executive leadership to ensure Centre Wellington is investment-ready, businesses are supported, tourism opportunities are optimized, downtown areas are vibrant and well-maintained, and the Centre Wellington Economic Development and Tourism Municipal Services Corporation brand is promoted and marketed.
• Champions innovation, transformation, and a culture of continuous improvement across CWEDTMSC policies, procedures, activities, programs, and services.
• Serves as the key advisor to the CWEDTMSC Board, facilitating effective governance, policy development, and compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., Municipal Act, O. Reg. 599/06, Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act).
• Supports Board development and best practices in governance, including transparent reporting, timely briefings and presentations, and informed decision-making.
• Represents CWEDTMSC in high-profile forums, working groups, committees and events, building strategic partnerships and advocating for Centre Wellington’s interests at regional, provincial, and national levels.
• Proactively engages with government, business, and community stakeholders to advance CWEDTMSC’s mandate and deliver shared outcomes.
• Manages investment leads and works in conjunction with CWEDTMSC and Township staff in researching appropriate land development sites and facilities for clients.
• Negotiates with representatives of business, industry, commerce, and government to support business attraction, establishment, expansion, and retention.
• Analyzes socio-economic data, labour statistics, and market trends to inform investment strategies and recommendations.
• Establishes, monitors, and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for CWEDTMSC programs and services, ensuring accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Leads annual business planning and program/service prioritization, aligning resources, timelines, and deliverables to the approved strategy and overall Board direction.
• Coordinates CWEDTMSC administrative and operational support needs through Township service areas in accordance with the Administrative Services Agreement, including IT, finance, legislative support, communications, HR and community development.
• Leads annual budgeting, financial planning, resource allocation, and budget development, monitors results, tracks variances, and recommends approval and/or adjustments as required.
• Ensures compliance with relevant legislation, policies, standards, agreements, and governance requirements…