Chief Executive Officer; CEO - of Sumner

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – United Way of Sumner County

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At the United Way of Sumner County, we are driven by a powerful mission: to mobilize the caring power of our community to enhance the quality of life in Sumner County. We envision a place where people can grow up, raise families, pursue meaningful careers, achieve their dreams, and enjoy life at every stage. If you share our passion for creating a thriving, supportive community, we invite you to join us in making a lasting impact.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is appointed and employed by the Board of Directors. The CEO provides strategic, collaborative, and innovative leadership to advance United Way of Sumner County’s mission, vision, and community impact. This role is responsible for the overall direction, management, and effectiveness of the organization, focusing on maximizing resource development, strengthening community impact, building visibility, and maintaining fiscal and operational integrity.

The CEO partners with the Board, staff, and community stakeholders to unite resources, engage volunteers, and build long‑term solutions to Sumner County’s most pressing challenges.

Sumner County, TN, is one of the fastest‑growing and most desirable areas in Middle Tennessee, offering a high quality of life, strong sense of place, diverse communities, and easy access to the Nashville metropolitan region. From thriving business districts to scenic parks, lakes, and family‑friendly neighborhoods, Sumner County blends small‑town charm with big‑city convenience. While United Way of Sumner County’s office is located at 635 E Main Street, #1, Hendersonville, TN 37075, the organization proudly serves and collaborates with partners, schools, nonprofits, and residents across all of Sumner County’s cities and communities.

• Guides all UWSC work with its mission, vision, and strategic goals; ensures planning, resource allocation, and implementation are tied to measurable outcomes.
• Serves as the chief mission officer, articulating a clear vision and inspiring staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
• Recruits, supervises, and evaluates staff, ensuring accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Provides clear direction while empowering staff to manage daily operations.

• Cultivates and stewards top‑level donors, corporate partners, and community leaders.
• Diversifies revenue streams through workplace campaigns, individual giving, major gifts, grants, sponsor ships, and planned giving.
• Promotes a culture of philanthropy across staff and Board.

• Ensures fiscal integrity in partnership with the CFO and Finance Committee.
• Approves and monitors the annual budget, financial forecasts, and risk management strategies.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP standards, audit requirements, United Way Worldwide membership, and all legal/regulatory obligations.

• Serves as public ambassador; builds relationships with top leaders; advocates for issues; convenes cross‑sector partners.
• Champions cross‑sector collaborations to address health, education, financial stability, and ALICE/poverty‑related needs.
• Serves as a visible spokesperson, engaging in public speaking, media, and community forums.

• Serves as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors; provides timely reports, strategic insights, and recommendations.
• Ensures Board committees and task forces align with organizational priorities.
• Supports strong governance practices, including recruitment, orientation, and ongoing development of Board members.

• Recruits, supervises, and evaluates staff, ensuring accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Fosters an inclusive, diverse, and high‑performing culture.
• Provides clear direction, while empowering staff leaders to manage daily operations.
• Models servant leadership, adaptability, and innovation.

• We seek a leader who can raise community awareness and…