Executive Director for ACG San Diego Chapter

This position is remote but candidates must be based in San Diego region to attend monthly events and weekly meetings. About ACG San Diego

ACG San Diego is the single-most comprehensive and efficient platform for the middle market deal-making community in San Diego, including private capital providers (Private Equity, Independent Sponsors, Family Offices & Lenders), Investment Bankers, M&A advisors & corporate executives.

ACG San Diego is part of the Association for Corporate Growth, which stands at over 14,000 members from corporations, private equity, finance and professional service firms representing Fortune 500, Fortune 1000, FTSE 100, and mid-market companies in 60 chapters throughout North America and Europe. Our members, all leaders in their fields, belong to ACG to be part of an influential community of leaders growing public and private companies worldwide.

For more information on ACG San Diego, please visit our website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./sandiego

In this hands‑on role, the Executive Director is responsible for managing the chapter’s day‑to‑day operations and developing and implementing the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, in collaboration with the ACG San Diego Board and Committee Chairs. The Executive Director will provide direction and leadership to the chapter staff and work closely with members and volunteer leaders to drive chapter growth and a positive member experience.

• Works with ACG San Diego President & Board to determine the strategic direction of the organization. Creates goals and objectives that fulfill the mission of ACG San Diego.
• Support operations and administration of the Board, working with the Executive Committee on meeting coordination & agenda development.
• Prioritize the day‑to‑day management and back‑office support of the organization, acting as the primary point of contact with any paid staff.
• Responsible for determining external communication strategy and ensuring effective external communications via the organization’s website, emails, and all other member/stakeholder communications.
• Interface between the San Diego Board and the broader organization, across all ACG chapters and ACG headquarters.
• Actively participate, facilitate and support the committee and Board meetings and discussions.
• Ensure smooth transition of new Board and committee members, upholding appropriate term time frames & facilitating a consistent and robust leadership pipeline.

• In collaboration with the ACG San Diego President, the Board and define the strategic goals and objectives for the organization, and oversee marketing, promotion & execution of programs, products and services.
• Responsible for financial and budget development, management, and ensuring the events are fiscally sound and profitable.

• Work closely with the Membership Committee and other relevant committees, develop and implement the Chapter’s strategic plan for improving the quality and quantity of membership, as well as membership demographics.
• Build relationships with San Diego members and industry prospects to publicize, promote and actualize the Chapter’s goals and values through events and programs.
• Maintain a climate that attracts, retains and engages a membership of qualified professionals engaged in the M&A ecosystem.
• Ensure member information requests and questions are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
• Follow the highest ethical standards, ensure accountability, and comply with all applicable laws.

• In conjunction with the ACG San Diego Board, assist with sponsorship strategy, planning & implementation, designing sponsor opportunities for the chapter within defined sales parameters, & assigning resources appropriately.
• Effectively manage sponsor relationships.
• Identify new sponsors and/or industry categories that have not traditionally been Chapter sponsors.
• Assist Sponsorship Committee chair and/or other Board members to secure already identified opportunities.

• Work with ACG San Diego Board to develop a yearly…