Golden Triangle Development LINK Columbus–Starkville–West Point, MS – President and CEO
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Management
Corporate Strategy, Business Management
Golden Triangle Development LINK – President and CEO
Opportunity
Summary:
The President & CEO is the chief architect and lead negotiator for the Golden Triangle Development LINK ("LINK"), the nationally recognized regional economic development organization serving Clay, Lowndes, and Oktibbeha counties. Reporting to the Board, the President & CEO drives strategy, manages the team and budget, and serves as the region’s chief spokesperson to site selectors, companies, investors, and state/utility partners.
About the Organization: LINK is the regional economic development organization for the Golden Triangle. It began as the Columbus-Lowndes Economic Development Association, rebranded in 2003, and expanded in 2013 to serve the tri‑county region. The vision is one of incremental approach to achieve exponential results, anchored in collaboration, transparency, and efficiency.
Strategic Context & Momentum: LINK’s current portfolio includes high‑impact projects such as Steel Dynamics’ $2.5B aluminum mill in Lowndes County, the TVA‑certified CINCO Megasite, and the emerging supplier park network. Recent wins include investments from Camgian, Fabricators Supply, and Stark Aerospace, and expanded air service via American Airlines at Golden Triangle Regional Airport.
Position Scope:
The President & CEO converts regional advantages into measurable outcomes—capital investment, job creation, wage growth, and tax base expansion—while maintaining LINK’s reputation for speed, certainty, and creative problem solving. Primary external partners include the Mississippi Development Authority, TVA, regional utilities, county/municipal governments, Golden Triangle Regional Airport, and higher‑ed/workforce entities.
- Drive new lead generation of companies that align with the Golden Triangle’s culture, industrial strengths, and strategic focus sectors.
- Present opportunities to county and municipal partners; serve as chief facilitator on incentive packages, infrastructure commitments, and development agreements.
- Manage the full incentive cycle, from structuring through approval and close, ensuring timely and transparent coordination with the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), TVA, and local entities.
- Guide the preparation of incentive proposals, due diligence materials, and financial models supporting new and expansion projects.
- Evaluate third‑party due‑diligence reports and internal assessments to ensure sound decision‑making.
- Lead ongoing Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) efforts across Clay, Lowndes, and Oktibbeha Counties to support existing employers and encourage reinvestment.
- Strengthen key alliances by deepening collaboration with municipal and county governments, state agencies, utility providers, higher‑education institutions, and private‑sector investors.
- Maintain and grow relationships with funding partners; identify opportunities to expand and diversify the investor base known as The Trust, making recommendations to the Board as appropriate.
- Coordinate regional strategies across public and private sectors to ensure alignment and unified advocacy on policy, infrastructure, and workforce priorities.
- Advance a unified regional brand strategy that positions the Golden Triangle as the South’s premier location for large‑scale industrial and technology investment.
- Oversee marketing collateral, digital presence, and website content to reflect LINK’s achievements and assets.
- Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson, clearly articulating the mission, vision, and impact of the LINK to media, site selectors, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
- Produce clear, persuasive written communications for investors, Board members, and the general public that reinforce transparency and credibility.
- Represent the organization at key industry events, conferences, and trade missions to elevate the region’s visibility.
- Build, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing, mission‑driven staff aligned with LINK’s strategic objectives.
- Set clear expectations, performance metrics, and accountability…
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