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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager of Finance at Andie to lead the FP&A and monthly and annual close process. In this role, you’ll be responsible for quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, cross-functional analysis and more. You will report to the Vice President of Finance and assist the executive team with strategic decisions rooted in the financial model to guide Andie’s future. This person will participate in the preparation of financial presentations to the Board and key stakeholders. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, self-motivated and possesses strong leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a monthly financial package which tracks key metrics, variance explanations and important insight on results. 
• Work alongside the Vice President of Finance to update projections periodically.
• Lead the budget and forecasting processes in partnership with the leadership team.
• Partner closely with our internal senior accountant to provide guidance on monthly close and maintain our cash flow forecast.
• Support strategic business decision making through financial modeling and analysis for business and product teams, including ad hoc modeling and analysis.
• Constantly improve accuracy by understanding the underlying business drivers.
• Work cross-functionally to report and track progress vs. budget and forecast with key stakeholders.
• Define and implement best practices for financial management, controls, and reporting. 
• Assist in preparation of Board materials (summary outputs, forecast, budget vs. actuals).
• Enhance and maintain key financial KPIs.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis (preferably in the consumer goods space), management consulting, or investment banking
• Experience working in a high-growth start-up environment is a plus
• Past experience of and working knowledge of SQL is a plus
• Experience in a product, retail or D2C business is a plus
• Proven track record of strong financial and strategic analysis, and delivering recommendations based on this analysis 
• Deep understanding of accounting and FP&A functions
• Confident people management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 
• A self-starter who is able to prioritize and manage multiple assignments, take initiative, and work independently 
• An excellent communicator and collaborator who loves to share findings and actionable insights 
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint 

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans through Justworks
• HSA & FSA plans are among our selection
• Offer a 401 (k) plan where the employee can make voluntary pre-tax contributions. (Andie does not match contributions at this time)
• Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit
• Talkspace membership
• Discounts on Citibike memberships
• Offer pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit
• One Medical and Teledoc Resources
• Marketplace for discounts on many health-related goods and services, entertainment, wellness, travel, and much more!
• Access to free EAP counseling and referrals
• You’ll be working in a high energy, fast-paced environment program
• Offer competitive paid parental leave policy for qualifying employees
• Competitive vacation policy
• Competitive compensation package

About Andie

Andie was founded to take the struggle out of swim shopping and make discovering the perfect suit delightfully simple. With funding from leading venture capitalists in the DTC space, we’re making waves in a previously stagnant industry. We’re a small team doing big things in Dumbo, Brooklyn — and we’re just getting started! Andie is committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace.

Andie

ABOUT CFO’S DOMAIN:

CFO’s Domain is a Consulting & Recruiting firm serving CFOs and their stakeholders. Our search practice recruits and works with the most relevantly skilled and pedigreed professionals looking to excel in their careers.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client is an innovative and Private Equity backed communications and public relations partner for businesses with ambitious goals and a fearless approach. With nationwide coverage and a global network of collaborators, they offer strategic thinking, forward-looking drive, and creative solutions to their clients. Their track record of success in the communications industry has earned them trusted relationships. They have an award-winning culture centered around DEI and entrepreneurial spirit.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the FP&A Director will play a key role in leading and scaling the finance infrastructure and processes. This role will be hands-on, interacting and collaborating with the Accounting, Audit, Legal and People teams to ensure the accurate and timely execution of forecasting and analysis of results.

FP&A DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic guidance and analytical support to senior leadership and the board.
• Collaborate with client services teams to develop pricing models and profitability analysis for client engagements, ensuring alignment with firm-wide financial goals.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making related to client acquisition, retention, and service offerings.
• Analyze industry trends and client performance metrics to identify opportunities for revenue growth and market expansion.
• Oversee the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop accurate forecasts and financial plans.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses, highlighting key trends and insights for decision-making.
• Partner with the CFO to model out potential acquisitions and future synergies.
• Oversee the development of client project budgets and financial proposals, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in pricing.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics related to client accounts, providing regular updates and recommendations for optimization.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives within the FP&A function to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess the financial impact of new business opportunities, client contracts, and strategic investments.
• Collaborate with accounting, treasury, and other finance functions to ensure alignment and accuracy of financial data and reporting.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting the PR/marketing sector, and provide recommendations for adapting financial strategies and operations accordingly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field.
• Have a minimum of 7+ years of relevant finance experience.
• Experience in investment banking preferred.
• MBA preferred.
• Self-starter with an internal drive to enable strategic growth and add value.
• Demonstrated ability to construct long-range P&L and cash flow models, develop strategic insights and analytics and present key findings to business leaders, VP/CFO’s.
• Adept at leading the production of detailed financial modeling, scenario analysis, insight generation and strategic plans.
• Strong shareholder value creation and strategic mindset with experience to develop and implement financial and analytical tools and processes to help drive value for the business.
• Highly proficient with advanced Microsoft Excel and Power Point techniques.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills including experience developing presentations for senior leaders.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environment with quickly evolving, sometimes ambiguous or uncertain business goals.
• Experience supporting B2B consulting services and/or media/entertainment business models is preferred.
• Must have the legal right to work in the U.S.

CFO’s Domain

What are we building?

Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social casino company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer’s interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always acting authentically.

Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the new Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We’re taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space — ready to join us?

What’s the position?

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven User Acquisition Manager with experience in online gaming and sports betting. A rock star candidate will have a deep understanding of modern advertising techniques and stay updated on industry trends, particularly in relation to Apple’s SKAN (SKAdNetwork). This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment while driving user acquisition by optimizing campaigns for performance and maximizing ROI across various digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive user acquisition strategies across paid social media channels (Meta, X, TikTok, Snap, etc.) and additional digital advertising platforms including but not limited to (Google Ads, Apple Search Ads, TTD (The Trade Desk), etc.).
• Collaborate with agency partners and internal stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive media plans for linear TV, radio, and OOH (Out-of-Home) advertising campaigns.
• Collaborate with creative team to develop compelling ad creatives and ad copy that resonate with target audiences.
• Continuously experiment with new ad formats, bidding strategies, and targeting options to drive innovation and growth.
• Plan, launch, and manage campaigns with a focus on optimizing key performance metrics such as ROAS (Return on Ad Spend), CPI (Cost per Install), and LTV (Lifetime Value).
• Conduct in-depth audience analysis and segmentation to target high-value users through the entire user journey.
• Implement advanced targeting and optimization techniques to improve campaign performance and efficiency.
• Stay informed about the latest industry updates and changes, particularly regarding Apple’s SKAdNetwork, and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Utilize data-driven insights and analytics tools to track campaign performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-backed recommendations.
• Monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of the curve.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, analytics, and finance, to align user acquisition strategies with overall business objectives.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) managing user acquisition campaigns, with a focus on paid social media, paid search, and programmatic marketing.
• Deep understanding of performance marketing principles, including audience targeting, campaign optimization, and tracking methodologies.
• Familiarity with Apple’s SKAdNetwork and its implications for mobile app advertising.
• Proficiency in ad management platforms such as Facebook Ads Manager, Google Ads, and other relevant tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets to drive actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Results-oriented mindset with a track record of achieving and exceeding performance targets.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and a passion for staying ahead of industry trends and innovations.
• Remote Position working EST time zone hours.

What’s in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible vacation allowance
• Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand

Roster of Uniques

We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunities employer)

Hard Rock Digital

Baesman Group, a nationally recognized provider of direct-to-consumer and in-store marketing strategy and execution is seeking an experienced Account Director.

An Account Director’s role is to own the client relationship by continually delivering Baesman’s value proposition to the account through our products and services. The Account Director will intimately know the client’s business and be able to anticipate forward-thinking solutions to their needs. Primarily working with enterprise accounts, the Account Director will seek ways to expand and grow Baesman’s reach within an account and drive sustainable, trust-centric relationships. The Account Director will also assist New Business Development on client pitches and opportunity follow-up. This position is not remote and would require being in the office daily.

• Know what drives your accounts’ business and what its short-term and long-term goals are. Have a solid understanding of where Baesman can drive value and communicate it to the client
• Know the clients’ industry and be able to speak its language
• Understand Baesman’s pricing model and seek opportunities to maximize profit
• Own and deliver regular cadence business reviews
• Own health of an account
• Meet annual revenue expectations for each account including growth goals
• Know your competitors within each account and what it will take to fend off intrusion
• Continually look for, and act on, ways for Baesman to expand its presence within the account and grow revenue. Ask for contact referrals to other divisions, departments, agencies, etc
• Be vertically integrated inside every account. Know two bosses up and two people sideways and have a relationship with them
• Guide your Account Management support team on the needs of the customer. Provide direction on what is critical to the success of the account. Set precedent for customer communication preferences
• Be prepared to handle escalated conversations when called upon
• Flow all day-to-day transactional activity (job management, billing, quoting) through the Account Management team while staying aware of what current needs are
• Work collaboratively with internal departments on client opportunities
• While being an advocate for the client, equally be an advocate for Baesman
• Actively participate in new client onboarding, leading the team as the champion for the client
• Actively participate in sales presentations to support New Business Development. This includes gathering appropriate selling content and post-presentation follow through
• May require offsite attendance at client events. May require after-hours availability
• Initiate and participate in client entertainment when appropriate

Requirements

• Demonstrate ability to communicate, present, and influence key stakeholders at all levels of organization including Executive and C-level
• Problem solving skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good leadership skills
• Ability to handle customer complaints
• Competitive
• Outgoing
• Assertive

Benefits

Financial wellness is about more than just your salary. Here are the other ways Baesman Takes care of our teammates.

• Medical Insurance- Choose between 3 medical plan options. We also offer dental and vision. coverage, in addition to pre-tax flexible spending plans
• Profit Sharing- Share in Baesman’s success. We also offer a 50% matching 401(k) program for up to 6% of your pay
• Paid Time Off- It’s important that you take time to recharge. That’s why we offer PTO, holiday breaks, and employee assistance programs
• Life and disability Insurance- We have you covered: Baesman pays 100% of the premium for life and disability
• Setting the Standard- Baesman earned a 2020 Best Workplace in the Americas designation from the Printing Industries of America. The prestigious award recognizes our efforts in providing an outstanding work environment. We’re honored and proud to be recognized
• Baesman is a fourth-generation, family-owned business. In the same way families grow and change over time, so do the opportunities within our organization. We believe in hard work, cultivating talent, and promoting from within. We strive to help our teammates, our clients, and our shareholders achieve more than they thought possible
• Baesman is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Baesman Group

Job Title: Member Services / Event Coordinator

The Member Services / Event Coordinator will have frequent interactions with members, providing an excellent opportunity to influence and enhance member experience. Responsibilities will encompass a broad range of activities including, but not limited to:

• Event Planning and Management: Oversee all aspects of event organization, from venue and contract negotiations to ensuring the availability of necessary supplies such as food, beverages, and entertainment. You will also manage the marketing calendar for these events to maximize attendance and engagement.
• Sponsorship Program Management: Develop and promote sponsorship opportunities within ABC, encouraging members to support and participate in events. This role involves collaboration with the membership committee to boost event attendance and engagement.
• Membership Retention: Engage directly with members to highlight upcoming events and coordinate visits between members, the ABC team, and volunteers. You will also have the chance to spotlight member companies and celebrate their achievements as appropriate.
• Communications and Marketing: Support the promotion and execution of all ABC events and programs, utilizing various communication channels to ensure widespread member participation.
• Administrative Support: Handle a variety of administrative tasks including processing invoices, managing mailings, and providing general support to the ABC team.

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

· A self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with a knack for juggling multiple priorities efficiently, especially under tight deadlines.

· Exceptional customer service skills and a strong orientation towards supporting member needs.

· Experience in event planning is desirable but not mandatory.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with proficiency in word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software.

· Fast and efficient typing skills are essential.

· An unwavering commitment to high ethical standards and professionalism in all interactions.

· Must have reliable transportation; some in-state travel will be required.

This position offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and engagement of the ABC membership community. If you’re passionate about building relationships, organizing events, and driving membership value, we would love to hear from you.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and do not discriminate in hiring based on any protected class status

Associated Builders and Contractors of Maine

Our Client, Global Entertainment Company, is looking for a Customer Service Coordinator to join their team REMOTELY in Atlanta, GA!

FULLY REMOTE!

Pay: $17hour

***This Is A 2-3 Month Contract Open to Conversion OR Extension!***

As the Customer Service Coordinator you will be responsible for communicating with Magnolia guests regarding a variety of topics including order-related inquiries, shop and product questions, and Magnolia’s streaming platform questions, as well as visiting the Waco properties.

Duties

• Interact daily with Magnolia Guest via email, chat, and phone delivering white glove service by responding and resolving guest inquiries efficiently without sacrificing resolution quality
• Approach guests with an empathetic customer-centric mindset
• Lead with curiosity to gain a clear understanding of what the guest is trying to accomplish
• Seamlessly handles multiple communication channels and action items simultaneously
• Review previous guest interactions to ensure all outstanding concerns have been addressed
• Provide accurate, valid, and complete information about Magnolia products and services by using the right resources/tools

Required Skills

• Associate’s degree or equivalent customer service experience
• Knowledge of mobile apps, connected devices, digital TV technology, and online retail practices
• Experience with Zendesk preferred
• Proficiency with Google Suite and demonstrated competency in learning new software
• Strong technical literacy

Motion Recruitment

Park City Film is seeking a full time Membership and Marketing Coordinator. The selected candidate will work closely with the Executive Director and be responsible for the marketing and promotion of all film-based events, securing underwriters for weekend films and sponsors for special screenings, managing the Park City Film membership program, and helping execute special events.

Specific tasks will include, but are not limited to:

·     Social Media Engagement: writing engaging copy for social media ads, posts and Facebook events. Creating basic graphic design and social media assets as necessary.

·     Promotion: ensuring that film information on website is up to date; creation and distribution of print film calendars; managing the social media presence for Park City Film on Facebook and Instagram; and, promoting films to target audiences/organizations through direct contact.

·     Membership Program: recruiting new members, fulfilling membership benefits, communicating with members via email, and creating and executing special events for members.

·     Planning and Operational Support: special fundraising events (Live PC Give PC, private member events/screenings and the annual Oscar Party) and film-based events at the Santy, which includes, but is not limited to, post-film panels.

·     Special events: coordinating the Annual Filmmakers Showcase and volunteers for Park City Film’s Sundance Film Festival concessions operation.

·     Sponsorships: securing and communicating with underwriters for weekend films and special screenings and, soliciting donations for silent auctions.

·     Communications: ensure clear communication about the programs and events offered by Park City Film.

·     Graphic design for deliverables: including posters, member materials, and signage.

·     Work a minimum of one evening screening per week (includes weekend nights)

The Park City Film Membership and Marketing Coordinator will work under the supervision of Park City Film Executive Director. While some of the tasks related to this position can be executed remotely, this position does require an onsite presence at film screenings in Park City at least once per week and for the duration of the Sundance Film Festival.

Preferred Qualifications, Experiences & Expectations:

·     Social media engagement experience (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok).

·     Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, comfortable speaking in front of large crowds, and willing and able to represent Park City Film in a responsible and professional manner at relevant community events in a formal and informal capacity.

·     Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently to achieve a collective goal.

·     Demonstrated and/or lived experience working with people of diverse ages, genders, sexualities, ethnicities, cultures, races, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds, including communities historically underserved by arts organizations

·     Demonstrated maturity in decision-making and communication. Must be detail oriented.

·     Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.

·     Ability to create and adapt Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and/or Acrobat files for print.

·     Interest in Independent Film and/or filmmaking is required.

·     Ability to work on nights and weekends in Park City at film screenings as determined by the programming schedule – particularly during the annual Sundance Film Festival in late-January-early February.

·     Ability and willingness to perform relevant administrative tasks, including email communications, data entry, scheduling, invoicing, and other paperwork.

·     Knowledge of the Park City community and non-profit organizations.

·     Knowledge of film exhibition and art house cinema programming.

Special Requirements: This job requires the ability to work independently and make decisions based on the Park City Film’s mission, vision and policy. Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends each week. Must be able to think and act quickly under pressure, work within tight deadlines and be task oriented. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Terms of Employment:  This is a permanent, at-will position within the organization. Compensation is commensurate with experience (salary range: $40,000-$45,000). Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays, mental health/sick days, and vacation on a graduated scale based on years of service. Work hours are flexible. Open until filled.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please email (do not mail) your letter of interest and resume to [email protected].

About Park City Film

Park City Film is Summit County’s only nonprofit Art House Cinema. Established in 1995, Park City Film is a vital, contributing member of the local arts community- enhancing the cultural life of our community for both locals and tourists seeking diverse cultural opportunities. We accomplish this through the presentation of a curated selection of independent, foreign and documentary films in the Jim Santy Auditorium and pop-up locations around Summit County. Additionally, we program post-screening Q&A’s and panel discussions to deepen our patrons understanding and engagement with the issues raised by the films we show; partner with local non-profits to offer free community screenings that help raise the profile of our partner organizations’ missions through film; provide special programming for children to promote cross-cultural understanding; and, provide opportunities for Utah filmmakers to hone their craft as well as showcase their work on the big screen. Our vision is to create an engaging and affordable arts experience for people of all ages and backgrounds – using film as a medium to entertain, inspire and educate our patrons and help Summit County remain a well informed and engaged mountain community. Our mission is to create community through film.

Park City Film is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a diversity of thought, experience, and personal background. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, physical ability, age, veteran status, marital status, and/or religious beliefs.

For more details, please visit: www.parkcityfilm.org.

Park City Film

Karla Otto is a renowned public relations and communications agency with offices across 13 locations in the UK, EMEA, US, and Asia. Established in 1982 by Karla Otto herself, the agency has since grown to become a global leader in luxury brand PR and events.

With offices in major fashion capitals such as Milan, London, New York, and Los Angeles, Karla Otto represents some of the most prestigious fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands in the industry.

In 2017, Karla Otto and K2 merged to form The Independents, a global group of agencies for industry leaders across luxury and lifestyle. Currently, the group comprises of Bureau Betak & Bureau Future, Karla Otto, K2, The Qode, Lefty, Prodject, and CTZAR.

Our network of expert strategists, designers, planners, and publicists work tirelessly to deliver exceptional results and establish long-term partnerships with our clients. We are passionate about the world of fashion, beauty, and luxury, with everyone bringing their unique expertise and insights to the table. We are driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving industry landscape.

To help support our future growth as an agency, we are looking for a Director, VIP Services to lead our team based in Los Angeles. Please note this role will be required to work EST hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Further the development of Celebrity + VIP services for Karla Otto, building the network of talent and representation across music, film, and TV in Los Angeles
• Lead client communications daily as to relevant to celebrity activities, the competitive landscape, industry news, building trust and long-term relationships
• Day-to-day execution of high-profile luxury accounts
• Oversight and management of direct reports across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle accounts
• Build contracts for new clients – define scope of work, including paid partnerships, seedings, events, and guest lists
• Lead VIP strategy and build decks for new and existing clients
• Utilize personal contacts to create meaningful and innovative VIP experiences
• Negotiate and execute high-profile celebrity contracts
• Be an in-person representative for top tier stylists and engage them for celebrity placements
• Generate top-tier opportunities for clients to engage with brand targets (inclusive of brand ambassadorships, event attendance, social media campaigns, etc.) via both paid and earned engagements
• Develop creative ideas and solutions to execute a brand’s vision that will successfully deliver it to their target audiences and growth targets, pivoting strategy when necessary
• Demonstrate value of programs and report on effectiveness of campaigns
• Remain well ahead of emerging trends, talent, events, and releases within entertainment and sports
• Act as on-site leader and client point-of-contact at brand events and fashion shows

Key Attributes

• 8-10 years’ experience within an agency or in-house, working in fashion and/or entertainment
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale celebrity campaigns for clients in a variety of industries.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple direct reports
• Established connections and relationships within the entertainment industry (talent agents, influencers, publicists, managers, stylists, relevant media)
• Excellent working knowledge of social platforms
• High level execution skills and meticulous attention to detail, both aesthetically and organizationally
• Strong negotiator and creative problem solver
• Experienced working through complex contracts with legal to reach a resolution
• Confidently deliver ideas to the wider team that focuses on client experience
• Enthusiasm to attend industry events with strong awareness of cultural calendar
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral), research, and organization skills
• A positive, can-do attitude who can work under pressure and likes to solve problems
• A creative, innovative thinker with an open attitude and eagerness to learn new things

What We Offer…

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401K Employer Match program
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off including Vacation Days, Personal Days, Sick Days, and additional Comp Days
• Company-wide closure last week of the year
• 10 Federal Holidays Observed

At Karla Otto, we are always looking for personalities with positive charisma who are enthusiastic, self-motivated, and have a keen sense of aesthetics.

Karla Otto embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Karla Otto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our team!

KARLA OTTO

The Commercial Club of Chicago Overview

The Commercial Club of Chicago is a membership organization of senior leaders in the region. Our members span the business, education, civic, cultural, and philanthropic sectors – unified by excitement for the future of Chicago. We believe cooperation and an open exchange of ideas are fundamental to success.

Throughout our history, the Commercial Club of Chicago and our affiliated organizations have played a leading role in shaping the Chicago region. We have helped tackle the most pressing issues facing Chicago and have been instrumental in some of the City’s most visionary efforts.

Today, the Commercial Club continues to address social and economic issues of importance to the Chicago region.

The Civic Committee Overview

The Civic Committee, a committee of the Commercial Club composed of the leaders of our region’s leading private sector employers, works with public officials, and other civic organizations on game-changing initiatives to promote our region’s social and economic well-being. We are committed to making our region a better place for everyone to live, work, and do business. Through our key focus areas and the work of our affiliated organizations, we address the most pressing issues facing the Chicago region. These projects change over time and currently include efforts on business diversity, education, state finance, technology, transportation and infrastructure, and veteran employment.

We also work alongside, and fund, the organizations established by us to tackle key issues head-on including Civic Consulting Alliance, Kids First Chicago, and P33.

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits, reporting to the Executive Vice President. The person in this position will also work in close collaboration with other Civic Committee staff as needed. There is an initial training and probationary period of three months.

Commercial Club and Civic Committee Membership

The Commercial Club of Chicago has approximately four hundred individual members and the Civic Committee has ninety institutional members that are represented by CEOs and senior leadership of the largest private sector employers in the region. Each year, the Commercial Club and Civic Committee bring on new members while also cultivating existing membership engagement. At the present time, members participate in monthly luncheons, quarterly meetings and special task forces created to address issues facing the city, region, and state. As we are working to bring in the next generation of leaders at both organizations and expand membership at the Civic Committee, the organization is looking to implement a strategic recruitment, on-boarding process, and enhancement of member experience. The goal is to deepen our relationships with members, improve their experience with the organization, and leverage their insights and commitment to making Chicago the best big city in which to live, work, and do business.

Position Summary

The Director for Membership and Events is responsible for the development of program ideas, management, and effective oversight of the Commercial Club’s operations including programs and events, and committees. In addition, this role will manage the membership process for both the Commercial Club and the Civic Committee. The person in this role must possess the sophistication, communication, and interpersonal relationship skills necessary to make things happen through the power of influence and persuasion. They must also be skilled at problem-solving and strategizing with internal and external partners. Analytical aptitude and experience are also necessary for sector analysis to develop and evaluate strategies and tactics for reaching diverse constituencies.

The successful candidate will be a creative, highly intelligent, and self-confident leader with a proven track-record of success in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a membership organization or nonprofit social and economic policy organization. The Director’s personal characteristics will include proven leadership skills; a focused and pragmatic, but open management style; superior written and oral communication skills; and experience planning and producing high quality events.

Essential Functions

Membership Engagement

• Develop and execute on a new strategy, with participation of senior leadership and the Membership Committee, to recruit, onboard, and engage new members of both the Commercial Club and Civic Committee to participate in meetings, task forces, and committees as well as other opportunities for member engagement.
• Develop and manage process and preparation of materials and tracking for recruiting, onboarding, and engaging new members in the Commercial Club and Civic Committee.
• Conduct new member onboarding including orientation, distribution of welcome packages and initial invoices, and setting up the new member in Salesforce.
• Foster a positive, ongoing relationship with members and ensure a long-term relationship is forged by maintaining contact and proactively educating members on outcomes and results of the Civic Committee’s efforts.
• Collaborate with individuals working on development regarding opportunities for members to get involved in Civic Committee programs and initiatives.

Program Development

• In collaboration with colleagues and the Program Committee of the Commercial Club, conceptualize ideas for a minimum of 10 Commercial Club events each year as part of the increased membership engagement efforts, determine potential new avenues for participation. Periodically review and suggest strategic changes to the program development structure of the Program Committee to ensure members remain engaged and that topics, speakers, and activities are sufficiently attractive to draw member attendance.
• Oversee the development of program plans, outreach to speakers, engagement, and briefing materials for Club leadership and speakers.
• Partner with the senior leadership team to create an intentional and integrated communications strategy that includes collaboration on message creation, member communications, and membership engagement strategies.

Event Planning and Execution

• Oversee the events team to ensure seamless execution of events and programs, maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism.
• Direct the procurement of all necessary outside resources for the execution and support of the organization’s membership events and committees including purchases with outside print and mail shop suppliers, e.g., database providers, caterers, and audio and visual providers. The procurement process includes reviewing contracts for venues, speakers, and entertainers.
• Develop and manage process and materials for Commercial Club and Civic Committee meetings including Club lunches and Program, Membership, and other committee meetings on Super Day.
• Lead programs including Commercial Club luncheon meetings, Family Dinner, and other special Club meetings.

Team Management

• Supervise and provide leadership to the Membership, Events, and Salesforce Coordinator, ensuring efficient coordination of, and execution of events, membership engagement and management, and cultivation of resources for programmatic and policy work.

Relationship Management

• Foster and maintain strong relationships with Commercial Club and Civic Committee members and other key stakeholders with whom the organization works.
• Identify a target retention rate, design, and implement growth and retention strategies with existing members and opportunities to recruit new members.
• Develop and manage relationships with Committee chairs and members. Committees include Executive, Membership, Nominating and Program. These responsibilities are undertaken along with the assistance of the Membership, Events, and Salesforce Coordinator and other staff.

Operations

• Oversee the billing operations of the Commercial Club and Civic Committee.
• Refine and enhance the Salesforce to generate reports, support member stewardship efforts, and create more transparency for fundraising.
• Ensure up-to-date accuracy of member data in Salesforce and work closely with Accounting regarding the billing operations of Commercial Club and Civic Committee dues and the timeliness of invoices for membership dues.
• Develop annual budget and manage expenses to perform within budget.

Education and Experience Requirements

• B.A. required and M.A. preferred in nonprofit or business management, social and economic policy, or other fields that align with our policy and programmatic agenda.
• Five+ years of experience leading diverse teams responsible for event management.
• Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing member relationships over time is preferred.

Working Environment

We offer opportunities for employees to work in a combination of in-person and remote work (“hybrid” option).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Club and its affiliated organizations are equal opportunity employers and do not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic, whether actual or perceived, including, including, but not limited to, an individual’s race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

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OVERVIEW:

Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Design Director to join the Jewelry team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters.

The Design Director – Jewelry will work closely with the Head of Design as well as cross-functional team partners in Product Development and Merchandising providing the design and technical direction to advance the Jewelry line for Marc Jacobs, Heaven by Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs Runway and off-price. We are looking for someone who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead multiple projects across different brands.

Our ideal candidate has stellar organization skills, great attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

COMMERCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – DESIGN:

• Lead the team at all stages of the design process, aligning with the design calendar for multiple deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the product delivered is brand appropriate while meeting business requirements, customer needs and margin goals.
• Ensure a balanced seasonal design offering with innovation, newness, and commerciality, while preserving brand identity.
• Organize and prioritize the jewelry team’s workload, ensuring preparation for meetings and adherence to calendar timelines.
• Participate in all research and concept meetings; leading sketch and protos review.
• Demonstrate a vast knowledge of jewelry design techniques to deliver novel ideas aligned with Marc Jacobs identity.
• Foster collaboration with other Design teams for cohesive storytelling and commercial viability.
• Supervise technical specifications and approve 3D renderings, partnering with Product Development and Production for commercial viability.
• Have a broad understanding of jewelry techniques and execution to work across different materials and deliver novel designs aligned with the Marc Jacobs identity.
• Partner with Head of RTW and Head of LG on occasional RTW trim and hardware needs for cross category animations.

RUNWAY RESPONSIBILITIES – DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

• Innovate new techniques and work with a hands-on approach to build prototypes and mock-ups in the studio.
• Apply technical expertise when working with ateliers in order to achieve Marc’s vision.
• Craft jewelry with European partners in France and Italy.
• Lead the seasonal calendar and budget for all protos, runway and PR samples.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art or Fashion
• 10+ years of experience in jewelry design, with expertise and technical knowledge in the field
• Broad understanding of jewelry techniques and materials from a design and product development perspective
• Experience with Asian and European factories and ateliers.
• Proficient in both digital and hand sketching techniques.
• Expert in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent taste level and brand awareness
• Strong sense of color, fashion, product, and trend knowledge.
• Able to development and track product from start to finish.
• Able to maintain calendar, budget and margin.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.

SALARY & BENEFITS/WHAT WE OFFER:

The compensation for this position ranges from $165k – $180k(annually). The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. In addition, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation time, sick and personal time, medical, dental and vision insurance, and 401k matching. We also offer discounts on travel, entertainment, and more through our partnership with PerkSpot. MJ employees also receive discounts on MJ products throughout the year, as well as access to discounts on other LVMH brands.

ABOUT MARC JACOBS

For nearly 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original.

Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. NYC in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.

EEO STATEMENT

Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed qualifications.

Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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