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TECH NEBRASKA
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Tech Nebraska has opened a search for a new Executive Director.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a well-established and successful organization at a pivotal moment in the state’s technological evolution.
The organization is well-funded, has an established advisory and governance structure, and is expanding its statewide membership. As a separate trade association affiliated with the NE Chamber, Tech Nebraska is also able to leverage the NE Chamber’s resources and statewide footprint in its networking events and advocacy efforts. In the past year, Tech Nebraska launched a highly successful Annual Tech Nebraska Summit, testified on several tech-forward bills at the Nebraska legislature, and built strong partnerships with leaders across business, government, and education, all while shaping key policy conversations that will define Nebraska’s economic future.
The Executive Director position is a premier leadership role in the tech ecosystem in the state. Tech Nebraska invites visionary, hands-on leaders who are passionate about industry advocacy and building a stronger, more inclusive, tech ecosystem in the state of Nebraska to apply. To express interest in the Executive Director role, please apply here or send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. If you would like additional information, please feel free to make your request to the same email address.
Tech Nebraska and the NE Chamber are equal-opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
The organization is well-funded, has an established advisory and governance structure, and is expanding its statewide membership. As a separate trade association affiliated with the NE Chamber, Tech Nebraska is also able to leverage the NE Chamber’s resources and statewide footprint in its networking events and advocacy efforts. In the past year, Tech Nebraska launched a highly successful Annual Tech Nebraska Summit, testified on several tech-forward bills at the Nebraska legislature, and built strong partnerships with leaders across business, government, and education, all while shaping key policy conversations that will define Nebraska’s economic future.
The Executive Director position is a premier leadership role in the tech ecosystem in the state. Tech Nebraska invites visionary, hands-on leaders who are passionate about industry advocacy and building a stronger, more inclusive, tech ecosystem in the state of Nebraska to apply. To express interest in the Executive Director role, please apply here or send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. If you would like additional information, please feel free to make your request to the same email address.
Tech Nebraska and the NE Chamber are equal-opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
- POSITION DESCRIPTION -
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
Nebraska needs a thriving, unified technology sector to drive its economy, compete for top talent and prepare to solve the challenges of tomorrow. A solid foundation exists - Nebraska outputs nearly $4.5 billion in GDP from the information technology sector. Despite ambitious goals by government and business leaders to grow technology businesses and add jobs, Nebraska’s technology community isn’t yet reaching its full potential.
Enter Tech Nebraska. Formed in 2023 in partnership with the NE Chamber, Tech Nebraska convenes Nebraska’s top technology leaders, partners, and stakeholders to foster a more diverse and inclusive technology workforce and advocate for pro-growth, tech-focused public policies. This organization serves as the statewide tech advocacy leader for Nebraska.
Among the group’s initial key goals are:
Tech Nebraska’s mission is Cultivating Nebraska’s tech community to drive collaboration, growth and policy.
To achieve this mission, it:
THE POSITION
Executive Director of Tech Nebraska
The Executive Director of Tech Nebraska provides strategic leadership for the organization. The Director has primary responsibility to support growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Nebraska’s technology-based economy through advocacy, collaboration, and education.
The Director is responsible for delivering programs that align with the needs of member businesses, organizations and professionals; developing key partnerships between industry, academia and government institutions; and developing programming for Tech Nebraska’s future. The Director is also responsible for growing and retaining membership.
This role is for a leader who seeks to make an impact throughout the state by meeting the changing needs and challenges of its diverse membership. The Executive Director must be comfortable with assessing and recommending changes, both internal and external to the organization. The Executive Director is both visionary and hands-on. He or she will have an inclusive style to listen and respond to pressing issues throughout the organization, its advisory board, and Nebraska.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Qualifications
The Executive Director will bring proven leadership, business acumen and relationship management skills as well as a commitment to the mission. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and characteristics:
Essential Qualifications
Office space, technology equipment, and benefits are provided through the NE Chamber. Insurance options provided include health, dental, basic and supplemental life, and short- and long-term disability. Other benefits included are 401(k) plan, vacation, sick leave, and competitive wage package.
Nebraska needs a thriving, unified technology sector to drive its economy, compete for top talent and prepare to solve the challenges of tomorrow. A solid foundation exists - Nebraska outputs nearly $4.5 billion in GDP from the information technology sector. Despite ambitious goals by government and business leaders to grow technology businesses and add jobs, Nebraska’s technology community isn’t yet reaching its full potential.
Enter Tech Nebraska. Formed in 2023 in partnership with the NE Chamber, Tech Nebraska convenes Nebraska’s top technology leaders, partners, and stakeholders to foster a more diverse and inclusive technology workforce and advocate for pro-growth, tech-focused public policies. This organization serves as the statewide tech advocacy leader for Nebraska.
Among the group’s initial key goals are:
- Connecting Nebraska’s tech community + leaders
- Promoting growth in Nebraska’s technology & business communities
- Growing diversity and inclusion in the technology landscape of the state
- Growing technological innovation in Nebraska’s core industries
- Influencing legislation on federal, state and local levels
Tech Nebraska’s mission is Cultivating Nebraska’s tech community to drive collaboration, growth and policy.
To achieve this mission, it:
- Convenes technology leaders to create an agenda that is pro-growth, pro-technology and pro-business
- Fosters partnerships and programs that grow Nebraska’s technology community
- Influences legislation on federal, state and local levels to foster an environment that creates new technology businesses and jobs
THE POSITION
Executive Director of Tech Nebraska
The Executive Director of Tech Nebraska provides strategic leadership for the organization. The Director has primary responsibility to support growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Nebraska’s technology-based economy through advocacy, collaboration, and education.
The Director is responsible for delivering programs that align with the needs of member businesses, organizations and professionals; developing key partnerships between industry, academia and government institutions; and developing programming for Tech Nebraska’s future. The Director is also responsible for growing and retaining membership.
This role is for a leader who seeks to make an impact throughout the state by meeting the changing needs and challenges of its diverse membership. The Executive Director must be comfortable with assessing and recommending changes, both internal and external to the organization. The Executive Director is both visionary and hands-on. He or she will have an inclusive style to listen and respond to pressing issues throughout the organization, its advisory board, and Nebraska.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- In conjunction with the NE Chamber, Tech Nebraska’s Executive Committee and Advisory board, develop and execute an annual strategic plan.
- Oversee all communication and marketing campaigns to make sure they align with strategic priorities and the overall vision of Tech Nebraska.
- Create strategies that drive influence regarding state policy and funding to ensure ongoing growth and development of the technology industry in Nebraska.
- Execute Tech Nebraska’s initiatives aimed at cultivation, procurement and maintenance of the organization’s industry investors and sponsors and maintain those relationships and initiatives.
- Grow and retain the Tech Nebraska member base across the state to continue growing influence at scale.
- Act as the chief spokesperson for Tech Nebraska, communicating on issues that support the organization’s goals and priorities.
- Create valuable connections and strong consensus both inside Tech Nebraska and across the state, act as an advocate for technology and create greater visibility among the constituents of the technology industry throughout the state.
- Support and facilitate Executive Committee and Advisory Board meetings.
- Prioritize key relationships among community partners and stakeholders.
- Build and sustain a unified voice and marshal corresponding support from government, education and community leaders and institutions.
- Manage financial functions, including an annual budget, allocation of funds and mid- and long-term forecasting and planning.
- Demonstrate management of complex organizational and administrative issues while maintaining a strong course toward the mission and core values of Tech Nebraska and its key stakeholders.
- Lead strategic efforts to grow membership, including recruitment, engagement, and retention initiatives tailored to the technology industry.
- Cultivate relationships with prospective members, sponsors, and partners to drive revenue and expand the association’s network.
- Develop and implement strategies to meet organizational goals, including membership growth, sponsorships, and event participation.
- Oversee member onboarding and ensure consistent, high-quality communication and service throughout the member lifecycle.
Qualifications
The Executive Director will bring proven leadership, business acumen and relationship management skills as well as a commitment to the mission. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and characteristics:
Essential Qualifications
- More than five years of senior management experience in a non-profit, for-profit or government organization.
- Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
- Ability to direct the organization’s financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, maintain positive outcomes and increase efficiency.
- Fiscal planning and management experience.
- Ability to cultivate a strong external presence through community involvement.
- Ability to create, direct, plan and implement policies, objectives and activities of the organization to ensure continuing operations, maximize return on investment and increase impact and successful outcomes.
- A high degree of ethical conduct, integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Passion for and/or experience in the technology industry.
- Interest or experience leading a member or professional organization.
- A commitment to the value that member organizations bring to the community.
- Proven experience with sales and fundraising.
- Experience with lobbying and government relations.
- Ability to develop excellent relations with members and recruit and retain member organizations across technology types.
- Passion for evolving member needs, interests and ideas for learning, connection and change.
- Skills in working with a Board of Directors and other constituents with a high ability to cultivate relationships.
- Thought leadership in the technology space.
- A spirit of lifelong learning.
- A leadership style of awareness, presence, authenticity, empathy and clarity.
- Experience in building an organizational culture with a high level of coaching, employee engagement and collaboration.
- A positive approach to taking an organization through change.
- Outstanding communications skills.
- Excellence in external relations, including public speaking to a variety of audiences.
Office space, technology equipment, and benefits are provided through the NE Chamber. Insurance options provided include health, dental, basic and supplemental life, and short- and long-term disability. Other benefits included are 401(k) plan, vacation, sick leave, and competitive wage package.
Additional Information
For additional information and to apply for the position, please contact/send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].
For additional information and to apply for the position, please contact/send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].
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