Chief Executive Officer in Lac Du Flambeau, Wisconsin at LDF Business Development Corporation

Summary/Objective: The Chief Executive Officer leads the Lac du Flambeau Business Development Corporation (LDF BDC) and is accountable to its Board of Directors for corporate strategy, financial performance, and day-to-day operations. The CEO connects the Board with executive management and business unit leaders, carries out Board-approved priorities, and fosters a culture of trust, integrity, and accountability consistent with the corporation’s mission, vision, and values.

Essential Functions: Specific duties include, but are not limited, to the following:

Corporate Strategy and Growth:

• Develop short- and long-term strategic plans for Board approval and translate them into operating priorities and measurable goals.
• Evaluate growth opportunities, investments, and partnerships for financial viability, risk, and alignment with the corporation’s mission. Make or recommend decisions within delegated authority.

Board Relations and Governance:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Board and management. Provide timely reports on financial results, operating performance, significant risks, and progress against strategic goals.
• Present recommendations and supporting analysis for Board decisions. Implement Board directives and escalate matters requiring Board review or approval.

Operations and Business Performance:

• Oversee day-to-day operations across corporate functions and business units. Allocate resources, monitor results against operating plans, and hold leaders accountable for corrective action.
• Set priorities for improving operating efficiency, service quality, and consistency across business units.

Financial Stewardship and Risk Management:

• Oversee annual budgeting, financial planning, and capital allocation with finance leadership. Monitor financial performance and cash flow against approved plans.
• Oversee internal controls, audits, and compliance with applicable requirements. Ensure significant findings are addressed and reported to the Board.

Leadership and Organizational Culture:

• Direct, develop, and evaluate executive leaders. Set clear performance expectations and plan for leadership succession.
• Model ethical conduct, sound judgment, and respect. Promote open communication and accountability across the corporation.

Tribal and External Relations:

• Represent LDF BDC with Tribal leadership, community members, business partners, and other stakeholders. Protect the corporation’s reputation through clear and consistent communication.
• Lead or oversee negotiations on significant contracts and partnerships within delegated authority.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Expectations/Abilities:

• Maintain a professional demeanor when conducting business and representing LDF BDC.
• Lead management teams, set priorities across business units, and exercise sound judgment under pressure.
• Negotiate complex agreements and build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively in writing and in person, including when presenting recommendations or financial information to the Board, staff, and public audiences.
• Analyze budgets, financial statements, cash flow, profit margins, and operating metrics to guide business decisions.
• Manage competing priorities, solve problems, and follow through on commitments with attention to detail.
• Use standard business software proficiently.
• Maintain confidentiality and model integrity, respect, and inclusion in keeping with LDF BDC’s mission, vision, and values.

Supervisory Responsibility:

The CEO directly supervises executives and business unit managers. All other employees report indirectly to the CEO through their respective management teams. The CEO is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and performance of corporate functions, business units, and subsidiaries.

The CEO selects and develops direct reports, sets performance expectations, evaluates results, and holds leaders accountable for the performance of their teams.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Native American Preference:

The LDF BDC hires individuals based on their qualifications for the job. To the greatest extent feasible, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans for employment opportunities.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This is a largely sedentary role. However, standing, sitting, walking, and bending are required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible business management or leadership experience, including at least three years in a senior leadership role.
• At least three years of experience managing contracts and conducting negotiations.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience overseeing management teams and budgets, taking responsibility for financial performance, and reporting to a board of directors or other governing body.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• Executive leadership experience overseeing multiple business units or subsidiaries.
• Familiarity with Tribal governance or experience working with Tribal governments, tribally owned enterprises, or Tribal communities.

Required Pre-Employment Screening: LDF Business Development Corp. is committed to a drug-free workplace. To qualify for this position, applicants must agree to pre-employment drug screening and potential random testing, as required thereafter.