Executive Director
Executive Director of the Bowling Green Area. CVB Currently the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an Executive Director to lead and oversee this successful destination location. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization, including the creation and implementation of strategic marketing initiatives to promote the area and visitor destination. This position is the face of the organization working collaboratively with varied partners, including the Board of Directors, hoteliers, local businesses, government officials and the public. The successful candidate should have: exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Qualified candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Community Relations, Marketing or another related field. A minimum of five years of experience as an Executive Director or Executive Level Management with a CVB, experience collaborating with volunteer boards, elected officials and the public, an acute understanding of marketing, public relations, and communications. Requirements also include, knowledge of governmental reporting and any applicable audit requirements, experience in recruiting, building and maintaining a sales and marketing team, selling and leading a sales team to attract all sporting, car, meeting and convention events. An understanding of budgeting, financial analysis, with full P&L responsibility, as well as setting goals, measuring success and holding staff accountable are other aspect of the position. It is preferred that this respected professional is capable of building strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders and has a working knowledge of the travel, tourism or hospitality industry. Qualified candidates should submit their resume no later than October 1, 2018. Please send resume to: bgacvbjobs@gmail.com