President, Westmont Chamber of Commerce

Position Title: Westmont Chamber of Commerce President

Position Overview

The Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau (WCCTB) is a business focused membership organization based in Westmont, Illinois. 

The vision of WCCTB is to be the source, the voice, and the choice for serving the Westmont area business community. The mission of the WCCTB is to promote, connect and support business and tourism in the Westmont area. WCCTB is the:

• Source for new business relationships and community information

• Voice for identifying and expressing the concerns of the business community

• Choice for promoting and marketing Westmont

The WCCTB is an engaged Member of the US Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, and the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce Executives. The President of the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau serves as the chief executive officer responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and initiatives of the organization. This role requires a dynamic leader with exceptional communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a deep commitment to promoting the interests of local businesses and fostering economic growth within the community. We are seeking an individual who shares our core values of community service and volunteerism.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategic Planning:

• Provide visionary leadership to the Chamber of Commerce, guiding the development and execution of strategic plans to advance the organization's mission and objectives.

• Report to and collaborate with the Board of Directors to set strategic goals, establish policies, and allocate Chamber resources effectively.

Membership Engagement and Development:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective members, understanding and ensuring their voices are heard.

• Develop initiatives to attract new members and enhance the value proposition of Chamber membership.

• Lead membership and sponsorship sales campaigns and support.

Advocacy and Government Relations:

• Represent the interests of the business community to local, regional, state, and federal government entities, advocating for policies and initiatives that support economic development and entrepreneurship.

• Serve as a spokesperson for the Chamber on legislative and regulatory issues affecting businesses, participating in relevant forums and committees.

Programing, Services, and Event Management:

• Oversee the planning and execution of programs, services, events, and networking opportunities designed to promote business growth, professional development, and community engagement.

• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality, impactful events that contribute to the Chamber's objectives.

Economic Development Services & Programs:

• Promote business attraction to Westmont.

• Promote and facilitate the retention and expansion of existing businesses in Westmont.

• Promote and facilitate travel and entertainment spending in Westmont.

• Cultivate a diverse local economy.

• Maintain open communication between the business community and local, county and state governing bodies

Financial Management and Resource Development:

• Manage the Chamber's financial resources responsibly, overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal controls.

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, sponsorships, and partnerships to support Chamber programs and initiatives.

Public Relations and Communication:

• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Chamber, representing its interests in media interviews, public forums, and community events.

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to engage stakeholders, promote Chamber initiatives, and enhance the organization's visibility and reputation via multiple platforms/distribution channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field.

• Proven leadership with 3-5 years experience in a similar role within a chamber of commerce or business membership association.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans, manage organizational change, and drive results.

• Strong understanding of economic development, public policy, and issues affecting the business community.

• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking, writing, social media, and interpersonal communication.

• Proficiency in financial management, budgeting, use of Quickbooks and resource allocation.

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including members, government officials, community leaders, and partner organizations.

• High standards of integrity, work ethic, trustworthiness, and personal responsibility.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time position with occasional evening and weekend hours required to participate in events and/or meetings.

• Travel within the local area and occasional regional travel may be necessary for conferences, meetings, and advocacy efforts.

Application Instructions

To apply for the position of President at Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Larry Forssberg, via email at: LForssberg@westmontchamber.com ov via mail to:, 1 South Cass Avenue, Suite 101, Westmont, IL 60559 We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.