The client is seeking a strategic, collaborative, mission-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead its next chapter of growth, modernization, and public impact. The organization is a statewide, community-licensed nonprofit public media network providing original journalism and distinctive music programming through multiple services, reaching audiences across its service area. This leadership transition follows a period of financial stability, rising audiences, deepening community partnerships, and continued success in trusted content.
Reporting to a Board of Directors, the CEO will provide vision, strategic leadership, and overall accountability for programmatic, financial, cultural, and operational success. The CEO is expected to serve as a primary public face and trusted ambassador, engaging major donors and community leaders and representing the organization within the broader public media ecosystem. Key responsibilities include advancing the organization’s FY2024–FY2028 strategic plan while shaping an aspirational vision for the future.
The CEO will champion editorial independence and high standards for public media journalism and music programming, and will provide rigorous financial oversight in partnership with internal leadership and the Board on budgeting and multi-year financial planning. The role will require leading with transparency, integrity, and steadiness to build trust across a multi-city, hybrid workforce. In addition, the CEO will work to sustain and grow the organization’s collaborations and audience engagement efforts that support original reporting and music services.