IBA In Search of Candidates to Fill New Executive Director Position!

The Independence Business Alliance (IBA), the Greater Philadelphia Region’s LGBT Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce that a search is underway for a full-time highly motivated and dynamic Executive Director.

This newly created position is an exciting opportunity for an independent, resourceful and experienced professional to facilitate the continued growth and development of our membership-based organization. The Executive Director position will entail a full range of activities covering all facets of the IBA, including, but not limited to, the following: attracting and retaining members, developing, managing and marketing programs and events, developing business partnerships, facilitating strategic planning, managing and overseeing day-to-day IBA operations, conducting community outreach and serving as lead liaison to IBA stakeholders.

For the detailed Job Description, including the required skills, professional qualifications and application guidelines for this position, please click here: IBA Executive Director Job Description

For consideration, interested applicants should submit the following documents:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Current resume/CV
  3. A separate statement (250 words max) that answers the following question:

Why are LGBT chambers of commerce needed today and how would you seek to grow a chamber as an executive director?

Submissions should be made electronically in a single PDF document to: EDSearch@thinkiba.com or via first class mail to:

IBA ED Search Committee
ATTN: Rich Horrow, President
The Philadelphia Building, Suite 113
1315 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 28. Finalist candidates should be prepared to submit three work (3) references (with current contact information), including past direct supervisor(s). ***No phone calls will be accepted about the position.

The IBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in its work and staff.