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Childhood Cancer Society

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14 - $18.75/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$15 - $20.25/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative tied to live events and campaigns * Portfolio-building work with real visibility and real-world ...

ALIVE Rescue

Foster Coordinator

Salem, WI · On-site

Constant communication between other Foster Coordinators, Founder, Medical Director, and Director of Adoptions. * Attend virtual team meetings as they are scheduled (maximum 4 times per year)

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What is a founder director?

Founder Directors are individuals who have both founded a company and serve on its board of directors. They are responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, making high-level decisions, and ensuring the company adheres to its mission and values. Founder Directors often play a pivotal role in shaping the company's culture and long-term vision, leveraging their entrepreneurial insight to guide the business from inception through growth stages.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a founder director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Founder Director, you need a strong background in business development, strategic planning, leadership, and financial management, generally supported by entrepreneurial experience or a relevant degree. Familiarity with business management software, finance tools, and sometimes project management or industry-specific certifications is common. Visionary thinking, resilience, exceptional communication, and decision-making skills set outstanding Founder Directors apart. These competencies are essential for driving organizational growth, navigating challenges, and effectively leading teams to achieve business objectives.

What are some common challenges founder directors face when transitioning from a startup phase to a scaling business?

Founder Directors often encounter challenges in shifting their focus from hands-on involvement in every aspect of the business to delegating responsibilities and building out leadership teams. As the company grows, they need to implement more structured processes and adapt their management style to support larger teams and more complex operations. Balancing strategic vision with day-to-day execution, while maintaining company culture and employee engagement, can be particularly demanding. Successful Founder Directors are those who prioritize clear communication, invest in leadership development, and remain adaptable as the business evolves.

What is the difference between Founder Director vs Business Development Manager?

AspectFounder DirectorBusiness Development Manager
CredentialsTypically entrepreneurial experience, industry knowledge, sometimes advanced degreesRelevant bachelor’s or master’s degree, sales or marketing certifications
Work EnvironmentLeadership role in startup or company, strategic planning, high-level decision makingClient engagement, market research, sales strategy implementation
Industry UsageFounders or early-stage companies, startups, SMEsEstablished companies, sales teams, marketing departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in startups, entrepreneurial positionsSales growth, market expansion, client acquisition roles

The main difference is that a Founder Director is a high-level leadership role often involved in starting and guiding a company, while a Business Development Manager focuses on expanding the company's market presence and sales. Both roles require strategic thinking, but the Founder Director typically has broader responsibilities in company vision and governance.

What are the most commonly searched types of Founder jobs in Wisconsin?

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Executive Director - AgeBetter

Attic Angel Community

Madison, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Executive Director - AgeBetter
Please note:
Recruitment for this position will be led by Attic Angel in partnership with Oakwood Village.
AgeBetter, Inc. is a nonprofit organization located in Dane County, Wisconsin. Founded In 2005, AgeBetter has two sponsoring nonprofit organizations, Oakwood Village and Attic Angel. AgeBetter is the parent, organization and founder of Safe at Home and SAIL – Sharing Active Independent Lives. The mission of AgeBetter and its programs is to enhance the health, wellness, and independence of older adults in collaboration with older adults, their families, caregivers, healthcare providers, community-based aging services, payers, and educators.

We are seeking the next leader of AgeBetter, an organization that has served the Madison community for more than 20 years. AgeBetter is best known for its SAIL (Supporting Active Independent Lives) program and, more recently, Safe at Home. The ideal candidate will be passionate about bringing people together, meeting individuals where they are, and fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. This leader will bring a strong background in leadership and relationship-building, along with experience identifying and securing donations and grants to strengthen and expand the programs and services AgeBetter provides.

Position Location:
Oakwood Village University Woods Campus
6205 Mineral Point Rd
Madison, WI 53705
Mission Statement:
AgeBetter Inc.'s mission is to collaborate with older individuals, their families, caregivers, physicians, payers, service providers, and educators to enhance their health, wellness, independence, and overall quality of life.
Position Overview:
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the face of AgeBetter and is responsible for managing the programs offered within this organization including the SAIL and Safe at Home programs. This work includes membership recruitment, outreach, fundraising, new service development, operations and administration, and working with the Board on strategic planning and finance. The position requires working with a wide range of local and, in some cases, national organizations and institutions, and with the residents of Dane County. The ED will be responsible for establishing and managing a small team environment including hiring and managing support staff.
This position reports to the Board of Directors.
Essential Responsibilities (not meant to be an all-inclusive list):
  • Assure the delivery of outstanding member services.
  • Maintain and expand membership through recruitment of new members and membership renewals.
  • Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and maintain strategic and tactical plans to guide the organization.
  • Recruit and manage volunteers participating in SAIL programs; determine and supervise volunteer activities.
  • Lead AgeBetter programs (SAIL amp; Safe at Home) fundraising activities, developing and implementing fundraising and marketing plans, identifying new funding sources, writing grant proposals and creating strategies for donor solicitation.
  • Develop partnerships with organizations that can provide services to members.
  • Ensure effective systems to manage and regularly evaluate program components, so as to measure successes that can be effectively communicated to the board, the funders and other constituents.
  • Serve as the principal public relations representative when interacting with media, funding sources, government agencies and community groups.
  • Deepen and refine all aspects of communications-from web presence to external relations with the goal of creating a stronger brand.
  • Work independently to establish an efficient, organized business compliant with regulations; maintain accurate, confidential records; recruit and effectively manage a small staff; maintain an accurate database of members, member assistance, referral information and service providers, donors and grant providers.
  • Recommend policies and procedures to produce maximum utilization of resources and optimal service levels at minimum cost.
  • Understand and effectively carry out policies as set by the AgeBetter Board of Directors.
  • Track organization income and expenditures, in consultation with the Board of Directors.
  • Attend all Board meetings, implement Board directives.
Essential Qualifications:
  • Skill in overseeing organizational finances, including budget formulation and execution.
  • Experience with laws and regulations that affect services to older people.
  • An understanding of the needs of people age 50 and older as they age in their homes.
  • Ability to communicate persuasively in speech and writing.
  • Ability to develop collaborative relationships with a variety of professionals from City and County officials and service providers, Village Network, etc.
Education/Training/Experience:
  • Minimum BA/BS degree with five (5) to seven (7) years of senior management experience in a non-profit setting preferable with experience in fundraising, communication, business and/or social work. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is desirable.
  • Significant work with older adults, social service or home and community based service environments is strongly recommended.
  • Broad knowledge of nonprofit fundraising and marketing techniques, donor and membership development.
  • Experience with budgeting, basic accounting and other financials concerning
  • nonprofits.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. Club Express experience or other membership software experience preferred.

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