Job Description

Jorgenson Pace has been retained to conduct an executive search for a CEO. Please provide a cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position.

The Organization

The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) is a public-private partnership committed to driving economic growth in Southern Nevada. Their mission is built on three key pillars: leading regional business attraction, championing the metro Las Vegas and Southern Nevada business brand, and delivering value and strong returns to our investors. As Southern Nevada’s regional economic development authority, LVGEA envisions a thriving, globally competitive economy that fosters prosperity and opportunity for all residents.

About the Position

The LVGEA is seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to set the vision for the organization in partnership with the LVGEA Board, lead a team of 11 staff members and external vendors, and collaborate with internal and external partners to execute LVGEA’s mission and drive economic growth in Southern Nevada.

In this high impact role, the CEO will cultivate strong alliances with community stakeholders, align shared goals, and spearhead efforts to attract domestic and international businesses, ultimately fostering job creation and increased capital investment in the region.

Reporting to the LVGEA’s Board, the CEO will also manage key relationships with business leaders, educators, policymakers, and community partners to ensure sustained economic development and regional prosperity.

Key Responsibilities

The CEO provides leadership to the organization and oversees its day-to-day affairs. A high-level overview of core responsibilities includes:

· Develop and Execute a Strategic Business Attraction and Retention Program: Design a targeted domestic and international business attraction initiative that leverages research, data intelligence, and digital tools to generate high-quality project leads for the region. In concert with existing EDOs and Chambers, develop programs and initiatives that support business retention activities. Ensure that the programs align with and support regional and municipal economic development efforts, collaborating closely with local and regional partners to address the specific needs of prospective companies. This coordination will help secure projects that drive job creation and economic growth within the broader regional context. 

· Leadership of Valley’s Economic Development Mission: Champion and lead the economic development mission of LVGEA, the broader community, and align with the State of Nevada’s economic priorities. Collaborate with the Board to articulate and achieve the organization’s mission while strategically aligning with state economic priority resources and staff to achieve LVGEA’s priorities.

· Resource Development: Ensure that the development of financial resources permits the LVGEA to make continuous progress towards the mission by building an optimum mix of public and private funding. Ensure that funding is allocated strategically and prudently to address short-term needs and future potential.

· Partnership and Alliance Building: Build and expand partnerships with Board members, political and municipal leaders, regional agencies, chamber of commerce and private community stakeholders. This requires forming strong alliances at the organizational level and developing trusting relationships with key individuals on the interpersonal level.

· Organizational and Cultural Leadership: Provide engaging leadership and direction to all team members and external stakeholders to sustain a professional and efficient organization. Develop not only the LVGEA organizational capacity but the collective and individual capability of LVGEA team members. 

· Partnership with Government: Develop and advocate for legislation and public policy that furthers economic development and the LVGEA mission. Create working partnerships with elected leaders and municipalities.

· Reporting and Communications: Develop and implement a comprehensive reporting framework to communicate key economic development metrics, project outcomes, and organizational impact to investors, the Board of Directors, and the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development. Provide clear, data-driven presentations and reports that support strategic decision-making, ensure transparency, and demonstrate return on investment.

Qualities and Requirements

The ideal candidate for this position will have regional or large metro economic development experience and the ability to drive the LVGEA mission and strategy. Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation through the International Economic Development Council is preferred. Requirements and qualities of this person should include:

Leadership

· Proven ability to articulate a clear and compelling vision for LVGEA and to influence, motivate, and guide the team and Board to achieve this vision.

· Record of success and accountability for establishing and directing policy, processes, and stable organization operations.

· Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse, high-performing team.

· Must possess excellent communication skills , both written and verbal, and demonstrate a strong ability to interact with others effectively.

Economic Development and Government Relations

· Possess a deep understanding of economic development organizations and their role in collaborating with the private and public sectors, as well as state and federal agencies and community partners, to drive economic growth.

· Proven ability to develop and implement strategic business attraction and public policy initiatives while effectively managing tactical execution to achieve measurable results.

· Maintain a high-level network that includes local, state, and federal government agencies, along with business and industry associations.

· Ability to advocate for legislation that advances the interests of LVGEA and economic development and direct LVGEA efforts to create, revise, and advocate for relevant public policy priorities.

Stakeholder Management

· Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain trusting and productive relationships with key stakeholders, board members and influential parties.

· An effective coalition builder with proficiency at building partnerships and achieving consensus among diverse groups.

· The natural ability to gain the respect and confidence of high-level leaders and serve as a compelling spokesperson, influencer, and communicator.

Commercial Acumen

· A strong understanding of the business world, markets, and environment.

· Ability to direct the organization’s economic development activities; integrate and manage advanced economic development strategies and techniques.

· Significant experience in resource development, fundraising, marketing/branding; ability to make an impactful case for supporting our economic development mission.

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