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PRESENTING OUR CLIENT—YWCA MINNEAPOLIS ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION YWCA Minneapolis was founded in 1891 and is a member of YWCA USA, the oldest and largest multicultural organization in the world. The organization’s mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and girls and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. HISTORY The YWCA of Minneapolis has a long and proud history, pursuing its mission of eliminating racism and empowering women that continues today. In 1890, the State YWCA held a convention in Minneapolis where local women proclaimed the need for a meeting place, especially during the lunch hour. The following year, the first YWCA of Minneapolis was established on a second-story flat above South 8th Street. The organization moved in 1903, becoming the first Minneapolis building owned and operated entirely by women. In the early 1940s, the first African-American member was elected to the board of the YWCA of Minneapolis and the YWCA offered the first racially integrated pool in the Twin Cities. Growth and innovation continued throughout the decades. New facilities have been added. New programs have been designed—with a focus on exceptional child development and learning for women and girls. Racial justice programs further the concepts of equity and inclusion. Today, the YWCA of Minneapolis honors its legacy, embraces the present, and strides toward the future with its continued work empowering women and girls and eliminating racism.

EACH YEAR… 30,000 community members are impacted by YWCA Minneapolis programs: 24,000 health and fitness members use fitness centers 4400 fitness members are awarded health & fitness scholarships 7200 individuals are empowered to take action to eliminate racism 900 children receive highest quality early childhood education 90% of YWCA preschoolers met rigorous school-readiness standards 1400 girls and youth engage in research-based afterschool programs 2000 women participate in wellness programs 1550 advocates raise awareness about policy solutions to improve equity and access to quality childcare and youth programs 800 volunteers gain meaningful service experience

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MISSION & VISION The mission of the YWCA of Minneapolis is eliminating racism, empowering women and girls, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The vision is to be the most trusted and effective change agent in the journey to eliminate racism and sexism in our community. The YWCA of Minneapolis stands for a fully inclusive community in which each person is healthy and valued, and where racial justice, gender equality and human dignity are promoted and sustained through bold and effective women's leadership.

YWCA Minneapolis strives every day to achieve:

• Race and gender equity • Economic independence for women • Respect for diverse cultures • A place where children and youth thrive • A community that is vibrant and healthy PROGRAMS YWCA Minneapolis serves more than 30,000 people in the community each year, through award-winning programs, classes and workshops. Locations provide clean, safe spaces for community members to grow and develop in their health and fitness level and their connections and relationships. Fitness Programs Three state-of-the-art fitness facilities offer over 200 free group fitness classes toward health and well-being. In addition to group classes, members may take advantage of swimming pools, swim lessons and water fitness classes, basketball courts, basketball leagues, running tracks, personal training sessions, massage and a free fitness app!

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Fitness Locations are in the downtown, midtown, and uptown areas of Minneapolis.

The Downtown YWCA offers a full-service athletic facility in the heart of the city. Highlights of the Downtown YWCA are aquatics classes in the full-size pool, spacious gym with lots of state-of-the art equipment, newly renovated locker rooms and studio spaces and many training options.

The Midtown YWCA boasts an indoor water park, attached Minneapolis Sports Center with the Twin Cities’ largest indoor walking track, steam room and many individual and team training and fitness classes. At the Uptown YWCA, a walking/running track, coed whirlpool and sauna and wide range of fitness classes and pilates studio await! Other locations include: The Minneapolis Sports Center, with 50,000 square feet of space for games and practices, is co-located with the Midtown YWCA. YWCA Beacons Learning Center, a place for youth and families located at the Hmong International Academy in Minneapolis. YWCA Minneapolis’ Ruth Hawkins Center at North Commons, a place for summer programming for girls.

Child Care & Youth Programs

YWCA Minneapolis is the largest nationally NAEYC accredited nonprofit provider of early childhood education in Minnesota, boasting a Parent Aware rating that

exemplifies excellence and best practices used to prepare children for kindergarten. A unique and innovative anti-bias curriculum teaches children to understand and celebrate diversity.

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Six children's centers, serving children from infant to toddler to pre-school to school-age, include stimulating activities, nutritious food and a healthy environment in which to grow. Preschoolers who attend YWCA child care show 95% proficiency in rigorous school readiness indicators. Children from infant through kindergarten were 90% on-track with age appropriate development indicators. Equipping Girls and Youth for the Future YWCA Minneapolis offers afterschool programs that equip girls and youth to be learners, leaders and creators of change so that they graduate from high school ready for college and

careers. In schools, community centers and YWCA locations, professional youth workers inspire and challenge over 1,400 young people each year to achieve academic success, develop leadership skills and strengthen positive decision-making skills. Five high quality afterschool and summer programs use culturally responsive, research-based curriculum to meet the

needs of youth. A member organization of Girls, Incorporated, YWCA Minneapolis provides research-based programs supporting academic achievement, encouraging meaningful choices, and equipping girls to discover new skills, with secure, consistent evaluation of youth progress. YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest providers of out-of-school-time programs in Minneapolis. Racial Justice YWCA Minneapolis is dedicated to promoting racial equity by partnering with individuals, organization, and businesses. Believing that eliminating racism is everyone’s responsibility, the Racial Justice Department offers racial justice training, outreach, advocacy, education through many vehicles including a diversity and inclusion consulting business.

This community continues to have enormous gaps and we do need to have disproportionate investment where there is disproportionate need.

RT Rybak, 2014 It’s Time to Talk Keynote Speaker

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EVENTS YWCA Minneapolis hosts and sponsors numerous events throughout the year, including events that help support the organization’s mission, address issues of racism in the community, and provide athletic challenges to individuals and teams.

Annual Women's Triathlon

Each year more than 1,200 women participate in this race celebrating the strength of all women. The YWCA Minneapolis Women’s Triathlon is the only all-women and largest women's sprint triathlon in Minnesota.

It's Time to Talk: Forums on RaceTM

Honest conversation and powerful action. This event brings together diverse leaders from all sectors of the community for a life-changing reflection on the realities of racism and the opportunity to make meaningful change together. Circle of Women The Circle of Women fundraiser brings together women and girls to reflect and celebrate the positive impact that we can all make together. ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE The culture at the YWCA Minneapolis can be described as upbeat and mission-driven. Staff describe a warm and welcoming culture where groups are given autonomy to achieve their goals. Diversity is embraced, new ideas are welcomed and team members support each other with a shared passion for making a difference. PRESENTING THE POSITION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for the overall vision and strategy for the organization. Further, the CEO oversees all aspects of facilities and programs and works in concert with the leadership team to guide the organization. The CEO focuses on engaging and supporting the Board of Directors, representing and advocating for the mission of the organization, working with the board to create and execute the strategic direction for the organization’s growth and developing/maintaining key community partnerships.

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The CEO assists with fundraising strategy and engages with major donors, ensuring that the organization has adequate resources to support its work. Direct reports to the CEO are the Chief Financial Officer; Chief Advancement and Program Officer and Chief Operating Officer. The senior management team of the organization includes those leaders and the Vice President, Girls and Youth Programs; Vice President, Early Childhood Education; Vice President, Racial Justice and Public Policy; and Director of Marketing. At this time, YWCA Minneapolis has 580 staff members with an operating budget of $22.7 million and $42.7 million in assets. The unique financial model of the organization includes revenue from fitness memberships, fundraising and government funding. The organization recently completed a very successful $22.5 million capital campaign called Power to Soar. The benefits of this effort are already being seen through investment in updated Early Childhood Education programs, expanded Girls and Youth programs, public policy work, and major renovation of the Downtown YWCA facility. Plans are in place for a more modest Girls and Youth campaign that will bring added resources for important programs. A comprehensive strategic planning process is currently underway. THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE: Specific areas of responsibility and accountability include: Vision and Strategic Development

Directs continuous renewal of the vision and mission; rallies others around the shared vision of the organization.

Supports the YWCA Minneapolis mission and aligns all activities with the mission and strategic plan.

Nurtures a strong culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, inclusion and respect for racial and cultural diversity.

Leads a robust strategic planning process, with annual operating plans approved by the board and communicated with staff.

Board of Directors Engagement

Participates with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization and each program.

Serves on various Board Committees and monitors the work of all Committees.

Keeps the Board of Directors informed on financial matters, leadership matters, major programmatic matters and all factors that may pose opportunity or risk for the organization.

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Serves as the primary liaison to an active and engaged Board of Directors. Participates in Board development activities to continue the strength and commitment of the Board.

Collaborates and communicates regularly with the Chair of the Board and Board Executive Committee.

Community Partnerships and Advocacy

Serves as primary liaison with the YWCA national office. Represents and acts as the face of the organization to a variety of community

organizations. Builds and maintains significant relationships with corporate & government leaders. Gives presentations to groups of all sizes about the work and mission of the

organization, building awareness of the need for ongoing community support. Represents the organization to representatives of the media; proactively furthers the

brand and messaging from the organization. Fundraising

Responsible for the overall fundraising strategy of the organization.

Serves as major spokesperson for annual operating fund and capital campaigns.

Works with the Chief Advancement and Program Officer on high level major donor relationships and gifts.

Represents the organization at fundraising meetings and events. Team Leadership

Provides leadership for staff in maintaining a positive, mission-driven work environment that welcomes creativity and innovation.

Assures that staff members have access to on-going leadership and management development programs, designed to grow and expand their abilities.

Continues to lead a focus on organizational alignment and a continued movement toward a balanced culture of service and accountability.

Assists on an as-needed basis with the recruitment, interview and selection process of staff members that have the right skills and personal abilities to help further the organization's mission.

Works with senior management team to implement a performance management process for all staff which includes monitoring the performance of staff on an on-going basis and conducting an annual performance review.

Carefully considers the strategic deployment and development of staff and succession planning issues.

Oversees the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices.

Program and Operations Management Oversight

Leads staff in the continuous improvement of current programs.

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Develops and implements the programmatic direction of the organization as approved by the Board of Directors.

Oversees the evaluation of the organization's programs and services.

Manages risk and legal commitments for the organization.

Assure the organization's provision of high quality program services is consistent with Board policies and long standing community expectations.

Continually assess and explore opportunities for additional or expansion opportunities to further the mission.

Financial Planning and Management

Works with staff and the Finance Committee of the board to prepare a comprehensive fiscal year operating budget and capital budget and projections for the organization.

Ensures adequate funding to sustain and expand the mission of the organization.

Provides the board of directors with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditures of the organization.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate for this position is a charismatic executive who has an exceptional background in the business and/or non-profit sector and who has a passion for the mission of eliminating racism and empowering women and girls. A minimum of ten years of progressively increasing leadership experience is required. Prior experience will include: senior management, board governance, experience with financial management and fundraising. A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree is preferred.

The following qualities would be exemplified by the ideal candidate:

Stature and Credibility: Knowledge, experience and stature in the community which will have immediate credibility with the organization’s stakeholders.

Experience: Demonstrated expertise as a leader in organizations similar or larger in size and scope or a demonstrated combination of for-profit and non-profit leadership experience.

Fundraising: Success in developing, marketing and leading diverse fundraising initiatives, including annual giving, major gifts, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, grants, events, and capital campaigns, with quantifiable results that meet or exceed objectives; track record in the recruitment and development of boards and committees to support organizational objectives.

Public speaking: Meaningful experience with public speaking, telling the story of an organization, and seeking out opportunities to be visible in the community.

Effective communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills that

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demonstrate an ability to motivate others to action through influence. High level of cultural competency: Respect, interest and demonstrated leadership

related to diversity and inclusiveness, and experience building community-based partnerships toward the elimination of racism.

Leadership: Proven ability to develop and lead a high performing, collaborative and inclusive organization that exemplifies a passion and commitment to its mission. This is done through influencing, inspiring, mentoring, recognizing and development of staff and volunteers.

Engagement of Diverse Staff- It is critical that the candidate be able to create consensus and engage a diverse group at all levels and work toward common goals.

Management skills: Experience leading and managing complex projects, collaborative efforts, or community initiatives. Considerable operations experience in a complex, dynamic organization demonstrating strategic, operational and financial acumen.

Personal attributes: A passionate and enthusiastic but genuine demeanor, a capacity to build and maintain respectful and trusting relationships, and an ability to listen yet effectively negotiate and persuade.

High ethical standards and integrity: Impeccable ethics and highest integrity demonstrated in decisions and actions.

Additional desired personal attributes include:

Embrace change and welcome challenges

Cross-cultural sensitivity and fluency

Encourage and promote accountability at all levels

Impeccable judgment, discretion, confidentiality

Results orientation: strong bias for action, can-do attitude, focus on specific, ambitious goals

Demonstrates a sense of personal accountability for achieving results

Hard working and well organized

A strong desire to innovate and drive continuous improvement

Preference for transparent and collaborative management style

Exceptional presence, communication and relationship-building skills across a broad range of constituents

A relentless commitment to quality care and services

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PRESENTING THE TWIN CITIES OF MINNEAPOLIS AND ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul are a unique blend of small town and major cosmopolitan hub. Minneapolis is the larger and more commercial of the two cities, and Saint Paul, as the state capital, is home to state government and has a more historical vibe. According to GreaterMSP.com, the Twin Cities boasts the highest concentration of corporate headquarters in a major metro

area, a vibrant international community (126 languages and dialects are spoken in the region), and a broad range of cultural institutions, celebrating the diversity of the region. The population of the Greater MSP region (the 16-county Minneapolis-Saint Paul MSA) is well over 3.4 million and growing. Both cities share a common root of being river towns, and the outdoors is still a major attraction for residents and tourists alike to this day. In addition to the mighty Mississippi River, there are over 100 lakes (over 900 including the suburbs), over 250 parks, and miles of biking and walking trails. Nearly every weekend in the summer there are several outdoor events and festivals. MayDay Parade, Minneapolis Aquatennial, Festival of Nations, Cinco de Mayo, Twin Cities Pride Festival, St Paul Winter Carnival and Rondo Days are just a few of the many events that bring people out for food and fun.

The active lifestyle of Twin Cities’ residents doesn't lie dormant during the winter. There are miles of cross-country skiing trails, several downhill ski areas within an hour drive, ice skating, snowmobile riding, sledding, and ice fishing.

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For those who prefer activity of the spectator variety, the Twin Cities are home to the major sports teams: Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx, Minnesota United FC (soccer), and Minnesota Swarm (lacrosse). There is also a minor league baseball team, the Saint Paul Saints. The Twin Cities have hosted the World Series, Super Bowl, NCAA Basketball Finals, the USGA U. S. Open, the PGA Championship, and the Special Olympics. In 2014, Target Field was the setting for baseball's All-Star Game, and, in 2018, the Super Bowl will be played in the newly built state-of-the-art USBank stadium.

But the Twin Cities have more to offer than participatory and spectator sporting events. There are countless arts and culture offerings here. The Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra has a reputation as one of the top orchestras in the world. Since the early 1960s, the Guthrie Theatre has staged shows from the classical to the contemporary. Penumbra Theatre is a respected theatre showcasing productions that illuminate the African American experience. The award-winning Children’s Theatre delights children of all ages. Popular national shows and performers also tour through the Twin Cities year round at stages in both Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and at the University. Minneapolis’ Fringe Festival is the largest non-juried performing arts festival in the country. There are over 30 theatre venues, 10 dance companies, and 30 classical music groups in the cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul alone. Arts organizations like Intermedia Arts, Forecast Public Art, Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association, and The Minneapolis American Indian Center showcase a range of artists and media.

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For the museumgoer, there are over 60 museums in the Twin Cities. The Science Museum of Minnesota and the Minnesota Children's Museum (both in Saint Paul) are highly interactive learning and fun experiences for the entire family. The Minneapolis Institute of Arts has a collection of over 100,000 pieces. The Walker Art Center has been called "possibly the best contemporary art museum in the U. S." by Newsweek. The University of Minnesota's Weisman Art Museum is also a contemporary art destination.

Beyond the outdoor, sports, entertainment, and culture, perhaps the biggest attraction for the Twin Cities is the lifestyle. Forbes hailed Minneapolis and Saint Paul as the nation's healthiest cities. USA Today named Saint Paul as North America's "Most Romantic City." The Twin Cities offer award-winning restaurants, ethnic markets and artisan fare to delight the senses. Midtown Global Market and East Street are popular Minneapolis food destinations. In addition to the popular Mall of America, there are plenty of unique shopping districts in both cities and in the suburbs. COMPENSATION PACKAGE The executive compensation package for this CEO position is highly competitive and includes participation in the organization’s comprehensive benefits plan.

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