Vice President, Association Management (Food & Nutrition)

About Kellen

Kellen stands as a global leader in providing management and services to professional and trade organizations. We empower Board leaders by offering operational frameworks and strategic guidance to better serve their organization's mission and vision.

As a dedicated professional services company, we offer solutions to organizations, such as Association Management, public affairs, marketing, meeting management, education, and strategic communication. Leveraging our expertise across diverse industries including healthcare, food and beverage, buildings and materials, and technology, as well as our global perspective with a presence in North America and Europe, we collaborate with over 100 organizations to help achieve their goals.

Understanding the importance of a strong and effective Board of Directors, we offer customized management solutions that address the unique needs of each organization we partner with.

Position Summary

Kellen's Vice Presidents (VPs) play a crucial role in leading the organization toward a successful, sustainable, and profitable future. Operating as Executive Client Leads and overseeing client portfolios, VPs are leaders in their assigned verticals. They oversee the implementation of client strategic plans, manage client budgeting and financials, track objectives and key results, and ensure efficient client operations. As organizational leaders, VPs focus on effective leadership, team building, management accountability, client satisfaction, and strategic communication.

Essential Functions

Management of Association Clients

• Collaborate with Board Presidents on association strategy.
• Direct member programs, campaigns for new members, and services.
• Identify potential industry partnerships for membership growth.
• Oversee client meetings, events, fundraising, marketing, and outreach efforts.
• Direct association finances and advise boards on adjustments and cost containment strategies.

Kellen Corporate-Level Responsibilities

• Act as a brand ambassador, representing Kellen and identifying new business opportunities.
• Identify speaking engagements to position oneself as a thought leader.
• Offer advisory feedback on corporate-level programs in HR, business development, and marketing.

Team Leadership

• Administer and manage department policies, procedures, and practices.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate employees.
• Provide guidance for employee development and overall department professionalism.
• Ensure client satisfaction, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for additional Kellen services.

Other duties that align with the mission and vision of the company as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communication, human resources, or related discipline preferred, with 10 to 12 years of experience.
• Association Management experience required; CAE certification preferred.
• Demonstrated operational, organizational, and leadership experience.
• Experience with financial management, budgeting, and oversight of organization-wide budgets ($2 MM - $5 MM or more).
• Polished communication and interpersonal skills, conflict resolution ability.
• Credibility building with all staff levels and effective relationship management.
• Strong planning and organization skills for managing multiple client relationships.
• Creative and strategic thinker with flexibility to manage change.
• Proactive and collaborative working style, experience with motivating a volunteer workforce.