Area Manager, Canada East

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization is looking for dynamic business professional to join our team as the Area Manager reporting to the Director, Canada. The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) – for entrepreneurs only – is a global community that enriches members’ lives through direct peer-to-peer learning, connections to experts and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. EO is the catalyst that enables entrepreneurs to learn from each other, leading to greater business success and an enriched personal life. For more information visit www.eonetwork.org.

Entrepreneur Organization’s Staff Core Principles

At EO, the staff takes pride in our work, and it shows in everything we do. To reflect our unique culture, we embrace and embody six essential core principles:

Teamwork: working together to achieve excellence

Trust & respect: displaying and rewarding integrity

Creativity: the possibilities are endless

Professionalism: lead, learn and live by example

Fun: lighten up, live it up, laugh it up!

Service: world class services to the EO community

The Area Manager will assist in the health and growth of the Canadian region at EO in two main areas:

The Area Manager assists in creating healthy, growing chapters that consistently deliver the EO brand to their members. The Area manager will provide guidance to the chapters, chapter leadership and the Regional Council members consistent with the mission and vision statements of the Global Organization. The Chapter Manager will advise chapter board officers on standard chapter operations and best practices.

The planning and delivery of EO events throughout the Canadian region including the coordination of event budgets, registrations, and contract compliance. Responsibilities also include supporting chapter learning, Regional Council Support, and GLC management and support as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of one area chapters (5-8), building relationships and helping to provide a valuable member experience

Identify strategies to promote membership growth and retention; proactively seeking solutions to boost member interest

Act as the main point of contact for all chapter leaders, working with them to resolve all questions and concerns

Provide clear and concise communication regarding the direction and requirements of the Global Organization to the chapters

Advocate needs of the chapters to Global organization

Promote EO Global initiatives

Aid in chapter strategic planning and execution during annual summit meetings, monthly area calls, and other scheduled chapter events

Ensure proper representation of the EO Brand by local chapters.

Required:

5-7 years business experience

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Familiar with MS Office and Adobe

Able to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work well in a team environment

Ability to travel approximately 20%

Preferred:

Fluent in French

3-5 years direct membership/chapter relations experience

Non-profit/association experience

Account management skills

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills – must be able to speak publically in front of small and large groups.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to change quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.

Strong interest in entrepreneurism, previous experience as an entrepreneur a plus

To Apply: Submit resumes for consideration. Please place “Area Manager” in the subject.

EO is an Equal Opportunity Employer