The Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next phase of growth, influence, and impact.
Nanaimo is one of Canada’s fastest-growing regions and consistently ranked among the country’s top cities for quality of life (#1 in BC, #2 in Canada). Known as The Harbour City, Nanaimo is a vibrant coastal community and the economic hub of central Vancouver Island. Nanaimo Chamber serves as a bridge and trusted partner to community stakeholders, the business and nonprofit sectors. Currently working with over 600 members annually, the Chamber is active and offers networking events as well as delivering key community events such as Members Open Golf Tournament, Commercial Street Night Market and the Nanaimo Business Awards.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Vancouver Island’s premier business institutions during a pivotal era of transition. The successful candidate will play a defining role in shaping how the Chamber champions business success, drives public policy, and secures the long-term prosperity of Nanaimo and the surrounding region. This role offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, alongside the unique opportunity to build a lasting institutional legacy.
THE ROLE
Reporting to a Board of Directors, the CEO is accountable for the Chamber’s overall performance, financial sustainability, impact and organizational leadership. This role requires a growth-minded and enthusiastic leader with strong political acumen, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build high-performing teams through coaching and mentorship. In this role, you are willing to rethink systems and processes and craft creative but practical solutions for a diverse and growing membership group.
The CEO serves as the leading voice for business and nonprofit sectors in Nanaimo, advancing policy, influencing decision-makers, and strengthening the Chamber’s relevance to members and the community.
This is a permanent and in-office role in Nanaimo, BC.
