President & CEO
- Johnston, IA
- Direct Hire - Full Time
- BH99561236
- Competitive
- Executive
- 4/29/2024
About the Opportunity
Iowa Bankers Association is seeking to select its next President and CEO to effectively lead the organization and its members and fulfill its mission.
Relationship Development & Cultivation
- Serve as the primary liaison for the IBA Board of Directors, and represent IBA with State and National Associations and other Partner Organizations.
- Represent the industry and association on various Boards of Directors, Committees, and Advisory Groups.
- Foster productive relationships with bankers, legislators, regulators, media representatives, and industry leaders to facilitate the exchange of best practices, ideas, and insights.
- Interact with regulatory bodies and industry associations to offer feedback on upcoming regulations, champion policies, and partner with diverse stakeholders to collaborate on shared obstacles and advocate for exemplary standards.
- Evaluate the needs of member groups and communicate association priorities through consistent member contact, visits, and meetings.
Advocacy & Stewardship
- Uphold high ethical standards and demonstrate integrity through honesty, transparency, and accountability within the association.
- Strive to elevate the reputation of the banking industry and highlight banks’ contributions to the economy through annual campaign coordination and other efforts.
- Represent and advocate for the banking industry with policymakers, media, and the public.
- Champion regulatory relief and serve as an advocate for member banks, actively promoting their interests within the financial sector.
- Serve as the principal representative for Iowa Bankers, leveraging expertise in political matters to advocate for policies that support fair, equitable, and transparent financial practices across institutions.
- Assist member banks in navigating regulatory demands and managing risks effectively.
- Remain current with regulatory changes, implementing policies and procedures to meet compliance requirements, and conducting audits to evaluate adherence to regulations.
Strategic Leadership
- Establish the vision and strategic direction for the association and its service companies.
- Serve as a visionary leader, inspiring and actively engaging both internal and external partners.
- Champion strategic development by identifying a clear vision for the organization and outlining long-term goals and objectives.
- Astute understanding and ability to forecast the evolving landscape of the banking industry, regulatory controls, and economic trends with the ability to adapt to changing times through innovative ideas and leadership.
- Lead IBA as an educational leader within the industry, providing valuable compliance training resources and educational programs.
- Direct strategic initiatives toward innovative approaches to add value proposition for our membership, ensuring member engagement surpasses 95%.
Financial and Operational Management
- Ability to translate complex financial issues so they are readily understood by a diverse audience (bankers, lawmakers, regulators, media, etc.).
- Strong understanding and working relationships with key team members within all 3 business segments of IBA.
- Supervise and manage the financial performance of the association, ensuring long-term financial stability and sustainability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 10+ years of related senior leadership experience.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and implement financial services, insurance, mortgage, securities, and regulatory compliance programs and services.
- Proficiency in assessing industry needs, with a demonstrated understanding of both industry trends and customer requirements.
- Demonstrated track record of effective communication skills.
- Evidence of successful collaborative leadership efforts.
- Proven expertise in business acumen.