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Georgia
North Georgia's Gilmer County Chamber
Seeking President and Chief Executive Officer
(Ellijay, Georgia) Gilmer County business leaders have initiated an executive search for the next president and chief executive officer of the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce. This seasoned leader will be entrusted with the vision, management, and strategic positioning of the chamber. The Chason Group is leading the executive search for the organization.
Gilmer County, Georgia is located in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and offers endless entertainment opportunities. Gilmer County cities include Ellijay, East Ellijay and Cherry Log (unincorporated). Ellijay, the county seat, is known as the Apple Capital of Georgia, and every fall visitors flock to the apple houses for the festival, fun and food. Ellijay is also known as the Mountain Bike Capital of Georgia due to the incredible and vast biking trails in the area.
The Chamber serves as the Destination Marketing Organization for Gilmer County. With a budget of $2.5 million and professional team of 12, the organization is recognized for bringing various groups together to enhance the success of businesses in the area and quality of life of residents.
The President and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for all aspects of operations for the Gilmer Chamber and reports directly to the Board of Directors through an annually elected Chair. The professional provides vision, strategic direction, and management for the programs and personnel of the organization. The leader demonstrates expertise in collaboration, nonprofit governance and operations, financial management, tourism, marketing, public policy and advocacy, and community, economic, and workforce development.
For more information on the Gilmer Chamber position, please click here.
Gilmer County, Georgia is located in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and offers endless entertainment opportunities. Gilmer County cities include Ellijay, East Ellijay and Cherry Log (unincorporated). Ellijay, the county seat, is known as the Apple Capital of Georgia, and every fall visitors flock to the apple houses for the festival, fun and food. Ellijay is also known as the Mountain Bike Capital of Georgia due to the incredible and vast biking trails in the area.
The Chamber serves as the Destination Marketing Organization for Gilmer County. With a budget of $2.5 million and professional team of 12, the organization is recognized for bringing various groups together to enhance the success of businesses in the area and quality of life of residents.
The President and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for all aspects of operations for the Gilmer Chamber and reports directly to the Board of Directors through an annually elected Chair. The professional provides vision, strategic direction, and management for the programs and personnel of the organization. The leader demonstrates expertise in collaboration, nonprofit governance and operations, financial management, tourism, marketing, public policy and advocacy, and community, economic, and workforce development.
For more information on the Gilmer Chamber position, please click here.
Georgia
Executive Search for Greater Hall Chamber
President & Chief Executive Officer Underway
(Gainesville, Georgia) The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce has initiated a search for the President and Chief Executive Officer position. The Chason Group has been retained to assist the Chamber with the executive search.
The Chamber works closely with community leaders to advocate, educate, and connect members for the growth and development of the Hall County, Georgia area business community. With a budget of $2.3 million and a staff of 13 professionals, the Chamber serves as a voice for the business community. The Chamber, located in Gainesville, was founded in 1908 and serves the cities of Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Clermont, Gillsville, Lula, Braselton, and Buford.
Kit Dunlap, current President and CEO, is retiring after serving the organization for over 26 years. The Board of Directors is seeking a strong visionary to take the reins and build upon the successes gained during Dunlap's tenure. A competitive compensation package is offered for the President and Chief Executive Officer role, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement and more.
For the complete position announcement, please click here.
The Chamber works closely with community leaders to advocate, educate, and connect members for the growth and development of the Hall County, Georgia area business community. With a budget of $2.3 million and a staff of 13 professionals, the Chamber serves as a voice for the business community. The Chamber, located in Gainesville, was founded in 1908 and serves the cities of Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Clermont, Gillsville, Lula, Braselton, and Buford.
Kit Dunlap, current President and CEO, is retiring after serving the organization for over 26 years. The Board of Directors is seeking a strong visionary to take the reins and build upon the successes gained during Dunlap's tenure. A competitive compensation package is offered for the President and Chief Executive Officer role, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement and more.
For the complete position announcement, please click here.
Georgia
City of Canton Launches Search
for Economic Development Manager
(Canton, Georgia) The City of Canton has launched a search for an Economic Development Manager. The Chason Group has been retained to assist the city with the executive search.
The City of Canton Economic Development Manager works closely with community leaders to advocate, educate, and connect members for the growth and development of the city. The community is diverse in resources, and the types of industry it can accommodate. The location, education system, world class healthcare, people, and culture of the area make it a desirable place for businesses to land.
The City of Canton is the county seat for Cherokee County. The community is conveniently located off I-575, just South of the Blue Ridge Mountains which are viewable from the city. The area is a convenient drive to Atlanta and the offerings of the Metro Atlanta area. Canton is home to Northside Cherokee Hospital, that offers 332 beds, 1,400 physicians and employs more than 3,800 people. Northside Cherokee Hospital has been nominated as the most beautiful hospital by Soliant Health and offers cutting-edge technology for the community through continuous growth in the area.
For the complete position announcement, please click here.
The City of Canton Economic Development Manager works closely with community leaders to advocate, educate, and connect members for the growth and development of the city. The community is diverse in resources, and the types of industry it can accommodate. The location, education system, world class healthcare, people, and culture of the area make it a desirable place for businesses to land.
The City of Canton is the county seat for Cherokee County. The community is conveniently located off I-575, just South of the Blue Ridge Mountains which are viewable from the city. The area is a convenient drive to Atlanta and the offerings of the Metro Atlanta area. Canton is home to Northside Cherokee Hospital, that offers 332 beds, 1,400 physicians and employs more than 3,800 people. Northside Cherokee Hospital has been nominated as the most beautiful hospital by Soliant Health and offers cutting-edge technology for the community through continuous growth in the area.
For the complete position announcement, please click here.
South Carolina
Megan Morris Chosen to Lead
Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce
Megan Morris
(Beaufort, South Carolina – August, 2024) Megan Morris, a native Beaufortonian, has been chosen to lead the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. She has been serving as interim president since November 2023. The announcement was made by 2024 Chair Nick Mesenburg, Site Manager for MCAS Beaufort. The Chason Group led the executive search for the Beaufort Regional Chamber.
"The Board believes Megan has the ambition and energy to move the chamber to the next level of service for our members,” according to Mesenburg. “She is committed to building a team of professionals, internally and externally, to leading and to strengthening the partnerships between local, state, and national government officials. There are many opportunities ahead for Beaufort, and the chamber will be at the leadership table to be a part of the solutions.”
As a graduate of the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, Morris earned a degree in marketing with a minor in public relations. She currently serves as a member of the Carolina Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
For Morris' contact information, please click here. For a complete listing of active executive searches being led by TCG, please click here.
"The Board believes Megan has the ambition and energy to move the chamber to the next level of service for our members,” according to Mesenburg. “She is committed to building a team of professionals, internally and externally, to leading and to strengthening the partnerships between local, state, and national government officials. There are many opportunities ahead for Beaufort, and the chamber will be at the leadership table to be a part of the solutions.”
As a graduate of the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, Morris earned a degree in marketing with a minor in public relations. She currently serves as a member of the Carolina Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
For Morris' contact information, please click here. For a complete listing of active executive searches being led by TCG, please click here.
Alabama
Birmingham Business Alliance Seeking
VP of Economic Development for Metro Area
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(Birmingham, Alabama - July 2024) The Birmingham Business Alliance, the metro area's chamber of commerce, is seeking a Vice President of Economic Development. The Alliance is the economic development agency for the Greater Birmingham region. The seven counties represented by the BBA are Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, St. Clair, Shelby and Walker. TCG has been retained to lead the executive search for the BBA.
Specific responsibilities for the Vice President shall include new business recruitment, workforce development, and encouraging the expansion of existing businesses. The leader shall provide tactical guidance to the President, BBA Board, local governments, and other stakeholders; oversight of all daily operations and development, implementation, and maintenance of an economic development plan of action. The Vice President shall represent the BBA at meetings with clients, working with various partners, and facilitating collaborations that support job creation and economic prosperity. For the complete position announcement on BBA's Vice President of Economic Development position, please click here. |
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Alabama
Nan Baldwin, IOM Chosen as CEO of Hoover Area Chamber
Nan Baldwin
(Hoover, Alabama – July 2024) The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has unanimously chosen Nan Baldwin, a seasoned chamber executive, as their new Chief Executive Officer. She most recently served as the Birmingham Business Alliance’s Vice President, Chamber Operations, a position she has held since 2022. Nan was a member of the BBA team since 2009. The Chason Group led the executive search for the chamber.
“Nan has the passion, drive, and extensive knowledge to move the Hoover Area Chamber to a new level of service for our members and the community,” according to Tyler Lipe, Chair of the chamber’s Search Committee and Consumer Banking Manager, Senior Vice President at Regions Bank. “Her grasp of the issues facing businesses today is incredible. Nan has proven herself as a leader in the industry and someone who clearly can build teams and collaborate with other groups.”
As a US Chamber of Commerce Institute of Organization Management graduate, Baldwin also earned her Master of Arts in Public & Private Management from Birmingham - Southern College and Bachelor of Science – Commerce & Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from the University of Alabama.
“Excitement does not do justice to how I feel about becoming a part of the Hoover Area Chamber team,” Baldwin said. “The infrastructure for a solid business organization is already present. Along with the current internal team of professionals, the Board of Directors, and many other stakeholders in the community, I look forward to evaluating the existing initiatives the chamber has in place as well as building upon some new ideas that have been presented in the Elevate Hoover capital campaign strategic plan.”
For the complete position announcement and Baldwin's new contact information, please click here.
“Nan has the passion, drive, and extensive knowledge to move the Hoover Area Chamber to a new level of service for our members and the community,” according to Tyler Lipe, Chair of the chamber’s Search Committee and Consumer Banking Manager, Senior Vice President at Regions Bank. “Her grasp of the issues facing businesses today is incredible. Nan has proven herself as a leader in the industry and someone who clearly can build teams and collaborate with other groups.”
As a US Chamber of Commerce Institute of Organization Management graduate, Baldwin also earned her Master of Arts in Public & Private Management from Birmingham - Southern College and Bachelor of Science – Commerce & Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from the University of Alabama.
“Excitement does not do justice to how I feel about becoming a part of the Hoover Area Chamber team,” Baldwin said. “The infrastructure for a solid business organization is already present. Along with the current internal team of professionals, the Board of Directors, and many other stakeholders in the community, I look forward to evaluating the existing initiatives the chamber has in place as well as building upon some new ideas that have been presented in the Elevate Hoover capital campaign strategic plan.”
For the complete position announcement and Baldwin's new contact information, please click here.
North Carolina
Deathe Selected for Asheboro-Randolph
Chamber President & CEO Position
Adam Deathe
(Asheboro, North Carolina – July 2024) The Asheboro-Randolph County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has unanimously selected Adam Deathe as their new president and chief executive officer. He most recently served as president of Warroad Community Development in Warroad, Minnesota and begins his tenure in Asheboro this week. The Chason Group led the executive search process for the chamber.
The new chamber leader is recognized for his communication skills and experience as a marketer and collaborator. Deathe’s abilities to move an organization to the next level of service, as well as his enthusiasm and energy, were key skill sets and traits that matched the chamber’s profile required of candidates interested in the position.
In 2014, Adam became Manager of the Durham Business Improvement District in Durham, England. He focused his efforts on the creation of brands and events to develop and promote the city as well as championing partnerships working with city stakeholders. In 2021, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia to work as Director of Business Development for Avid Wealth Management Group LLC. With the Warroad Community Development, Deathe led initiatives to develop a more sustainable and vibrant community for Warroad’s citizens and visitors. This led to the development of Warroad Point Regional Park and other public access areas.
For the complete announcement and Deathe's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of The Chason Group's active executive searches, please click here.
The new chamber leader is recognized for his communication skills and experience as a marketer and collaborator. Deathe’s abilities to move an organization to the next level of service, as well as his enthusiasm and energy, were key skill sets and traits that matched the chamber’s profile required of candidates interested in the position.
In 2014, Adam became Manager of the Durham Business Improvement District in Durham, England. He focused his efforts on the creation of brands and events to develop and promote the city as well as championing partnerships working with city stakeholders. In 2021, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia to work as Director of Business Development for Avid Wealth Management Group LLC. With the Warroad Community Development, Deathe led initiatives to develop a more sustainable and vibrant community for Warroad’s citizens and visitors. This led to the development of Warroad Point Regional Park and other public access areas.
For the complete announcement and Deathe's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of The Chason Group's active executive searches, please click here.
London Mainor Joins The Chason Group
Executive Search Team
London Mainor
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London Mainor, an experienced marketing and public relations professional, has joined The Chason Group executive search team. She will be serving as Vice President of Business Development.
"I am very excited to have London joining our team," Tim Chason, President and CEO, said. "She brings a wealth of knowledge to our model in terms of marketing TCG's executive search services to chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, foundations, destination marketing organizations, and other non-profits. One of her primary roles will be to work with professionals considering a move from one executive level position to another."
London began her love of business development in Savannah, Georgia where she served as Vice President of Public Relations for outpatient rehab company, Spine & Sport. While working with Spine & Sport, London expanded her team of two to six marketing and public relations professionals and helped grow the company from two locations to six locations.
She served as the Service Line Marketing Account Executive for Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, Georgia for four years before moving to the role of Executive Director of Terrell County Chamber of Commerce in rural Georgia. London implemented programs such as digital marketing education for members and re-implemented Leadership Terrell. In her position she was also responsible for Economic Development and the Visitors Bureau for Terrell County. London participated in the Annual Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s Georgia Quail Hunt each year which helped showcase the area of Southwest Georgia to potential businesses looking to locate in the state of Georgia.
Upon returning to North Georgia to her hometown of Cartersville, London began working for PruittHealth, developing relationships with the community and referral sources to grow the market.
London is a graduate of Georgia Southern University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing with a minor in public relations. She earned her Master of Business Administration from Kennesaw State, Coles College of Business with a focus on marketing.
"I am very excited to have London joining our team," Tim Chason, President and CEO, said. "She brings a wealth of knowledge to our model in terms of marketing TCG's executive search services to chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, foundations, destination marketing organizations, and other non-profits. One of her primary roles will be to work with professionals considering a move from one executive level position to another."
London began her love of business development in Savannah, Georgia where she served as Vice President of Public Relations for outpatient rehab company, Spine & Sport. While working with Spine & Sport, London expanded her team of two to six marketing and public relations professionals and helped grow the company from two locations to six locations.
She served as the Service Line Marketing Account Executive for Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, Georgia for four years before moving to the role of Executive Director of Terrell County Chamber of Commerce in rural Georgia. London implemented programs such as digital marketing education for members and re-implemented Leadership Terrell. In her position she was also responsible for Economic Development and the Visitors Bureau for Terrell County. London participated in the Annual Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s Georgia Quail Hunt each year which helped showcase the area of Southwest Georgia to potential businesses looking to locate in the state of Georgia.
Upon returning to North Georgia to her hometown of Cartersville, London began working for PruittHealth, developing relationships with the community and referral sources to grow the market.
London is a graduate of Georgia Southern University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing with a minor in public relations. She earned her Master of Business Administration from Kennesaw State, Coles College of Business with a focus on marketing.
Georgia
Development Authority of Appling County Selects
Matt Carter for President and CEO Position
Matt Carter
(Baxley, Georgia – June 2024) The Development Authority of Appling County has selected Matt Carter, a professional economic developer with years of experience, as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer. The announcement was made this week by David Douglas, chair of the authority and owner of Matrix Cabinets in Baxley. The Chason Group led the executive search for the development authority.
Carter has served as executive director of the Pierce County Industrial Development Authority in Blackshear, Georgia since July 2011. He is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and earned his Certified Economic Developer certificate from the University of Georgia.
Carter is replacing John Henry who spent almost two years with the economic development organization before relocating last fall to his hometown of Sylvania in Screven County, Georgia to take a similar position and be closer to family.
For Carter's complete announcement and his new contact information, please click here.
Carter has served as executive director of the Pierce County Industrial Development Authority in Blackshear, Georgia since July 2011. He is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and earned his Certified Economic Developer certificate from the University of Georgia.
Carter is replacing John Henry who spent almost two years with the economic development organization before relocating last fall to his hometown of Sylvania in Screven County, Georgia to take a similar position and be closer to family.
For Carter's complete announcement and his new contact information, please click here.
Northwest Georgia
Sarah Bradfield Named Executive Director of esp Rome
Sarah Bradfield
(Rome, Georgia / June 2024) esp, Inc. has named Sarah Bradfield of Rome as Executive Director for esp Rome. She will manage strategic implementation of the organization’s programs, operations and fundraising specific to Rome. The announcement was made by esp Chief Executive Officer Laura Hope Whitaker. The Chason Group led the executive search for esp.
esp exists to create transformative experiences for people with disabilities and their families, changing communities for the better. The non-profit group recently purchased a facility at 1818 Kingston Highway in Rome and received special zoning approval from the Floyd County Board of Commissioners.
Bradfield most recently served as the Executive Director of Advancement at Georgia Highlands College where she provided oversight for institutional advancement for the Georgia Highlands College Foundation. Other positions she has held include Director of Development and Alumni at Shorter University and as Director of Development for the Boys and Girls Club of Northwest Georgia. As a classroom teacher earlier in her career, Bradfield developed a program for students with intellectual disabilities and was the Director of Special Education at a Rome City middle school.
For the complete announcement and Ms. Bradfield's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of TCG's current executive searches, please click here.
esp exists to create transformative experiences for people with disabilities and their families, changing communities for the better. The non-profit group recently purchased a facility at 1818 Kingston Highway in Rome and received special zoning approval from the Floyd County Board of Commissioners.
Bradfield most recently served as the Executive Director of Advancement at Georgia Highlands College where she provided oversight for institutional advancement for the Georgia Highlands College Foundation. Other positions she has held include Director of Development and Alumni at Shorter University and as Director of Development for the Boys and Girls Club of Northwest Georgia. As a classroom teacher earlier in her career, Bradfield developed a program for students with intellectual disabilities and was the Director of Special Education at a Rome City middle school.
For the complete announcement and Ms. Bradfield's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of TCG's current executive searches, please click here.
Georgia
Development Authority of Bryan County
Initiates Search For Chief Executive Officer
(Pembroke, Georgia) The Development Authority of Bryan County, Georgia has initiated an executive search for a Chief Executive Officer. The economic development organization, which has truly experienced unprecedented success in the last three years, is the point of contact for new and expanding businesses.
Located in the peach state’s coastal region, Bryan County is home to the Hyundai Motor Group’s ‘Metaplant”. The $7.6 billion factory will blend artificial intelligence, robotics, and human labor for a “smart factory” – putting the meta into a “Metaplant”. Electric vehicle and battery production is scheduled to begin in Q4 2024 and employ approximately 8,500 workers at full build-out. Several supply companies have already chosen sites and are under construction in the region with many others expected.
The Chason Group (www.thechasongroup.com) has been retained by the Authority to lead the executive search process. To review the complete position announcement, please click here.
Located in the peach state’s coastal region, Bryan County is home to the Hyundai Motor Group’s ‘Metaplant”. The $7.6 billion factory will blend artificial intelligence, robotics, and human labor for a “smart factory” – putting the meta into a “Metaplant”. Electric vehicle and battery production is scheduled to begin in Q4 2024 and employ approximately 8,500 workers at full build-out. Several supply companies have already chosen sites and are under construction in the region with many others expected.
The Chason Group (www.thechasongroup.com) has been retained by the Authority to lead the executive search process. To review the complete position announcement, please click here.
Georgia
Stacey Gross Named Director of Tourism
Development for Forsyth Chamber
Stacey Gross
(Cumming, Georgia – March 2024) Stacey Gross has been named Director of Tourism Development for the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce’s tourism development entity, Discover FOCO.
Discover FOCO is the outsourced visitor investment development service for the City of Cumming and Forsyth County governments. The Chason Group assisted the Forsyth Chamber in the executive search.
Gross previously served as Event Coordinator for the City of Johns Creek. She earned a BBA in Organizational Management from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. Previous positions she has held include serving as Executive Director of the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau and operated her own business.
For the complete position announcement and Gross' new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
Discover FOCO is the outsourced visitor investment development service for the City of Cumming and Forsyth County governments. The Chason Group assisted the Forsyth Chamber in the executive search.
Gross previously served as Event Coordinator for the City of Johns Creek. She earned a BBA in Organizational Management from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. Previous positions she has held include serving as Executive Director of the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau and operated her own business.
For the complete position announcement and Gross' new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
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South Carolina
Jim Tunison Selected for
Aiken Chamber President & CEO Position
Jim Tunison
(Aiken, South Carolina – March 2024) The Aiken Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has unanimously selected Jim Tunison as their next president and chief executive officer. For the past five years, he has been serving as the director of membership services for the business organization. The Chason Group was retained by the Aiken Chamber to lead the executive search.
Tunison is replacing David Jameson who served the Aiken Chamber for 18 years before retiring at the end of February.
The 29-year-old Tunison is a graduate of Misericordia University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. He has also completed his first year of US Chamber Institute for Organization Management. Institute is designed to enhance individual performance, elevate professional standards, and recognize association, chamber of commerce, and other nonprofit professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of nonprofit management.
"Jim has the experience as a chamber leader, collaborator, and energy the search committee was looking for to fill the position,” according to Charlie Hartz, volunteer chair of the chamber and owner of Village Café and Scenthound. “He is a confident professional who has the enthusiasm required to move our 5-star chamber to a new level of service for the membership and community. Jim understands the local issues and has proven himself as someone who is committed to making a positive difference in the community.”
For the complete position announcement and Tunison's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
Tunison is replacing David Jameson who served the Aiken Chamber for 18 years before retiring at the end of February.
The 29-year-old Tunison is a graduate of Misericordia University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. He has also completed his first year of US Chamber Institute for Organization Management. Institute is designed to enhance individual performance, elevate professional standards, and recognize association, chamber of commerce, and other nonprofit professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of nonprofit management.
"Jim has the experience as a chamber leader, collaborator, and energy the search committee was looking for to fill the position,” according to Charlie Hartz, volunteer chair of the chamber and owner of Village Café and Scenthound. “He is a confident professional who has the enthusiasm required to move our 5-star chamber to a new level of service for the membership and community. Jim understands the local issues and has proven himself as someone who is committed to making a positive difference in the community.”
For the complete position announcement and Tunison's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
Georgia
Cheney Eldridge Chosen to Lead
Economic Development in Columbia County
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(Evans, Georgia – February 2024) The Development Authority of Columbia County (DACC) has selected Cheney Eldridge, an economic development professional in the region, as the professional to serve as executive director. The announcement was made by Rick Evans of SME CPAs and Chair of the DACC Board. Eldridge’s first day at the authority is scheduled for March 4.
The Chason Group, a firm specializing in economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, tourism, and non-profit executive searches, assisted the authority in the executive search process. “Cheney is an excellent candidate to serve as the next executive director of DACC,” according to Evans. “Her expertise and energy in the field of economic development will mix well with the needs of our community in terms of existing companies and new developments. She is known in the region and on the state level as someone who is pro-active and focused.” For the complete position announcement and Eldridge's new contact information effective March 4, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here. |
Cheney Eldridge
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Chris Doane Selected to Lead Southern Conservation Trust
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(Fayetteville, Georgia – February 2024) The Board of Directors of Southern Conservation Trust (SCT) has unanimously selected Chris Doane, a dedicated and proven conservation enthusiast, as their new President and Chief Executive Officer. The announcement was made by James Yates, Chair of the Board and Senior Construction Manager for Comcast. The Chason Group assisted SCT with the search process.
Doane most recently served as President and Creative Director for The Crezent Agency in Newnan, Georgia. The award-winning marketing agency offers a broad range of consulting services to a diverse client base. Doane and his team consulted for multiple international brands and hundreds of small businesses including Hella, Duracell, Yanmar, and Piedmont Hospital. Previously, he held positions with Atlanta American Corporation, Paxton Media Group, and Flint River College. “A lifelong aspiration of mine has been to positively influence my community,” Doane says. “Aligning with organizations focused on outdoor recreation, conservation, outdoor programming, and health and wellness has been my chosen path. My passion for adopted initiatives is reflected in tangible actions and measurable results. The position with Southern Conservation Trust resonates with my interests, successes, and achievements.” For the complete position announcement and Doane's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here. |
Chris Doane
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Craig Portwood Named Executive Director of esp Athens
Craig Portwood
(Watkinsville, Georgia / February 2024) esp, Inc. has named Craig Portwood, a senior management professional with experience in not-for-profit organizations, as the new executive director for esp Athens. He will oversee strategic implementation of esp’s programs, operations and fundraising specific to Athens. The announcement was made by esp Chief Executive Officer Laura Hope Whitaker and Chief People Officer Ashley Stewart.
The Chason Group was retained by esp Athens to lead the executive search process.
The executive position was recently developed under a new model of operations for the organization. Whitaker has been serving in the role and now will transition to spend more of her energies growing esp on a national level. Three other fully operational sites are planned for 2024 in Georgia.
Portwood most recently served as associate vice president of alumni and main campus operations at Georgia Military College in Milledgeville, Georgia. He has also held the director of alumni and community engagement and director of development positions with the college.
For the complete position announcement and Portwood's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
The Chason Group was retained by esp Athens to lead the executive search process.
The executive position was recently developed under a new model of operations for the organization. Whitaker has been serving in the role and now will transition to spend more of her energies growing esp on a national level. Three other fully operational sites are planned for 2024 in Georgia.
Portwood most recently served as associate vice president of alumni and main campus operations at Georgia Military College in Milledgeville, Georgia. He has also held the director of alumni and community engagement and director of development positions with the college.
For the complete position announcement and Portwood's new contact information, please click here. For a listing of current executive searches underway by TCG, please click here.
