CEO, Bixby Chamber of Commerce

About the Bixby Chamber of Commerce

The Bixby Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice for the Bixby business community and beyond, with a healthy, committed culture and a genuinely strong staff. Following the tenure of a well-respected and accomplished CEO, the Chamber is entering its next chapter and is seeking a leader who can re-energize member engagement, sharpen the organization’s strategic direction, and build on a strong foundation without dismantling what has already been built.

The Opportunity

The Bixby Chamber of Commerce is seeking a confident, visible President & CEO to serve as the face of the organization — an excellent public speaker and relationship-builder with the organizational discipline to lead a lean staff, grow membership and revenue, and partner with the Board of Directors to set and execute real strategy. The ideal candidate combines a strong public presence with direct, organized leadership and the diplomatic skill to build consensus across a diverse community of stakeholders.

What You'll Do

•     Serve as the primary public face and advocate for the Chamber and its member businesses, representing and elevating the local business community.

•     Partner with the Board of Directors to develop annual strategic goals, track progress monthly, and benchmark performance against peer chambers.

•     Lead, mentor, and manage a small, lean staff — working alongside the team rather than over it, and without relying on heavy administrative support.

•     Drive membership growth and retention through active recruiting, sales, and relationship management, reversing recent membership decline.

•     Build and manage a budget that correlates with strategic and sales goals, and grow membership, sponsorships, and other revenue to support the Chamber’s mission.

•     Plan and deliver high-quality events and programming, securing strong speakers and ensuring members see clear value in their participation.

•     Elevate the Chamber’s marketing, communications, and social media presence to raise visibility for the organization and its members.

•     Cultivate and personally maintain relationships with the City of Bixby, Bixby Public Schools leadership, key long-time and larger Chamber members and sponsors, individual Board members, opinion leaders, and regional and state partners.

•     Be visible and “boots on the ground” - present at events, known personally by members and the community - not delegating relationship-building to staff.

What We're Looking For

•     A strong, engaging public speaker and communicator who can command a room and represent the Chamber with polish and warmth.

•     A consensus-builder and influencer who empowers volunteers and staff and brings people along rather than dictating direction.

•     A direct, organized leader comfortable confronting hard realities and collaborating with a Board that expects clear, hands-on guidance.

•     A collaborative team leader, not a micromanager, who is comfortable operating in a lean organization without heavy administrative support.

•     Professional and polished, while remaining approachable.

•     Chamber experience, ideally in Oklahoma.

•     Demonstrated sales, membership development, and revenue-generation experience.

•     Strategic planning experience, including goal setting, execution tracking, and peer benchmarking.

•     Financial acumen sufficient to build and manage an organizational budget.

•     Skilled in marketing, communications, and storytelling, including social media.

How Success Will Be Measured

•     Membership growth and retention, reversing recent decline.

•     Increased event attendance, with members reporting strong value for their time and investment.

•     Revenue and sponsorship growth that supports stated strategic goals.

•     Staff retention, professional growth, and a productive, accountable team.

•     Strong relationships with the City, regional partners, and community leaders.

•     Formal annual goals, tied to the strategic plan, tracked monthly and benchmarked against comparable chambers.

•     Visible trust built within the community during the first year, with clear evidence of care, competence, and forward motion.

Decision-Making Authority

The CEO leads the operations of the organization, and the Board of Directors has authority over budget approval, overall strategic direction, goal setting, CEO accountability, and community- and stakeholder-level strategic decisions.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this role to Shelley Cadamy at shelley@cadamyconsulting.com.

The Bixby Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer.