Interim Potawatomi Ventures Board Member

1 week ago


Milwaukee, WI, United States Potawatomi Ventures Full time
Role Description:

As directed by the Forest County Potawatomi Community's Executive Council, the Potawatomi Ventures Board Member will support the work of Potawatomi Ventures and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by Potawatomi Ventures' Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Board Member and CEO relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board Member is both critical and expected.

The interim period will last until October 2026, at which point the candidate may be considered for reappointment to fulfill the remaining year of the position ending November 2027. Board members will be considered eligible for re-appointment once the three-year term is complete. Board meetings are held monthly, or as needed. Committee meetings will be held in coordination with full board meetings. Board Members are compensated for their efforts.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO through development and implementation of Potawatomi Ventures strategic plan.
  • Define CEO's responsibilities. Provide guidance and support to improve the overall performance of the CEO.
  • Review outcomes and metrics created by Potawatomi Ventures for evaluation of its impact, performance, and effectiveness.
  • Approve Potawatomi Ventures' annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed and/or meeting all legal and fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Partner with the CEO and other board members to ensure that board resolutions are carried out.
  • Represent Potawatomi Ventures to stakeholders and act as an ambassador for the organization.
  • Formulate the rules of governance, establishing the methods for oversight and determining an outcome.
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or closely related field
  • Master's degree or MBA preferred
  • Native American preference
Skills and Experience
  • At least 5 years' experience in business management, or in government leadership is preferred
  • Awareness about evolving trends specifically in finance and business is imperative


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