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Why hire an executive? ↓

Skills to look for ↓

Resources for hiring ↓

You might hire an executive to:

  • Create and execute achievable business plans alongside the leadership team

  • Unify the organization through strong, shared values

  • Outline clear and actionable goals for the company

  • Lead the team to achieve goals by defining and executing strategy

  • Define what company success looks like, both short- and long-term

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Required Skills and qualifications Preferred skills and qualifications
8-10+ years experience with corporate management MBA or advanced degree in a business-related field
An innate entrepreneurial spirit Prior media training is a plus
A dynamic approach to goal-setting and strategy  
Demonstrated success in previous leadership roles  
Natural communication skills and the ability to command a room  
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