CEO

Waseyabek Development Company • Grand Rapids, MI • 2h ago

Position Title Chief Executive Officer Supervisor Was yabek Board of Directors Contract Title/Labor Category Was yabek Department/Contract & Location Corporate Office FLSA Status Exempt Job Family Executive Team Supervisory Position Y Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time

Mission

Was yabek Development Company, LLC (WDC) is wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), a federally recognized Indian Tribe. WDC is committed to fostering the development of a stable, diversified economy for the Band which will contribute to its long-term wealth and economic self-sufficiency while managing risk and creating quality employment opportunities.

Position SummaryThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the senior executive leader of Was yabek, a 100% Tribally owned holding company, and is accountable for establishing the organization's vision, strategic direction, and long-term value creation. The CEO provides enterprise leadership across a diversified portfolio of companies while honoring the Tribe's Seven Grandfather Teachings, culture, and economic development objectives.As the primary outward-facing executive, the CEO cultivates and maintains trusted relationships with the Tribal Council, Board of Directors, Tribal Membership, business partners, government agencies, investors, lenders, and other strategic stakeholders. The CEO serves as the principal spokesperson for the organization and ensures the company's mission, strategy, and performance are communicated with transparency and integrity.The CEO is ultimately accountable for the overall performance of the holding company, including strategic growth, capital allocation, organizational capability, governance, and enterprise risk management. Working closely with the COO and executive leadership team, the CEO establishes enterprise priorities while empowering operational leaders to execute effectively.Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership

Establish and communicate a clear long-term vision and enterprise strategy aligned with priorities and economic development goals, as captured in 1-yr and 5-yr strategic plans and budgets.

Lead the identification, evaluation, acquisition, development, and growth of portfolio companies.

Ensure disciplined capital allocation across investments, operating companies, and strategic initiatives.

Monitor market trends and emerging opportunities to strengthen the organization's long-term competitiveness.

Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Governance & Stakeholder Relations

Serve as the primary liaison to the Tribal Council, Board of Directors, and Tribal Membership.

Build trusted relationships with external partners, financial institutions, government agencies, industry leaders, and strategic allies.

Ensure timely, transparent, and meaningful communication regarding company strategy, performance, risks, and opportunities.

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