ORGANIZATION Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities

POSITION Chief Executive Officer

BRIEF Ballinger Leafblad is pleased to conduct a retained executive search for CEO at Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities in , .

www.ballingerleafblad.com ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW For 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities has has created and supported mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. During the last century, almost half a million Twin Cities young people have had their lives changed through Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) has done this by creating meaningful, purposeful, relationships between adult volunteers and children in the Twin Cities. Nearly 90% of the youth served come from low-income households, and three-quarters are from non-two-parent households. It has never been more vital to break the cycle of poverty in Minnesota and provide equal access to opportunities.

The organization is part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the most respected mentoring organization in the world, serving youth in all 50 states and 12 countries. BBBS Twin Cities consistently ranks as one of the highest-performing Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies in the country and the largest and oldest mentoring agency in the region, serving the Twin Cities metro 2019 region, including Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington counties. AT A GLANCE

The agency's committed staff of over 45 professionals recently moved to a new facility in North Minneapolis, more conveniently located to many of the children and families they serve. 89% 664 3,730 High School Graduation New Matches Youth Served Rate

2 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW, cont. 2018-2022 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities has a strong history Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities celebrated its 100-year and existing infrastructure which has contributed to the anniversary in 2020. In order to meet the changing needs of the organization's success: Twin Cities region, the organization has outlined five strategic • 100 years of igniting, empowering and defending the power of priorities to guide its growth and success: youth in the Twin Cities -- with over 3,750 young people served Goal 1: Impact more youth. every year, and growing BBBS will grow its mentoring and youth development programs • A consistent Top 10% ranking within over 250 Big Brothers Big by expanding beyond 1:1 relationships to include the variety of Sisters agencies nationwide life skills young people need to overcome adversity, succeed • A leading partner in mentoring, known for solutions and academically and reach their full potentials. proven outcomes in addressing challenges affecting youth • Over 45 passionate professional staff Goal 2: Help volunteers grow. • Dedicated board of directors By enhancing volunteer training and personal growth • The most tested and evaluated mentoring model used to opportunities, BBBS will build a diverse network of mentors match Bigs and Littles who are better prepared and proud to ignite the potential of • Trained match support professionals who work with Bigs, Twin Cities youth. Littles and families to support relationships, troubleshoot issues and assure safety and expert Education & Enrichment Goal 3: Demonstrate success, provide value. staff helping Littles achieve success after high school BBBS will continue to be the leader in mentoring and youth • Cohesive partnerships with leading academic institutions and development through its positive impact on youth, families and school systems in the region. community, and will also attract sufficient community investment to support additional growth. Goal 4: Create a model workplace. A healthy organizational culture, high staff morale and increased employee retention will strengthen BBBS’ overall impact on its stakeholders. Goal 5: Transform community. BBBS will leverage the power of mentoring to create a more just, equitable, connected and caring community.

CULTURE The organization strives for an employee culture that is...

Inclusive Transparent Collaborative Impactful Innovative Connected Caring Inspiring 3 VALUES VISION MISSION

Safety All children achieve their full Create and support mentoring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion potential. relationships that ignite the Life Changing Relationships power and promise of youth. Continuous Learning & Improvement Stewardship

CAPITALCAMPAIG N ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES In 2019, BBBS launched a $5 million Capital Campaign for the Safety is the highest priority: For the young people in the purchase and renovation of a 18,266 square-foot permanent programs, volunteers and staff. BBBS uses evidence-based building. The new facility, owned by BBBS, a visually inspiring criteria to make and support safe, life-changing matches that hub located in North Minneapolis, is closer to many of the protect the physical and emotional well-being of the Littles. families the organization serves. Staff began moving in at year- BBBS puts safety first, always ensuring the systems, processes end. and personnel are in place to properly support program participants and staff. With this new facility, BBBS will amplify its programming, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: BBBS is committed to engaging a streamline service delivery, reach more youth, and strengthen diverse volunteer network, workforce, and board of directors, community. creating inclusive work spaces and programs, and contributing to a more just and equitable community. Life-Changing Relationships: BBBS promises to support positive, life-changing relationships for Littles, Bigs, donors, employees, and community partners. Program participants are engaged in the design, delivery and evaluation of new and existing initiatives with a commitment to developing relationships before developing new programs. Continuous Learning & Improvement: BBBS values an environment of continuous learning and improvement that makes space in its processes and programs for inquiry, research and innovation; and in young people, volunteers and staff, creating opportunities that support personal growth. Stewardship: BBBS strives to efficiently and effectively use funds to achieve its mission, balancing the need to expend the majority of its funds on current programs with the need to invest in the infrastructure and administrative capacity necessary to carry out its mission over the long-term. The organization holds itself to the highest ethical standards of financial transparency and 4 responsible use of its resources. PROGRAMS The Teen Program empowers youth 13 and older to successfully The organization's suite of programs include traditional and complete high school and achieve success as they explore post- newer offerings, and currently are: Community-Based 1-to-1 secondary options in continuing education, training and Mentoring, Group Mentoring and Teen Programming. BBBS has employment aligned with their interests. A year-round calendar pivoted to deliver these programs virtually during the pandemic of field trips, workshops and activities introduces teens to to keep volunteers, children, families, and staff safe. college access, workforce readiness and healthy lifestyle topics. Community-Based 1-to-1 Mentoring Individually tailored, one-to-one assistance helps Littles Community-Based mentoring is the traditional Big Brothers Big successfully learn about their options and pursue their dreams. Sisters one-to-one mentoring model. Caring adult mentors (Bigs) are matched with children between the ages of 8 and 12 (Littles) to provide support, guidance, and friendship. Once a match has been made, Bigs and Littles spend time together two-four times each month engaged in activities they both enjoy such as riding bikes, visiting museums, playing board games, or simply hanging out. Activities can take place on weekends, evenings or after school. Each match is unique and develops a schedule that works for them. Site-Based Group Mentoring In these programs, matched Bigs and Littles meet at the same site each time, usually the Little's school or the Big's workplace. They spend time together doing activities such as games, crafts, or homework. In Site-Based programming, small groups of Bigs and Graduation Coaches Program Littles get together for facilitated programs or projects. Big Brothers Big Sisters expanded its high school mentoring Teen Programming efforts to include the Graduation Coaches Program in By the time they are high school seniors, Littles are already Minneapolis Public Schools for the 2019-2020 academic year. significantly more likely to graduate than their non-mentored Graduation coaches mentor and guide students in building the skills and confidence they need to be successful in high school peers. They have better relationships with their family and and beyond. peers, and they are less likely to engage in risky behavior. The program focuses on building academic confidence and study skills, developing healthy peer relationships, strengthening self-advocacy skills, and helping students feel more connected to school, with the specific goal of developing meaningful post-graduation plans for careers and post- secondary education.

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Free Arts Programs Big Brothers Big Sisters introduced its Free Arts in 2018, acquiring the programs previously provided through Free Arts Minnesota. These programs provide more than 1,000 youth in challenging circumstances a safe place for expression and self-discovery.

The Free Arts Programs are as follows:

Weekly Mentorship pairs adult mentors with youth who may experience poverty, homelessness, abuse or mental illness to explore creative arts. Through artistic expression Free Art Days occur at Big Brothers Big Sisters and partner and the support of mentors, youth can unlock their agencies throughout the year. Corporate or group sponsors creativity, providing an hour of respite each week from their bring in a team of volunteers and each is paired one on one with daily experiences. a child as an art buddy. Youth and their art buddies spend the day creating art together, sharing lunch and participating in a fun interactive arts activity.

CREATE Workshop is available at transitional partner sites where youth are not permanently enrolled or housed. Youth work side-by-side with Free Arts mentors to explore a specific style or theme in art on a semi-regular basis rather than every week. This allows more flexibility while also providing an opportunity for engagement in their community.

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The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is a visionary leader giving direction to the organization, and upholding the agency’s philosophy and mission while achieving its strategy, annual objectives and goals. The CEO oversees a staff of over 45 professionals, a budget of over $5 million and a collection of successful, innovative programs. The new leader will follow current CEO Michael Goar who has led the organization for almost five years, and who recently accepted the role of CEO at Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis. The CEO will have a passion for serving children and youth, along with a belief in the transformative power of mentoring. He or she will uphold and enhance a positive culture of teamwork, support collaboration among staff; build and maintain long-term relationships with stakeholders including donors and foundations, businesses, elected officials, community leaders, other nonprofits and the media; be active in community outreach and external relations on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters and maintain a positive and active profile. Responsibilities of the role include strategic planning, Board of Directors collaboration, organizational development and leadership, fundraising and resource development, marketing, program management and financial oversight. The ideal leader will have strong interpersonal skills, a professional, enthusiastic, genuine personality, effective communication skills, a capacity to build and maintain respectful and trusting relationships and an ability to engage in productive, meaningful conversations with the community.

Essential Responsibilities Establish a consistent vision and mission, and develop strategies and objectives to achieve the mission • Work with the board of directors to develop a shared vision for the future of the organization. • Build understanding around the mission and develop appropriate objectives, goals and long-range strategies to advance that mission. Match strong operational practices with good governance practices.

Be a positive and engaged leader of staff, creating an inclusive, transparent and collaborative work environment • Provide direction, guidance, coaching and development to a committed staff. • Actively engage in human resources matters, working toward a culture of high trust and collective outcomes. • Oversee the organization with the highest level of ethics and integrity.

Act as ambassador and connector in the community and nationally for Big Brothers Twin Cities and its vision and mission.

• Represent the organization in the community to build awareness of its mission, acting as a positive, energetic ambassador and spokesperson on behalf of the organization and the impact of youth mentoring. • Work collaboratively and build strategic partnerships with key community and regional organizations with interests and missions similar to Big Brothers Big Sisters. • Be involved and active with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Maintain the stature of Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities to continue achieving top honors at the national level. 7 PROF N IL O E I

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Provide leadership to all fundraising efforts and initiatives. • Bring a passion and commitment to fundraising efforts; act as “Chief Fundraiser” for the organization. • Identify and cultivate relationships with major corporate, philanthropic, governmental and individual donors. • Lead and oversee major fundraising campaigns; work with board committees, development consultants, and other resources to set and achieve goals for fundraising campaigns. • Actively partner with the Advancement Department on planning and execution of fund development efforts.

Provide vision and guidance to the internal operation of the agency. • Oversee the development of programmatic and operational business plans and measurable objectives. • Oversee the organization's budgeting process and asset management activities. • Establish the most effective overall agency structure, to achieve results and bring out the best in each team member. • Measure and evaluate programs; assure relevance and impact of programs and connection to mission. • Coach and support the senior management group in achieving programmatic outcomes for the agency while assuring an ongoing focus on youth and their safety.

Work with the Board of Directors to assist in the governance of the organization. • Provide guidance in the planning process. • Provide the board with timely information on issues and trends and on the accomplishment of goals and objectives. • Provide guidance to various board committees/task forces.

It is critical that the leader have a style of cultural humility, with an understanding and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. The CEO will be a strong advocate for staff, volunteers, youth and families with different lived experiences, identities and backgrounds. The CEO will be aware of the social injustices in our community and will be actively engaged in ending them. This role requires a leader whose actions demonstrate integrity, transparency, and conviction.

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The Chief Executive Officer reports to the Board of Directors. Senior staff reporting to the Chief Executive Officer are the Vice President of Programs, The Vice President of Finance & Operations, Director of Marketing & Communications, Senior Director of Development, Director of Human Resources and the Executive Assistant & Board Liaison. A total of 45 dedicated employees work at the agency, supported by hundreds of outstanding volunteers each year. 8 PROF N IL O E I

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Qualifications The ideal candidate will be a respected leader with the qualifications to lead a prominent, successful organization into the future. The candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in management or a related field and senior executive experience in an organization of a comparable budget, staff and program size and complexity. In addition, the ideal candidate will have a demonstrated passion for youth development and for furthering equity and inclusion.

Background, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to provide leadership for all agency programs, finances, fund development, human resources, facilities and support services. • Knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with a high level of cultural understanding; commitment to social justice and experience building community-based partnerships. • Proven ability to develop, lead and inspire a team of staff and volunteers in a collaborative setting. • Strong communication skills, including writing, facilitating and speaking to individuals and groups of all sizes and types. • Strong interpersonal relations skills with people at all levels and in settings. • Strong advocacy and networking abilities. • Ability to travel to attend or lead local and national meetings and events.

Leadership Characteristics

• Passion and commitment to delivering the highest quality services to the community. • Strategic, forward-thinking, innovative and creative. • Visionary and motivational; a style that furthers the mission. • High emotional intelligence, self-awareness and authenticity. • Impeccable ethics and the highest integrity. • Engaged and visible style with staff at all levels and an active and positive manager. • Deep understanding, appreciation and connection with a broad tapestry of backgrounds and cultures. • Team orientation; encouraging collaboration, transparency and accountability. • Genuine, humble, adaptable style; welcoming of feedback and input. • Sense of urgency; comfortable taking calculated risks and leading through growth and change.

9 Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position includes a target annual base salary of $175,000-$190,000, a management bonus, and participation in the organization’s benefits plan. If required, relocation assistance is available. THE TWIN CITIES, THE BOLD NORTH, THE LAND OF 10,000 LAKES

MEET MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL When the Twin Cities hosted the Super Bowl in 2018, it cast an international light on what the organizing committee dubbed “The Bold North.” It also gave the world an up-close and personal view of what those of us who live here already knew. Minnesota Nice is for real.

The Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis are a unique blend of small town and major cosmopolitan hub. Both urban cores boast a thriving business, arts and civic atmosphere. Saint Paul, part of Ramsey County, is the state capitol, and is home to state government; the city has a more historical vibe. Minneapolis is part of Hennepin County, named for Father Louis Hennepin, an early explorer of the interior of North America. Hennepin County is the state's most populous and consists of 45 cities and boundless opportunities.

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Lakes in the Twin Parks and miles of Museums in the Cities metro area. biking. metro area.

Outside of the central downtowns, however, both cities have many distinct neighborhoods, and residents identify more with their individual communities than with the larger city as a whole. Housing in our friendly neighborhoods is varied and offers something for all.

The area lives up to its Bold North tagline in every way. Residents enjoy four very distinct seasons, none of which will let you down. According to WalletHub, Minneapolis ranks 12th in America for cities with the most green space. Both cities share a common root of being river towns, and the great outdoors is a major attraction for residents and visitors alike. In addition to the mighty Mississippi River, there are more than 900 lakes in the metro area and surrounding suburbs, upwards of 300 parks, and miles of biking and walking trails. Nearly every weekend in the summer there are several outdoor events for participants and spectators—triathlons, biking races, running races, boat races, water skiing competitions, cultural celebrations, 7 golf tournaments, and more. ENTERTAINMENT In the Land of 10,000 Lakes and with the nation's #1 park system, there is always fun to be had in the region. The summer highlight for many Minnesotans is the . One of the largest of its kind in the country, ours is a world-class showcase of Minnesota’s best in agriculture, industry, arts and entertainment. Held on a 320-acre parcel located between Saint Paul and Minneapolis, it is a self-supported organization and has been held on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds every year since 1885. As summer turns to fall, the region puts on a breathtaking autumn show that draws visitors from miles around. And the active lifestyle of Minnesotans doesn’t go dormant during the winter either. Being hardy in every way, we take advantage of the miles of cross-country skiing trails, downhill ski areas, ice skating, snowmobiling, sledding, and ice fishing. In recent years Minneapolis and St. Paul have become two of the most diverse cities in America. Almost six percent of the population identifies as LGBTQ, with many Twin Cities’ organizations in arts, politics, culture, advocacy and Johnson Parkway on Saint Paul's East Side feature a religious sectors serving the community. wide variety of traditional foods, clothing, fabrics and crafts, as well as farmers markets. Minnesota’s Somali community is one of the largest in the . Saint Paul is the heart of Minnesota’s Hmong community as well, and is home ARTS & CULTURE There are countless arts and culture to the largest urban concentration of Hmong residents in the country. The offerings in the Twin Cities. The Grammy Award- West Broadway neighborhood in Minneapolis and the Rondo neighborhood in winning Minnesota Orchestra has a reputation as one Saint Paul are home to African American businesses, arts and cultural of the top orchestras in the world. The Saint Paul institutions and restaurants. Chamber Orchestra is also regarded as one of the finest chamber orchestras in the world. It is by design that we’ve embraced such ethnic uniqueness. Our multi- cultural communities present us with a strong and diverse workforce with an Since the early 1960s, the Guthrie Theater has staged added bonus of getting to know the world, and different cultures on a more outstanding shows from the classical to modern. intimate scale right here at home. Popular national shows and performers also tour through the Twin Cities year-round at stages in both One of the best places to get a taste of our many blended cultures is on Lake Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and at the University of Street in Minneapolis - Midtown Global Market is a welcoming indoor market Minnesota. and meeting place featuring an abundance of ethnic dishes, gifts and groceries, from Mexican and Middle Eastern to Vietnamese, Indian, Swedish If you are a theater-goer in the Twin Cities, you’ll never and Italian. have a dull moment. According to the Western States Arts Federation, Minneapolis ranks as the fifth- most Many Hmong and Vietnamese restaurants and shops are located in the “creatively vital” city in the country, right after D.C., Frogtown neighborhood as well, on and around University and Lexington LA, NYC and Boston. The Penumbra Theatre in Saint Avenues. Hmongtown Marketplace on Como Avenue and Hmong Village on Paul is the country’s oldest African American theater. 11 We boast more than 40 venues with a variety that even the most seasoned FOR SPORTS FANS For those who prefer activity of the thespian would notice. spectator variety, the Twin Cities is home to the Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Wild There are the magnificent musicals that play on the State, Orpheum, and and the Minnesota Timberwolves. We are also the home Pantages stages and lots of local talent making a statement on stages such as of the four-time WNBA Champion Minnesota Lynx and the Southern Theater, New Century, and Illusion. Hamilton, Les Miserables the Minnesota United soccer team. We host in some and West Side Story are a few examples of productions that have played here. of the best sporting facilities in the county, including Theater is also a large component of life in Saint Paul. The gorgeous 1000-seat , home of the Minnesota Twins, and US Bank Fitzgerald Theatre acts as Minnesota Public Radio’s largest broadcast studio. Stadium, a brand new, enclosed stadium where the Staged productions commission authors, artists and radio hosts to create Minnesota Vikings host their NFL games. Additionally, programming for the public radio community. The is Saint the stadium hosts early season college baseball games of Paul’s oldest theater and celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2010. the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers.

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts has been recognized as one of America’s leading not-for-profit performing arts centers, and is home to a wide variety of performances throughout the year providing the finest in musical theater, music, dance, and vocal artists in its Music Theater and Concert Hall. In addition, each year the Ordway presents its Flint Hills Family Festival, serving more than 50,000 children and adults through its Ordway Education programs. Dance companies such as James Sewell Ballet, Minnesota Dance Theatre, Ragamala, Zenon Dance Company and TU Dance perform at an array of venues including the renovated Cowles Center.

For the museum-goer, there are more than 60 museums in the metro area. The Science Museum of Minnesota and the Minnesota Children’s Museum are interactive learning facilities and fun experiences for the entire family. The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery and the Minnesota History Center are museums for all ages with permanent and changing exhibits, lectures and events. Popular music abounds, from the Grammy-winning The Minneapolis Institute of Arts has a collection of more than 100,000 pieces. Sounds of Blackness to Atmosphere. Outdoor concerts The Walker Art Center has been called “possibly the best contemporary art and festivals such as the and Rock museum in the U.S.” by Newsweek, and has over 11,000 pieces. The University the Garden are a common and popular activity. After all, of Minnesota’s Weisman Art Museum is also a contemporary art destination. artists from Bob Dylan to Prince have called the Twin The Somali Museum of Minnesota on East Lake Street features hundreds of Cities home. traditional Somali artworks and artifacts as well as educational programs.

12 FOR FOODIES The Twin Cities area offers award-winning restaurants (several chefs have been regional James Beard Award winners). In addition to the popular Mall of America, there are plenty of unique shopping districts in both cities and in the suburbs. Beyond sports, the great outdoors, entertainment, and culture, perhaps the biggest attraction for the Twin Cities is the lifestyle.

Forbes hailed Saint Paul and Minneapolis as one of the nation’s healthiest metros and USA Today named Saint Paul as North America’s “Most Romantic City.” Minneapolis/Saint Paul is also proud to have a world-class international airport. In fact, the Airports Council International named MSP the 2017 Best Airport in North America in its size category, with more than 25 million passengers a year.

Networking groups in technology, manufacturing, healthcare and education support their professions. Active Chambers of Commerce further business interests and First Fridays Twin Cities celebrates African American excellence.

The Twin Cities is a vibrant, richly diverse Midwestern community where Minnesota Nice is alive and well. We are the perfect blend of small town/big city and our residents pride themselves on their warm and welcoming ways. There is a reason Business Insider ranked Minneapolis/Saint Paul number nine on its Top 50 Places to Live in America. We really are all that and more!

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Marcia Ballinger, PhD Lars Leafblad Co-Founder/Principal Co-Founder/Principal 651-341-4840 612-598-7547 [email protected] [email protected]

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