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Council on Competitiveness Seeks Executive Director
The Council on Competitiveness, a non-profit, Washington-based organization, is seeking an executive director for its new National Center on Regional Innovation and Competitiveness. The new center will identify and advance innovation-based regional development strategies, conduct regional workshops, and disseminate best practices in managing regional innovation. The successful candidate will have the vision and management experience to launch this new center.
Responsibilities for the position will include setting agenda, overseeing funding, and working with a high-level advisory committee. Candidates should be able to interact effectively with private sector leaders and high-ranking federal, state and local officials. An advanced degree and a minimum of 10 years in economic development are preferred. Experience working with state and local government is a plus.
Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: NCRIC Search Committee, Council on Competitiveness, 1500 K Street NW, Suite 850, Washington, DC 20005.