Chief Executive Officer - Common Wealth Charlotte

Overview

This is a unique leadership opportunity to steer a highly esteemed, community-focused nonprofit organization in Charlotte, NC, into its next stage of growth and influence. With a foundation of robust financial health, a committed team, and an active Board, this organization is well-positioned to enhance its local impact and expand its reach.

As only the second CEO following the founder, you will inherit a remarkable legacy and face the exciting challenge of guiding its evolution with strategic vision and innovative approaches.

You will advance the mission, cultivate organizational resilience, and ensure operational excellence with disciplined execution and a community-first mindset. Reporting to the Board, you will steward the organization’s historic strengths while positioning it for future relevance and sustainability. You’ll inspire staff, volunteers, partners, and donors as a trusted and collaborative leader rooted in Charlotte’s dynamic nonprofit ecosystem.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

Aligned with Common Wealth Charlotte’s (CWC’s) leadership framework, the ideal candidate will bring skills paired with key responsibilities :

Fundraising & Resource Development

• Cultivate philanthropic support and diversify revenue streams.
• Expand organizational funding and deepen donor engagement leveraging strategic and creative approaches to support existing program operations and regional expansion.
• Strengthen CWC’s community presence to garner new opportunities.

Strategic Vision & Courageous, Compassionate Leadership

Team Culture Management

Financial Management & Organizational Stewardship

Program Development and Impact Measurement

Communications / Marketing & Relationship Building

About the Organization

Founded in 2015, Common Wealth Charlotte empowers economically vulnerable wage earners across Charlotte-Mecklenburg with the financial capabilities needed to achieve stability and reduce dependence on charitable assistance. CWC uses a trauma-informed approach—offering education, personalized financial counseling, access to banking, and 0%-interest loans—to catalyze upward economic mobility and foster hope and resilience.

Programs include workshops and one-on-one counseling conducted by certified financial educators throughout the region. Clients have seen average credit score improvements of 86 points after a paid in full CWC loan, reflecting meaningful impact. CWC offers 0% interest loans that help clients avoid predatory financial institutions.

Want to know more? Visit Common Wealth Charlotte’s website at : https : / / www.commonwealthcharlotte.org /

Additional Preferred Attributes

How to Apply

Think you are the next Common Wealth Charlotte CEO?

To apply, visit https : / / jobs.armstrongmcguire.com / . The application will request a compelling cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references. Please note that phone calls are not accepted, and submissions must be made via the portal. For support, contact talent@armstrongmcguire.com.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation : The salary range is $110,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a bonus plan up to 10% of base salary (based on performance), contributions towards retirement and qualified health plans, including paid time off.

The organization is an equal employment opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse applicant pool—regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

About Armstrong McGuire

Armstrong McGuire is a national executive search, fundraising, and strategic advising firm that believes in unlocking the potential of nonprofit leaders and the communities they serve. Founded in 2004, our diverse team of advisors work with clients and leaders to align strategy, optimize operations, build capacity, and lead nationwide searches that bring supremely talented individuals to high-impact organizations. Learn more about our services in talent acquisition, fundraising counsel, and strategic planning.

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