Executive Director (Atlanta)

Job Title : Executive Director Professional Nursing Validation Company (PNVC)

Location : Primarily Georgia

Position Summary

The Executive Director will serve as the senior business leader for PNVC, responsible for driving strategic growth, financial performance, and operational excellence. This role requires an MBA or equivalent experience and a strong background in business strategy or healthcare services management. The ideal candidate brings skills such as scaling organizations, executing complex projects, and structuring partnerships that position PNVC as the premier provider of professional nursing testing services.

This leader will work closely with the board of directors, senior leadership, vendors, and national nursing organizations to expand PNVCs footprint, strengthen financial sustainability, and build the operational infrastructure required for growth. While knowledge of nursing and healthcare delivery is beneficial, success in this role depends on proven business acumen, financial management, and strategic execution in a high-stake environment.

PNVC is a new venture. This is a ground-floor opportunity. We have a strong belief that we have a high likelihood of success and that we are addressing a market gap that has been in existence for many years. We have an extremely strong and respected board of advisors. However, you should keep in mind that all new ventures come with a risk of failure. If this opportunity appeals to you, then please continue reading.

Key Responsibilities

Lead PNVCs business strategy, aligning operations with long-term organizational goals.

Drive financial planning, capital strategy, and oversight of budgets, contracts, and performance metrics to ensure solvency and sustainable growth.

Oversee large-scale implementation of online professional nursing testing services, ensuring operational precision, regulatory compliance, and market competitiveness.

Build and refine workflows, processes, and infrastructure for key business and operational functions.

Lead major initiatives using project management methodologies to deliver on-time, on-budget results.

Pursue strategic partnerships with regional, national, and international nursing organizations to expand PNVCs brand recognition and market share.

Oversee marketing, business development, and external communications to ensure alignment with PNVCs mission and professional reputation.

Anticipate business risks, identify opportunities, and implement innovative solutions to maintain service continuity and market relevance.

Provide regular reports, strategic updates, and recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required : MBA, equivalent advanced business degree, or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated success managing complex projects with strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.

A successful candidate will demonstrate most of these professional and personal attributes :

Background in standardized testing services, certification programs, IB, PE, or technology-enabled education platforms.

Experience in healthcare services, accreditation, or related regulated industries.

Previous engagement with national or international professional organizations.

Experience structuring and negotiating partnerships, contracts, or joint ventures.

Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to drive operational excellence, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals.

Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities.

Ability to propose, adapt to, and lead changing objectives as the company evolves.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to industry leaders, academics, and corporate board-level audiences.

Superb interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.