Director of Memberships - San Jose Chamber of Commerce

Director of Memberships - San Jose Chamber of Commerce

ID

102232

Application Deadline

12 / 3 / 2025

Category

Business Development

Company

San Jose Chamber of Commerce

Job Locations

US-CA-San Jose

At a glance

Another Source's client, the San Jose Chamber of Commerce, is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Director of Membership Development to lead the Chamber's growth and engagement efforts across Silicon Valley's vibrant business community.

As the Chamber unites business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to drive San Jose's next chapter of economic growth, this role will :

Lead membership strategy, recruitment, and retention to rebuild and expand engagement across industries.

Partner with the President & CEO to strengthen relationships with major investors, corporate partners, and small businesses.

Oversee a talented team focused on delivering exceptional member value and high-impact events.

Play a pivotal role in rebuilding membership and amplifying the Chamber's voice as a trusted, unifying force for the region.

Description : What you'll be doing

Another Source's client,

San Jose Chamber of

Commerce,

is

recruiting

Dir

ector

of Membership Development

to join their team.

Here's

a little about

San Jose Chamber of Commerce

and the position they are recruiting for :

The San Jose Chamber of Commerce is on the cusp of becoming the most impactful and unifying voice for business in the San Jose and Silicon Valley region. With deep roots in advocacy, business development, and civic leadership, the Chamber is driving a bold vision for economic growth-anchored in innovation, inclusive prosperity, and a vibrant downtown core. As the region navigates transformative opportunities in technology, sports, entertainment, and infrastructure, the Chamber is uniquely positioned to connect business leaders with decision-makers, advance policies that strengthen competitiveness, and champion San Jose as a world-class place to live, work, and invest.

Learn more about the San Jose Chamber of Commerce :

Your Impact

The

Director

of Membership Development

will serve as a key architect of the Chamber's growth and engagement strategy, leading efforts to expand membership, strengthen retention, and deliver exceptional value to the region's diverse business community. This visible leadership role is central to advancing the Chamber's mission of driving economic vitality, collaboration, and innovation across one of the most dynamic regions in the country.

Reporting directly to the

President & CEO

, the

Director

will design and execute a comprehensive strategy for membership recruitment, engagement, and communication. This includes leading a high-performing membership team, implementing data-driven processes and performance metrics, and collaborating closely with the

Chamber Ambassadors

and

Board Membership Committee

to maximize recruitment and retention outcomes. A key focus will be growing and stewarding the

Impact Investor portfolio

, engaging corporate and large-business members, and supporting the President & CEO and Board in cultivating strategic relationships that advance the Chamber's long-term vision.

This is an exciting opportunity for a

strategic, entrepreneurial, and relationship-focused leader

who thrives in fast-paced environments and is motivated by measurable impact. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution-someone who can translate vision into action, inspire collaboration, and elevate the member experience through creativity, service, and innovation.

What you will be doing :

Chamber Membership Communication

Strong communication

both with our members and the broader

community, i

s at the heart of the Chamber's success. Our members rely on

timely

, transparent, and engaging communication to understand how their investment drives impact and to stay connected to opportunities for growth and collaboration. Externally,

clear

and consistent communication ensures that the public, media, and policymakers understand the Chamber's leadership role in shaping San Jose's economic future. Every message, event, and story reinforces trust, visibility, and alignment

helping the Chamber

amplify

the voice of business across the region.

Develop and implement an annual Marketing Strategy ensuring

maximum

Chamber brand recognition

Serve to enhance the Chamber's visibility and promote it as a vital organization to the business community

Strategically assess member communication needs and collaborate with the President & CEO to develop and deliver tailored content.

Acquire

proficiency

in Chamber communication platforms, such as Growth Zone, social media channels, and Canva,

facilitating

internal cross-training and support.

Ensure staff and membership have knowledge of utilizing Growth Zone effectively.

Supervise the Production of Chamber Programming and Events

Fostering member engagement is an utmost priority at the Chamber. We are committed to delivering a rich variety of opportunities for interaction, spanning from networking sessions, educational forums, industry-specific

gatherings

and C-Suite roundtables. Our current calendar is accentuated with annual signature events like the City Study Mission, BBQ and Leaders & Legacy Dinner. With an ambitious vision,

we're

looking to expand our offerings to provide dynamic,

useful

and memorable experiences for our members.

Ensure the implementation of current Chamber programs and events, including promotional communication, logistical planning, and on-site

assistance

as

required

Supervise the Membership Experience Manager in producing Chamber networking events, webinars, trainings, ribbon

cuttings

and anniversary celebrations, ensuring seamless execution of these events.

Utilize member feedback to

identify

opportunities for enhancing existing member programs and developing new events to meet evolving needs and preferences.

Source and maximize sponsorship dollars and in-kind giving across

event

spectrum.

Create unique, executive-level experiences focused on high-tier Impact Investors for attraction and retention.

Team member responsibilities

Participate with the Chamber team in providing adequate coverage and sharing office management duties

Available to work

additional

hours on occasion to ensure the

timely

completion of all responsibilities related to this position

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