Executive Director
Share
About The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority
Established in 1982, The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority(MCCA) is an independent public authority of the Commonwealth. TheAuthority is governed by a 13-member board of directors. Nine membersare appointed by the Governor, 2 members are appointed by the Mayor ofBoston, and 2 (ex officio) members are the Secretary of Administrationand Finance and the Collector-Treasurer of the City of Boston or theirdesignees.
Located in the center of Boston, the MCCA owns and oversees the operations of the largest convention centers in the Northeast, the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) and the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center (Hynes) in addition to the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, The Lawn On D, Lot On D and the Boston Common Garage.
In 2023, the MCCA hosted 272 events at the BCEC, Hynes and MassMutual Center with 660,000 attendees, generating 555,000 hotel room nights, and $845 million in economic impact.
Today, MCCA has 426 employees with an annual budget of approximately $95 million and its state-of-the-art facilities manage and promote a wide range of events from high school graduations to exhibitions to athletic events. Its facilities are widely acclaimed for offering large scale accommodations. The facility bookings currently extend to the year 2038.
MCCA’S Mission
The MCCA’s mission is to generatesignificant regional economicactivity by attracting conventions,tradeshows, and other eventsto its world-class facilities whilemaximizing the investment returnfor the residents and businessesin the Commonwealth ofMassachusetts.
Learn more about MCCA at
The Opportunity
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (“MCCA”) is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This is an opportunity to steer MCCA’s path towards a future that is both ambitious and inclusive, while shaping the Massachusetts convention industry as a whole.
The Executive Director will effectively spearhead initiatives that generate significant economic activity for the region by attracting conventions, trade shows, festivals, and a variety of events. This leader will play a central role in overseeing operations at the MCCA’s centers in Boston and Springfield, along with its parking facilities. A key aspect of this role will be establishing and executing forward-thinking plans, objectives, and policies that prioritize inclusivity and equity, gaining approval from the MCCA Board.
The ideal candidate’s role will extend beyond operational excellence. The MCCAseeks a leader who can authentically represent the Authority with a range of key constituents. This includes major customers, representatives from the financialand government communities, and the general public. In this capacity, theExecutive Director will be a transformative leader, shaping a more inclusive pathfor the convention industry in Massachusetts.
-----
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority is an equal opportunity employerand strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities,women, and LGBTQ+ leaders.
Compensation & Benefits
The annual salary for this role will be based on a range of $250,000 - $320,000 (plus performance incentive and generous benefits package) and will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills and experience.
As the Executive Director of the organization, the flexibility to adapt schedules to meet business needs on-site throughout the week and in community after work hours is necessary, including regular travel to the Springfield site and outside of Boston and/or Massachusetts for other important business opportunities.
Contact
Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Maureen Alphonse-Charles, Andy Tarsy and Tiara D. Muse. Express interest in this role by . All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.
Executive Director • Boston, MA
Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job.But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual.Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department.From optim...[internal_linking.show_more]
Are you a sales and strategy leader with a passion for data, AI, and marketing? Ready to partner with Fortune 1,000 clients to transform the way they grow and acquire their customers?.We're looking...[internal_linking.show_more]
POSITION: Full-Time Executive Director of Student Engagement (Executive Director):.Student Affairs; Haverhill Campus; 37.Non-Unit Professional Position.Northern Essex Community College (NECC) seeks...[internal_linking.show_more]
The Executive Director (ED), North America Commercial Operations leads a team that supports multiple in-line disease areas, supporting each US Business Unit and their respective leadership teams wi...[internal_linking.show_more]
Director – Enterprise Continuous Improvement (ECI).Our client is a global investment firm with offices worldwide and a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture, the firm continues to deliver value fo...[internal_linking.show_more]
A leading sales organization is seeking a Sr.Enterprise Account Director to manage and expand revenue opportunities in a fully remote capacity.The role requires strong experience in strategic deman...[internal_linking.show_more]
The Executive Director, Advancement (ED), as part of an interdisciplinary advancement team, reports to the Senior Associate Vice President of Development, and partners with colleagues at the Assist...[internal_linking.show_more]
Join a dynamic team shaping the future of Fund Services.As an Executive Director in Traditional Fund Services Product Management, you will drive product strategy, support business development, and ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Director/Vice President – RWD Subject Matter Expert (SME).Location: Remote, United States.Norstella is a premier and critical global life sciences data and AI solutions provider dedicated to improv...[internal_linking.show_more]
We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with...[internal_linking.show_more]
Executive Director, Business Development.Executive Director, Regional BD.This role blends strategic account farming with targeted hunting activities- balancing proactive expansion of existing accou...[internal_linking.show_more]
Managing Director, Executive Compensation and Board Advisory.As a Managing Director in the Executive Compensation and Board Advisory practice you will be primarily responsible for selling, leading ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Alnylam is seeking an Employment Counsel to provide strategic leadership for the Company's global employment law function.Reporting to the SVP, General Counsel, Corporate and Governance, this role ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations.We have o...[internal_linking.show_more]
Executive Director – Assisted Living $100,000/year-$110,000/year | Full-Time German Centre – Edelweiss Village West Roxbury, Boston, MA Make a difference in someone’s life every day.Play a key lead...[internal_linking.show_more]
Executive Director, Technical Accounting US Boston MA Hybrid.The Executive Director, Technical Accounting is the enterprise leader responsible for interpreting, operationalizing, and governing comp...[internal_linking.show_more]
Functional Area: Administration.Department: MIT Sloan Initiative on the Digital Econ.School Area: Sloan School of Management.Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid).Visa Sponsorship Available: No.Email...[internal_linking.show_more]
Non Profit Executive Director Job Duties: Responsible for planning, organization, and direction of the organization's operations and programs.Develops and implements consistent inventory and cost a...[internal_linking.show_more]
