PRESIDENT/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OPPORTUNITY AT TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS

Tee It Up for the Troops (TIUFTT) presents a unique and compelling opportunity for a mission-driven, externally focused, and highly capable nonprofit executive to serve as President/Executive Director. This leader will be responsible for setting and executing the strategic direction of the organization while serving as its primary ambassador, fundraiser, and operational leader at a national level.

The Board’s desire is a President/Executive Director who can successfully grow our current offerings while developing key partnerships and funding to expand programming in direct support of our mission to serve veteran communities. This individual will continually seek ways to improve and innovate, ensuring that TIUFTT remains a leading force in delivering meaningful impact for veterans and their families.

The President/Executive Director will work in close partnership with the Board of Directors to advance TIUFTT’s mission, ensure long-term sustainability, and deliver exceptional programs and events that honor and support veterans and their families. This role requires a visible, authentic leader with strong fundraising acumen, event-based operational experience, and the ability to inspire donors, sponsors, volunteers, staff, and partners around a shared mission.

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ABOUT TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS

Tee It Up for the Troops is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and supporting military veterans by using the game of golf as a platform to create meaningful impact. Through a series of golf events, partnerships, and community engagement efforts across the country, the organization raises critical funds and awareness for veteran-focused programs that address needs such as housing, employment, mental health services, and family support. Since its founding, Tee It Up for the Troops has built a strong reputation for combining patriotic purpose with professionally run events that bring together veterans, supporters, and sponsors in a powerful and respectful way.

Beyond fundraising, Tee It Up for the Troops serves as a connector within the veteran support ecosystem, collaborating with trusted nonprofit partners to ensure resources reach those who need them most. The organization places a strong emphasis on stewardship, transparency, and measurable impact, ensuring that funds raised translate into tangible outcomes for veterans and their families. By uniting volunteers, sponsors, donors, and communities around a shared mission, Tee It Up for the Troops continues to strengthen its national footprint while remaining deeply committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of America’s military.

TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS WEBSITE: www.teeitupforthetroops.org

TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS BY THE NUMBERS:

• 22 Years in operation
• 47 Events in 2025
• Approximately $64K per event in revenue
• $250K - Largest gift to date
• Approximately $4.1M Event revenue totals in 2025
• 13-14% - Fundraising growth trend
• 4 - Full-time staff count
• 3 - Part-time staff count
• 818 Volunteer count
• 1 - Direct report
• 360,000 veterans impacted
• 10-15 Travel expectations per year

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The President/Executive Director of Tee It Up for the Troops is responsible for leading and executing the strategic direction of the organization. The President/Executive Director will also be responsible for fundraising, major sponsorship recruitment and retention, overseeing operational activities, and implementing plans and policies   in partnership with the Board of Directors.

The ideal candidate will bring a deep passion for serving veterans and their families, visionary leadership, and the ability to coach and develop a high-performing team. They should have a proven track record of meeting organizational milestones and key performance indicators, experience building strategic partnerships, and familiarity with the golf industry. Military service experience is preferred.

LEADERSHIP:

• Provide vision and leadership to Tee It Up for the Troops and its various events and operations across the country.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization
• Be a collaborative team player who is willing to be “hands-on” when necessary but understands when to step back and lead the team.
• Ensure the team clearly understands performance expectations and that assigned tasks are reasonable, well-conceived, and appropriately conveyed. Provide resources necessary to allow employees to perform their jobs effectively and be fair and firm in adherence to organization policy and procedure.
• Recommend, monitor, and manage policies, operating procedures, and staffing for all areas; recognize the needs and consistently perform high levels of service in each of these operating areas.

ORGANIZATION AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:

• Lead the evolution and transformation of the organization to ensure alignment with its mission and vision, fostering a culture of excellence through strong governance, an engaged Board of Directors, and a high-performing team of staff and volunteers.
• Develop an annual budget for review and approval by the Board of Directors and ensure that expenditures are within the budgeted amounts.
• Direct financial activities and decision-making based on plans and policies as directed by the Board of Directors.
• Practice sound fiscal management to ensure adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its mission.
• Oversee financial stewardship and accountability to support long-term mission impact.
• Evaluate, modernize, and strengthen organizational systems and processes including CRM, donor management platforms, and event management tools to enhance operational efficiency, data integrity, and long term organizational effectiveness.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:

• Recruit, manage, inspire, motivate, and empower a strong volunteer/staff team.
• Prepare for the anticipated growth of the organization. Develop and implement appropriate human resource policies and procedures, including training, career development, hiring and firing, succession planning, and performance management for all staff.
• Align staff roles and responsibilities with organizational priorities, ensuring clarity and efficiency to achieve mission-driven outcomes.

EVENT MANAGEMENT, DEVELOPMENT, AND OPERATIONS:

• Coordinate and evaluate the work of staff, volunteers, Board members, and Committees.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all organizational activities—including golf events, reunions, programs, and services—to ensure quality, impact, and alignment with the mission.
• Lead efforts to recruit and engage volunteers, donors, and sponsors at both national and local levels to strengthen organizational capacity and sustainability.
• Manage operational and programming activities from concept to completion.
• Develop goals and objectives for consideration by the Board of Directors.
• Execute the organization’s Strategic Plan and oversee action steps in the plan of action.

FUNDRAISING AND MARKETING:

• Develop and sustain a diverse funding base. Emphasis will be on maintenance of current annual events as well as increased golf events, REUNION sponsorships, and other fundraising opportunities.
• Raise visibility of the organization through the development and implementation of a sustainable marketing campaign that focuses on sponsors, volunteers, and public participation.
• Implement creative strategies to increase event sponsorships and expand the public awareness of the TIUFTT mission and objectives.
• Work with Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers to represent a consistent image of the mission and values from which TIUFTT was originally founded.
• Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching new funding resources, establishing strategies to approach new donors, and administering fundraising records and documentation.
• Lead overall marketing, social media, and public affairs efforts.

COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC RELATIONS:

• Assure the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders.
• Promote an organizational culture that fosters passion for the mission, cooperation, open and frequent communication, teamwork, and a common organizational vision.
• Oversee recruitment and development of strong Board, Chapter, and volunteer participation.

REUNION OUTREACH PROGRAM:

• Oversee the vision for the organization’s key outreach program and deliver an exceptional experience for the participating warriors and caregivers, nonprofit partners, and sponsors.
• Actively engage in the retention and recruitment of sponsors and donors to effectively cover the core expenses for hosting this annual event.
• Work with the host venue to minimize costs and maximize the experience for all attendees. Continually evaluate the host venue to determine if they are effectively meeting the needs of the program. Explore other host venue options as needed.
• Work with the Board to evaluate the feasibility of expanding the REUNION program to include additional markets and dates. Considerations include program costs, additional fundraising needs, staff commitments, and overall strategic directives from the Board.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Exercise diplomacy in interpersonal relations and in resolving conflicts. Represent the organization and the Board in an effective manner.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with the Board of Directors, employees, Chapters, volunteers, and the general public.
• Portray a positive image for TIUFTT and its mission.
• Ability to effectively work with a Board of Directors.
• Ability to utilize financial statements and budgeting skills
• Fundraising and event planning experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with sponsors, donors, Board of Directors, nonprofit partners, and the general public.
• Ability to work independently, determine priorities, and make appropriate decisions.
• Flexibility and ability to work under changing circumstances and manage multiple projects. 

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Veterans are encouraged to apply
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with a focus on Business Management.
• Substantial Non-Profit Leadership in lieu of the degree.
• Fundraising-specific certifications, such as CFRE, ACFRE are not required but may be included in application 

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

In compliance with federal law, all hired employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The organization offers an excellent bonus and benefits package.   Salary range: $150,000 - $165,000 plus bonus.

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY

Please upload your resume and cover letter, in that order, using the link below. You should have your documents fully prepared to be attached when prompted for them during the online application process.  Please be sure your image is not present on your resume or cover letter; that should be used on your LinkedIn Profile.

Prepare a thoughtful cover letter addressed to Jen Tregarthen, Search Chair, and clearly articulate your alignment with this role and why you want to be considered for this position at this stage of your career, and why TIUFTT and the Burnsville area will be beneficial to you, your family, your career, and the Organization if selected.

Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and no later than Monday, January 26, 2026. Initial candidate selections will take place in early February 2026, with first-round interviews anticipated in mid-February 2026 and second-round interviews shortly thereafter. The selected candidate is expected to begin the role in March 2026. 

IMPORTANT: Save your resume and letter in the following format:

“Last Name, First Name - Resume” &

“Last Name, First Name - Cover Letter – TIUFTT”

(These documents should be in Word or PDF format)

Note: Once you complete the application process for this search, you are not able to go back in and add additional documents.

Click here to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you have any questions, please email Holly Weiss: holly@kkandw.com 

Lead Search Executive:

Thomas B. Wallace III, CCM, CCE, ECM

Partner

O: 833-KKW-HIRE (559-4473) Ext. 700

Cleveland, OH

tom@kkandw.com

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