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Anthony Wayne Theater (AWT), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is leading the revitalization of the historic theater in Wayne, PA. Built originally for silent films, orchestras, and vaudeville, AWT will reopen as a center for creative placemaking featuring first-run and art house films, select live events, educational programming, and elevated hospitality experiences.
The transformation is being spearheaded by a local group of community and business leaders who have secured the lease and established the nonprofit to oversee fundraising, redevelopment, and the theater’s relaunch as a cultural centerpiece of the Main Line and beyond.
Position Overview
This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary, entrepreneurial leader to launch and lead a premier cultural destination. The inaugural Executive Director will guide AWT through a pivotal startup phase and into general operations, combining strategic vision with hands-on execution.
The ED will support a $15M capital campaign, oversee renovation milestones, establish organizational systems, and guide programming partnerships while positioning AWT as a transformative cultural hub. This role will evolve significantly—initially working entrepreneurially across all functions, then transitioning to strategic leadership as the organization matures and staff capacity grows.
The incoming ED will work closely with an engaged Board of Directors eager to partner in shaping the organization’s future and establishing AWT as a vital community resource.
Position Responsibilities
Top Responsibilities
• Serve as AWT’s public face and chief ambassador, building visibility and credibility across the Greater Philadelphia region.
• Lead and accelerate a $15M capital campaign; expand and diversify revenue streams.
• Build a comprehensive donor pipeline including individuals, businesses, sponsors, grants, and membership programs in partnership with the Board.
• Collaborate with the Board to refine and implement AWT’s strategic plan; serve as primary staff liaison.
• Develop and oversee integrated marketing strategy, including digital presence, media relations, and community outreach.
• Establish foundational systems for accounting, CRM, governance policies, and audit readiness; ensure financial transparency.
• Participate in renovation oversight, monitoring progress and milestones.
• Shape programming strategy aligned with AWT’s film-centric identity and select live offerings; ensure high visitor experience standards.
Must-Have Qualifications
• Proven leadership experience in arts, programming, venue management, hospitality, community development, or related fields.
• Strong business acumen and P&L management skills with demonstrated success in fundraising and donor engagement.
• Experience in operational management, event coordination, and organizational development.
• Expertise in finance, team building, and establishing organizational systems from the ground up.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build strong relationships across diverse audiences.
• Strong change management and organizational culture-building capabilities; comfort with ambiguity and startup environments.
• Collaborative mindset with innovation orientation; embraces new ideas and adapts to change.
• Deep commitment to customer focus, prioritizing patron satisfaction and authentic community engagement.
• High emotional intelligence with ability to balance visionary leadership with operational discipline.
• Sense of humor and perspective while maintaining professionalism and accountability.
Search Team
AWT has retained Criterion Search Group to identify an Executive Director. For more information regarding this leadership opportunity or to apply, please contact Criterion Search Group at administrator@criterionsg.com or 610-581-0590.
Broad Street Love (BSL) is a highly respected, mission-driven nonprofit organization uniquely positioned within Philadelphia’s social service ecosystem. Known for its practice of radical hospitality and innovative, partnership-driven service model, BSL meets urgent community needs while advancing dignity, trust, and systemic impact.
Position Overview
This is a rare opportunity for a visionary, externally oriented leader who is equally committed to internal stewardship and organizational health. The CEO will guide BSL through its next transformation, build on successful fundraising for operating and capital funds and strengthen BSL’s role as a convener, collaborator, and innovator within Philadelphia.
The incoming CEO will inherit a deeply committed staff, a newly onboarded COO, and an engaged Board eager to partner closely in shaping the organization’s future.
Position Responsibilities
Top Responsibilities
Must-Have Qualifications
Search Team
Broad Street Love has retained Criterion Search Group to identify a Chief Executive Officer. For more information regarding this leadership opportunity or to apply, please contact Criterion Search Group at administrator@criterionsg.com or
610-581-0590.
Laurel Hill Cemetery, founded in 1836, is a Philadelphia regional landmark where history, art, nature, and community converge across nearly 265 acres of breathtaking landscape. A pioneer of America’s rural cemetery movement, Laurel Hill remains a national leader in reimagining what cemeteries can be. Its unique structure, two separate cemetery companies, a funeral home, and the Friends of Laurel Hill nonprofit, works in concert under unified leadership as the organization enters a pivotal chapter with a vision for long-term sustainability.
Position Overview
The Director of Finance is a strategic finance leader reporting to the CEO, responsible for strengthening Laurel Hill’s financial infrastructure and positioning the organization for its next era of growth. The role combines traditional accounting responsibilities with the opportunity to serve as a thought partner to the CEO and Board, bringing financial clarity to complex decisions and long-term planning.
Position Responsibilities
Top Responsibilities
Must-Have Qualifications
Search Team
Laurel Hill has retained Criterion Search Group to identify a Director of Finance. For more information regarding this leadership opportunity or to apply, please contact Criterion Search Group at administrator@criterionsg.com or
610-581-0590.
Founded in 1988, Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia is a 75-member association that connects, convenes, informs, and leads funders across the region. The organization is guided by the values of Adaptive Leadership, Equity, Partnership, Openness, Learning, and Stewardship.
Position Overview
The Executive Director will stabilize, strengthen, and elevate an organization emerging from several years of transition. Reporting to the Board, this hands-on leader will work with consultants and the board to advance the mission, restore member confidence, expand revenue, build strategic partnerships, and position the Network as the region’s essential hub for philanthropic learning, collaboration, and leadership.
Position Responsibilities
Top Responsibilities
• Provide clear strategic direction; realign mission and organizational priorities.
• Serve as spokesperson and liaison; build a trusted presence across Greater Philadelphia.
• Lead financial planning and budgeting; ensure transparency and stability.
• Shape sponsorships, partnerships, programs, grants, and new initiatives.
• Partner with the board on governance, succession, and strategic planning.
• Determine a sustainable staffing and resourcing model; oversee consultant-supported operations.
Must-Have Qualifications
• Innovative leadership experience in philanthropy, nonprofit networks, funder collaboratives,
or regional associations.
• Experience with membership organizations and volunteer boards; strong external relations
and convening skills
• Deep knowledge of Greater Philadelphia relationships and philanthropy trends.
• Ability to leverage technology to enhance operations and outcomes.
Search Team
Philanthropy Network has retained Criterion Search Group to identify an Executive Director.
For more information regarding this leadership opportunity or to apply, please contact Criterion Search Group at administrator@criterionsg.com or 610-581-0590.