WKU understands that no single candidate will possess all the ideal qualifications and characteristics, but seeks candidates who bring many of the following: Demonstrated ability to execute an organizational strategy and translate vision into outcomes; strong project management and organizational skills, with particular attention paid to execution; A heightened sense of political acumen; the leadership presence needed to guide change, influence diverse constituencies, and build alignment around new strategic directions; Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives involving academia, industry, and government; demonstrated capacity to foster collaboration among different stakeholders; Familiarity with applied research activity, research commercialization, or technology transfer; an appreciation for the academic, scholarly, and teaching missions of a research university; Ability to engage and build trust with faculty, researchers, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners; Knowledge of regional economic development practices and drivers of industrial growth; an interest in supporting entrepreneurship in targeted sectors such as technology and healthcare; Experience managing organizational operations, budgets, and personnel; the ability to leverage limited resources creatively and to maximize return on investment; Strong communication skills and the ability to serve effectively as the face of an organization; A team player with a natural curiosity and the desire to work hard to realize an ambitious vision. The Executive Director will play a meaningful role in this effort, shaping the Innovation Campus into an incubator-like environment for technology-oriented entrepreneurs and emerging healthcare ventures, supporting workforce development activities that both train students and encourage them to remain local, and strengthening ties with the Regional Technology Council (which is based on the Innovation Campus), the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, and other partners.