Chief Executive Officer Search
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CEO Candidate Package
Explore the Lake Superior Community Partnership Chief Executive Officer Candidate Package to learn about the role, the organization, and Marquette County.
Announcement
Read the official press release here.
A Thoughtful Leadership Transition
The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) has begun a search for its next Chief Executive Officer as the organization continues strong momentum on a comprehensive, community-based economic development strategy.
This transition is planned, intentional, and rooted in continuity. LSCP’s current Chief Executive Officer will remain in the role until a successor is selected and onboarded, including a structured transition period to ensure stability, knowledge transfer, and continued progress. The current Chief Executive Officer stepping down due to the evolving needs of their family.
While the search is open nationally, LSCP anticipates that the successful candidate will be familiar with collaborative, place-based economic development and comfortable operating within a close-knit community and regional network.
Our Vision for the Next Chief Executive Officer
LSCP is seeking a leader who understands that economic development is, first and foremost, about people—and that strong organizations are built over time through trust, collaboration, and shared purpose.
The next Chief Executive Officer will be a visible, high-profile community leader who values the relationships that make progress possible. This is someone who recognizes the importance of a cup of coffee and a thoughtful conversation in the morning, and the pursuit of a complex, multi-million-dollar initiative in the afternoon. Both matter—and often one makes the other possible.
We are looking for a leader who respects the work done in recent years and sees continuity as a strength. The right candidate will build on LSCP’s intentional evolution by refining and expanding what is already working, while thoughtfully capturing new opportunities as resources and capacity allow.
At the same time, this role calls for a big-picture thinker and strong communicator—someone who can translate complex ideas into clear, accessible language that invites people to the table and encourages shared problem-solving. The ideal leader empowers staff, partners, and stakeholders to have impact through LSCP and takes pride in building strong teams, networks, and partnerships.
LSCP is a well-established, county-wide economic development organization with a strong track record of collaboration, growth, and impact. Additional detail about the organization, its structure, and recent momentum is available in the Chief Executive Officer Candidate Package. You can also access the full position description here.
The Search Process
The search is being led by the LSCP Board of Directors with input from LSCP staff and membership.
Key elements of the process include:
- An initial internal and network-based search
- Confidential review of resumes and cover letters
- First-round interviews (remote), followed by in-person finalist interviews
- A planned transition and onboarding period with the current Chief Executive Officer
LSCP reserves the right to modify the timeline or steps, extend the search, or engage a professional search firm if needed.
How to Express Interest
Individuals interested in learning more about the role are encouraged to review the full Chief Executive Officer Candidate Package, which provides detailed information on LSCP, the role, and the organization’s recent momentum.
To formally express interest, candidates should submit the following by February 13, 2026:
- A resume
- A brief cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience
Materials should be sent to the email below and include “CEO Candidate: [NAME]” in the subject line:
ceosearch@marquette.org
All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially.
Equal Opportunity
LSCP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace. We welcome interest from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
