Executive Director

About American Economic Liberties Project

The American Economic Liberties Project is a non-partisan, non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to fighting monopoly power. We combine policy and regulatory expertise with strategic communications, coalition-building, and advocacy campaigns to help ensure policymakers protect workers, small businesses, communities, and democracy from monopolistic corporations to advance economic liberty for all.

Position Summary

The American Economic Liberties Project (AELP) is a leading advocacy organization focused on challenging concentrated economic power, promoting fair markets, and protecting democratic values. We seek a visionary and strategic Executive Director to lead our organization through its next phase of growth and impact, overseeing efforts to curb monopolistic practices, influence policy reform, and advance economic justice across industries.

AELP is dedicated to promoting fair, open, and democratic markets by addressing concentrated economic power and advocating for structural reforms across industries. The Executive Director will lead the team in advancing AELP’s mission to curb monopolistic practices, empower policymakers, and protect democratic values in the economy.

The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of AELP. This includes shaping and driving advocacy campaigns, expanding partnerships, and serving as the organization’s primary spokesperson and representative in public and policy-making spaces. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will manage a talented team of policy experts, researchers, communicators, and advocates to ensure AELP’s effectiveness in advancing its mission.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and refine AELP’s long-term strategic plan, aligning goals across departments to ensure mission impact and organizational growth.
• Identify emerging trends and threats in the economic and regulatory landscape to proactively shape AELP’s priorities and positioning.
• Set measurable goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess organizational effectiveness and progress toward strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with the Board and key stakeholders to regularly evaluate and adjust the organization’s strategic plan, ensuring responsiveness to evolving needs.
• Foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and mission alignment within the team, encouraging staff development and cross-functional collaboration.
• Promote internal practices that reflect AELP’s values of economic justice and democracy, strengthening team cohesion and resilience.

Policy & Advocacy

• Oversee the development of impactful, evidence-based policy proposals, ensuring alignment with AELP’s mission to reduce economic concentration and promote fair competition.
• Lead the organization’s advocacy strategies by identifying key policy priorities, setting campaign goals, and defining policy targets at federal, state, and local levels.
• Establish and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, and government officials to advance AELP’s policy objectives.
• Direct research efforts to support policy development, working with experts to generate high-quality reports, white papers, and policy briefs.
• Mobilize coalitions, partnerships, and networks to build broad-based support for AELP’s policy goals, leveraging diverse voices to amplify impact.
• Develop public awareness campaigns and participate in media engagements to inform and engage the public on issues of economic justice and antitrust reform.

Organizational Management

• Provide guidance, motivation, and support to help the team succeed in their roles.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork and collaboration, encouraging staff members to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
• Provide regular feedback to staff members, both in the form of ongoing coaching and formal performance evaluations, to ensure that they are meeting performance expectations and growing in their roles.
• Develop and implement staff development plans to support the ongoing growth and professional development of each team member.
• Model and promote AELP’s values and culture, setting a high standard for ethical and effective behavior in all interactions.
• Oversee AELP’s high-level financial management, ensuring that the organization is financially sound and operating with financial prudence for long-term sustainability.
• Lead the development of AELP’s annual budget, alongside program and operations staff, to ensure that it aligns with the organization’s goals and priorities.
• Monitor financial performance on an ongoing basis, tracking revenue and expenses and making adjustments as needed to ensure that AELP is operating within its budget.

External Engagement & Communications

• Develop and direct a comprehensive communications strategy that maximizes AELP’s visibility and reach.
• Act as AELP’s spokesperson and represent the organization at public events and speaking engagements.

Board Collaboration & Fundraising

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to ensure that AELP is fulfilling its mission.
• Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors regarding AELP’s operations and performance.
• Work with the Board of Directors to develop and implement policies and procedures that support AELP’s mission and goals.
• Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy that aligns with AELP’s mission and goals.

Qualifications

All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and relationship management experience, including:

• At least 10 years of senior management experience.
• Proven experience in nonprofit or policy leadership.
• Background in economics, law, public policy, or related fields.
• Strong strategic vision and problem-solving skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $160,000 to $190,000. Generous benefits included.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].