Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead a complex, mission-driven organization and build on its established foundation. The CEO will set strategic priorities, translate them into operating plans, and oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, revenue management, and capital planning. Responsibilities include developing and holding senior leaders accountable, strengthening organizational systems, and partnering with the governing board on strategy and governance. The CEO will also serve as an external ambassador, build relationships with community and industry partners, and ensure safe, high-quality operations while stewarding important historic assets and engaging staff and volunteers. Candidates should bring substantial senior leadership experience with enterprise-wide responsibility in a complex, multifunctional organization, along with strong financial and business acumen. The role requires a record of developing senior leaders, experience working with a governing board, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Experience in transportation, museums, attractions, tourism, hospitality, or another visitor-facing enterprise is preferred, as is familiarity with regulated or safety-sensitive operations and volunteer-intensive organizations. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and executive experience is required; an advanced degree is welcome but not necessary.