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Position Summary

The President of the Board of Directors for Loveland Opera Theater (LOT) plays a critical leadership role in advancing the mission: "To bring opera to the hearts and minds of all." As the top officer of the board, the President stewards strategic direction, fosters organizational transparency, ensures financial responsibility, and collaborates closely with the Executive Director to deliver professional, transformative opera experiences across Northern Colorado. This role is essential in guiding LOT’s business plan execution, driving revenue growth, expanding outreach, and strengthening board performance.

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Key Responsibilities

Governance and Leadership

• Chair and oversee all board meetings, including developing and distributing agendas.

• Lead the planning and facilitation of an annual in-person board retreat.

• Maintain regular communication with the Executive Director, offering strategic guidance and support. Hold the Executive Director accountable to annual goals aligned with the LOT business plan and budget.

• Lead the hiring and performance evaluation of the Executive Director.

 

Strategic & Financial Oversight

• Collaborate with the Treasurer, ED and subcommittee leads to review and vet the organization’s business plan and budget.

• Ensure the board tracks and meets key performance indicators (KPIs), such as increasing donor contributions by 15% and expanding audience base by 10% annually.

• Monitor execution of strategic initiatives, including outreach to elementary schools, young artist programming, and donor cultivation.

Board Development

• With the LOT business plan as the guide, lead efforts to identify, recruit, and onboard new board members, filling skill and diversity gaps.

• Provide mentorship to other officers and committee chairs.

• Oversee subcommittee performance and deliver progress reports to the full board.

 

Community Relations and Fundraising

• Serve as an official ambassador and public representative of LOT alongside the Executive Director at community events, productions, and donor appreciation events.

• Lead and participate in donor cultivation, fundraising events, and high-level sponsorship outreach.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Executive-level business acumen with demonstrated ability to drive growth and revenue.

• Proven knowledge of the performing arts industry (opera, musical theater, etc.).

• Strong collaboration and networking skills with commitment to inclusivity and transparency.

• Reside in Northern Colorado with deep local community ties.

• Ability to unify diverse perspectives and foster constructive dialogue.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Prior board governance experience (ideally in Colorado, with knowledge of fiduciary duties and legal compliance).

• Background in nonprofit leadership or community-based arts organizations.

• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and grant writing processes.

• Innovative mindset with ability to evolve traditional arts models.

• Proficiency in digital platforms (Google Workspace, Zoom, collaborative tools)

 

Time Commitment

Approximately 10–15 hours per month, including board meetings, community events, committee work, and regular ED check-ins.

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Benefits of the Role

While this is a volunteer position, the President will have the opportunity to lead one of Northern Colorado’s most vibrant cultural institutions and make a measurable impact on arts accessibility, community engagement, and arts education.

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