Chief Officer

Description

Northwest Center is an ambitious, dynamic, and driven social enterprise organization that operates successful businesses to drive societal change. We are focused on our collective North— a world where all children have equitable access to education, and the employment rate for people with disabilities is the same as the general population. Since its inception in 1965, Northwest Center has built and acquired a portfolio of commercial businesses to fuel our mission of disability inclusion and enable our journey North.

We are entering a new chapter focused on expanding our reach, strengthening our portfolio, and creating new avenues for impact.

Chief Growth Officer

Seattle, WA | Hybrid | Full-Time Exempt

Target start date of February 1, 2026

The Chief Growth Officer (CGO) is a pivotal member of the Executive Leadership Team and a key architect of Northwest Center’s next phase of growth. This role requires a hands‑on executive who can define the growth agenda and establish the systems and partnerships necessary to achieve it.

The CGO will lead the organization’s growth strategy and drive revenue generation across targeted business areas, with an initial emphasis on the program portfolio. Working closely with fellow executive leaders, particularly the Chief Operations Officer (COO), this leader will ensure alignment between growth initiatives and operational delivery.

Core responsibilities include building a scalable sales infrastructure to support long‑term growth, leading marketing efforts to position the organization for greater impact, and developing new revenue streams and strategic partnerships that advance Northwest Center’s mission.

The ideal candidate brings deep sales expertise, proven experience carrying a quota, and the ability to design and implement sales operating systems from day one. Hands‑on sales leaders with a track record of overseeing marketing and revenue generation are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $225,000 to $260,000

Bonus:
Eligible for annual variable compensation program, plus additional annual incentives tied to growth

• Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Parental Leave & Paid Compassion Leave
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
• Mental Wellness Program, including six free therapy sessions per year
• Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25/month
• Student Loan Contribution Program - $50/month
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

Check out the entire list of benefits Northwest Center has to offer here:

• Drive revenue generation and expansion opportunities, with an initial focus on the programmatic portfolio under the Chief Program Officer’s leadership
• Cultivate new customer relationships, expand existing accounts, and close deals directly
• Set clear growth priorities and targets in alignment with the organization’s strategic and financial goals

• Establish and operationalize a disciplined, organization‑wide sales framework
• Standardize pipeline management, forecasting, and sales compensation structures
• Develop consistent sales governance and accountability mechanisms
• Over time, integrate decentralized sales functions into a cohesive, high‑performing structure

• Directly oversee Marketing, ensuring alignment between brand, sales, and business growth priorities
• Manage a dedicated marketing budget and team focused on supporting revenue growth and market positioning
• Strengthen Northwest Center’s external visibility and value proposition

• Identify and advance partnership opportunities, package and sell mission‑aligned programs as clear offerings, and explore entry into new markets
• Partner with program leaders to translate innovative ideas into sustainable revenue streams
• Build and maintain strategic alliances that align with the organization’s mission and business model

• Work closely with the COO on operational readiness to support…