President and CEO

Summit Search Group has proudly partnered with Sport Manitoba on the search of their next President and CEO.

Sport Manitoba is the leading planning, programming, and funding agency for the development of amateur sport in Manitoba. Their goal is simple: they aim to ensure every Manitoban has access to the resources they need to achieve their full athletic potential. They work with over 100 provincial and community organizations to develop the skill sets of Manitoba’s athletes, coaches, volunteers, and officials.

Since their establishment in 1996, they have witnessed countless inspiring stories of individuals overcoming challenges, reaching new heights, and leaving a lasting impact on the sporting landscape.

The President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and management of Sport Manitoba. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides strategic direction and operational oversight to advance Sport Manitoba’s mission, vision, and values. As the organization’s primary ambassador and public voice, the President & CEO builds and maintains strong relationships with Provincial Sport Organizations, government partners, funders, and community stakeholders.

The President & CEO advances high-quality, inclusive, and safe sport delivery throughout Manitoba while ensuring financial sustainability, organizational effectiveness, and long-term impact.

• Serve as the senior staff resource to the Board of Directors and its committees
• Advise the Board on policy, strategy, organizational performance, and emerging issues affecting Sport Manitoba
• Attend all meetings of the Board and committees as a non-voting ex-officio member
• Ensure thetimelypreparation of agendas, reports, minutes, and follow-up actions
• Keep the Board, through the Chair, fully informed of significant developments, risks, and opportunities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic and business plans aligned with Board-approved priorities
• Translate strategicobjectivesinto operational plans with measurable outcomes
• Monitor progress and report regularly to the Board on organizational performance and impact

• Direct the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets and present them to the Board for approval
• Ensure sound financial controls, policies, and reporting systems are in place
• Monitor financial performance and ensure compliance with approved budgets
• Oversee investment practices and make recommendations to the Boardregardinginvestment policies
• Ensure the safeguarding of organizational assets, records, and insurance coverage
• Facilities and Asset Management :
  
  Oversee the ownership, operation, and maintenance of Sport Manitoba’s facility, ensuring it meets organizational needs, legal and safety requirements, and supports programming and community partnerships. Monitor facility-related budgets and capital planning to ensure cost-effective and sustainable operations
• Revenue Generation and Fundraising: Develop and oversee strategies to generate diversified revenue streams, including sponsor ships, partnerships, grants, and facility-based opportunities. Build relationships with corporate, community, and philanthropic partners to support Sport Manitoba’s mission and long-term sustainability. Collaborate with the Board to identify and secure funding opportunities and monitor/report on revenue initiatives and financial outcomes

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to senior staff and the management team
• Ensure effective human resource policies and practices are in place and consistently applied
• Authorize the hiring, supervision, evaluation, development, and termination of staff
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-based workplace culture
• Support leadership development and succession planning to ensure organizational continuity

• Strengthen relationships with Sport Partner Organizations  and provide leadership in building their capacity
• Support the…