ICBA INNOVATION - SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, SERVICES NETWORK CEO
The Senior Executive Vice President, Services Network CEO provides executive leadership for ICBA Services Network’s portfolio of for-profit subsidiaries, setting strategy and driving sustainable revenue growth. This role is accountable for overall performance across the Network, including profitability, operational effectiveness, and the identification and execution of new growth opportunities through investments, acquisitions, partnerships, and solution strategy. This role is responsible for direct supervision of the Network CEOs. Working closely with ICBA executive leadership, Board of Directors and subsidiary business leaders, the CEO aligns priorities, accelerates innovation, and ensures the Network delivers meaningful value to community banks now and in the future.
ICBA has engaged an external executive search firm to assist with the recruitment of this role; all candidate inquiries and submissions will be managed through that partnership.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan that advances the Network’s mission, accelerates revenue, and positions ICBA’s subsidiaries for long-term competitiveness and relevance in the community banking ecosystem.
Identify, evaluate, and lead growth opportunities — including investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships — from opportunity sourcing through integration and performance realization.
Align Network priorities with ICBA’s enterprise objectives, ensuring subsidiaries operate as a cohesive portfolio rather than independent silos.
Operational & Financial Leadership
Own enterprise-level P&L across all subsidiary business lines, with full accountability for forecasting, performance management, and delivering against profitability targets.
Evaluate and continuously improve operational systems, processes, and infrastructure to position the Network to meet and exceed financial and business objectives.
Establish performance frameworks and accountability structures that drive results at both the subsidiary and enterprise level.
Leadership & Talent
Provide strategic direction, coaching, and oversight to subsidiary business leaders; evaluate executive performance in alignment with Network and individual objectives.
Build a high-performing leadership culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Model and reinforce ICBA’s values across the Network, ensuring cultural alignment across diverse business entities.
Stakeholder Engagement & External Relations
Cultivate and sustain productive relationships with corporate partners, marketing partners, fintechs, and vendors to advance product development and business growth.
Represent the Network with ICBA’s Board and senior stakeholders, presenting strategy, results, and key risks with clarity and confidence.
Serve as an ambassador for community banking, deepening the Network’s credibility and influence in the broader financial services marketplace.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
15+ years of senior leadership experience, with demonstrated success directing multi-entity or multi-division operations in banking, financial services, fintech, or a related environment.
Proven enterprise P&L ownership across multiple business lines, including forecasting, performance management, and growth accountability.
Deep knowledge of the community banking and fintech landscape, including the competitive, regulatory, and strategic forces shaping community bank growth and profitability.
Track record of go-to-market and commercialization success is a plus, including product positioning, pricing strategy, channel partnerships, and revenue acceleration.
Demonstrated experience leading M&A activity from opportunity identification and due diligence through valuation, negotiation, and integration is a plus.
Experience building and managing fintech, vendor, and strategic partner relationships with a focus on scalable, performance-driven outcomes.
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and evaluate a team of senior executives across diverse business functions.
Exceptional communicator and collaborator — able to navigate complex organizational dynamics, build trust across stakeholder groups, and influence without authority.
Visionary, operationally disciplined, and mission-driven, with the agility to thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment.
Compensation and Benefits
ICBA offers competitive compensation and benefits and is conveniently located in the nation’s capital. Compensation for this role is commensurate with experience, qualifications, market data, and internal equity.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ICBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. ICBA does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)’s guiding mission is to create and promote environments where community banks flourish. We are:
• Dedicated advocates providing community bankers, policymakers and the public with authoritative insights and resources to support and strengthen community banking.
• Knowledgeable, applying their expertise to offer personalized service that addresses the distinct challenges and opportunities facing community banks.
• Community-centered, driving meaningful change that strengthens community banks and the communities they serve. We turn commitment into action and deliver real results.
ICBA’s workplace culture is built on our core values:
• Caring -We support and prioritize your well-being and professional growth.
• Connected - We foster strong relationships that create meaningful impact.
• Collaboration – We are team-oriented and results driven where diverse perspectives are valued, and innovative ideas are encouraged to achieve our common goals.
Join ICBA and further your career while making a lasting impact!
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ICBA has engaged an external executive search firm to assist with the recruitment of this role; all candidate inquiries and submissions will be managed through that partnership.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan that advances the Network’s mission, accelerates revenue, and positions ICBA’s subsidiaries for long-term competitiveness and relevance in the community banking ecosystem.
Identify, evaluate, and lead growth opportunities — including investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships — from opportunity sourcing through integration and performance realization.
Align Network priorities with ICBA’s enterprise objectives, ensuring subsidiaries operate as a cohesive portfolio rather than independent silos.
Operational & Financial Leadership
Own enterprise-level P&L across all subsidiary business lines, with full accountability for forecasting, performance management, and delivering against profitability targets.
Evaluate and continuously improve operational systems, processes, and infrastructure to position the Network to meet and exceed financial and business objectives.
Establish performance frameworks and accountability structures that drive results at both the subsidiary and enterprise level.
Leadership & Talent
Provide strategic direction, coaching, and oversight to subsidiary business leaders; evaluate executive performance in alignment with Network and individual objectives.
Build a high-performing leadership culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Model and reinforce ICBA’s values across the Network, ensuring cultural alignment across diverse business entities.
Stakeholder Engagement & External Relations
Cultivate and sustain productive relationships with corporate partners, marketing partners, fintechs, and vendors to advance product development and business growth.
Represent the Network with ICBA’s Board and senior stakeholders, presenting strategy, results, and key risks with clarity and confidence.
Serve as an ambassador for community banking, deepening the Network’s credibility and influence in the broader financial services marketplace.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
15+ years of senior leadership experience, with demonstrated success directing multi-entity or multi-division operations in banking, financial services, fintech, or a related environment.
Proven enterprise P&L ownership across multiple business lines, including forecasting, performance management, and growth accountability.
Deep knowledge of the community banking and fintech landscape, including the competitive, regulatory, and strategic forces shaping community bank growth and profitability.
Track record of go-to-market and commercialization success is a plus, including product positioning, pricing strategy, channel partnerships, and revenue acceleration.
Demonstrated experience leading M&A activity from opportunity identification and due diligence through valuation, negotiation, and integration is a plus.
Experience building and managing fintech, vendor, and strategic partner relationships with a focus on scalable, performance-driven outcomes.
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and evaluate a team of senior executives across diverse business functions.
Exceptional communicator and collaborator — able to navigate complex organizational dynamics, build trust across stakeholder groups, and influence without authority.
Visionary, operationally disciplined, and mission-driven, with the agility to thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment.
Compensation and Benefits
ICBA offers competitive compensation and benefits and is conveniently located in the nation’s capital. Compensation for this role is commensurate with experience, qualifications, market data, and internal equity.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ICBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. ICBA does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)’s guiding mission is to create and promote environments where community banks flourish. We are:
• Dedicated advocates providing community bankers, policymakers and the public with authoritative insights and resources to support and strengthen community banking.
• Knowledgeable, applying their expertise to offer personalized service that addresses the distinct challenges and opportunities facing community banks.
• Community-centered, driving meaningful change that strengthens community banks and the communities they serve. We turn commitment into action and deliver real results.
ICBA’s workplace culture is built on our core values:
• Caring -We support and prioritize your well-being and professional growth.
• Connected - We foster strong relationships that create meaningful impact.
• Collaboration – We are team-oriented and results driven where diverse perspectives are valued, and innovative ideas are encouraged to achieve our common goals.
Join ICBA and further your career while making a lasting impact!
#LI-Remote
Apply To This Job