President

Step into the President role at Whitney Brothers, an employee-owned subsidiary of Empowered Ventures. Whitney Brothers is more than just a business – it’s a pillar of the Keene community, a producer of high-quality, award-winning educational furniture for children, and a place where people take deep pride in their work. With a capable, dedicated management team already in place, we are looking for the right leader to honor this business’s legacy while driving innovation and growth in a rapidly evolving marketplace. We are particularly focused on finding the leader who shares our values – who understands that success isn’t only about financial performance, but about creating the conditions where its 50 employees feel empowered, engaged, and aligned with the company’s vision. The ideal candidate will be: · A Business-Minded Leader – You have strong financial and operational acumen and can lead a manufacturing business toward profitable growth. You know how to balance cost management with investments in people, technology, and innovation. · A People-Centered Executive – You understand that Whitney Brothers’ employees make the company what it is, and you will invest in their growth, well-being and engagement. You will lead with transparency, integrity, and accountability. · A Strategic Thinker & Doer – You can craft a compelling vision and strategy while also rolling up your sleeves to ensure execution. · A Growth-Oriented Leader – You recognize opportunities for expansion, innovation, and market development, ensuring Whitney Brothers thrives in a competitive landscape. You are focused on scalable, sustainable growth while maintaining the company’s strong reputation and quality. · A Culture Builder – You will protect and enhance Whitney Brother’s values-driven culture, ensuring employee ownership is a real and tangible advantage. · Customer-Focused – You will keep Whitney Brother’s reputation for high-quality, American-made products strong while also looking for ways to innovate and serve customers better. · An Empowering Leader – You will develop a leadership team that thrives on autonomy, decision-making clarity, and a shared sense of ownership. Why This Role is Unique: Whitney Brothers is a modern, stable, and growing business with a proud legacy. Recent investments and operational excellence have created a business that is poised to grow. Reporting directly to Empowered Ventures and with full responsibility for Whitney Brothers, the next President will have the chance to build on its strengths, expand opportunities, and lead a team of employee-owners toward an even brighter future. If you’re passionate about collaborative leadership, ownership, and building something that truly matters, we’d love to talk to you.