ExecutiveDirector

## Description Collaborative Strategies is conducting this search on behalf of Food Outreach, a St. Louis-based nonprofit with 38 years of impact. Food Outreach is the region’s only nonprofit providing medically tailored nutrition to individuals living with HIV and cancer, delivering services through medically tailored meals and groceries and medical nutrition therapy. Food Outreach is positioned for its next chapter, grounded in strong community trust and a clear strategic direction centered on the “Food is Medicine” movement. The organization is advancing key priorities including accreditation, technology and data investment, brand positioning, and readiness for future facility expansion and capital planning. The next Executive Director will accelerate this work by strengthening and diversifying revenue, expanding healthcare and payer partnerships, and guiding a committed team through continued growth and change. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the organization’s chief leader and external representative, responsible for strategy, fundraising, operations, and organizational performance. This role requires a leader who combines deep mission alignment with disciplined execution, data-informed decision-making, and strong executive judgment. In this role, you will: ADVANCE STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND ORGANIZATIONAL EVOLUTION - Lead execution of the strategic plan, including continued progress toward “Food is Medicine” accreditation, investment in technology and data capabilities, expansion of healthcare and payer partnerships, and preparation for facility expansion and capital campaign readiness. Balance near-term execution with long-term positioning for growth and sustainability. BUILD AND LEAD A HIGH-PERFORMING TEAM - Provide immediate leadership stability during a period of transition while maintaining a strong, accountable, and mission-aligned culture. Develop internal leadership capability, strengthen management practices, and en