Mission EDC launches search for new CEO with salary up to $190K
The Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED) in Mission serves as the headquarters of the Mission Economic Development Corporation. Courtesy of | Mission Economic Development Corporation

The Mission Economic Development Corporation has launched a search for its next chief executive officer, offering an annual salary of $165,000 to $190,000 to lead the city’s business recruitment and economic development efforts.

The position opened Monday, with Altiva Management Group conducting the executive search on behalf of Mission EDC.

The new CEO will oversee an $8.2 million annual operating budget and lead efforts to attract new businesses, help existing companies expand, support workforce development and strengthen small business programs.

Mission EDC is a Type B economic development corporation funded primarily through a dedicated local sales tax. It serves Mission, a border city with a population of approximately 88,992.

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