The Excel Society is a purpose-driven organization devoted to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities and complex mental health needs in Edmonton and Calgary. At the heart of its work is a deep and unwavering commitment to the people it serves. Through exceptional Community Living and Support Services, Excel ensures individuals are not simply cared for but are supported to live and age with dignity in environments where they are accepted, valued and fully integrated into their communities.

With a spirit of innovation and compassion, Excel Society offers a broad range of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of Albertans. In partnership with individuals and their families or guardians, Excel delivers holistic support across care, housing and community living. Guided by a client-first philosophy, Excel has become a leader in its field – offering transformative, life-enhancing services that inspire hope, independence, and connection.

For more information about Excel Society, please visit their website.

The Opportunity

- Reports to: Board of Directors
- Direct Reports (4): Chief Financial Officer; Chief Infrastructure Officer; Chief Operating Officer; and Chief People Officer
- Location: Edmonton, AB

Mandate

The Excel Society is seeking a strategic, collaborative and mission-inspired President & Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next chapter.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for advancing Excel’s mission through effective strategy execution, leadership of its programs and services, and oversight of organizational operations. The CEO provides leadership across service delivery, housing and capital management, financial stewardship,



organizational effectiveness and the long‑term sustainability of the Society and its related entities.

Working closely with a capable senior leadership team, the CEO will ensure Excel continues to deliver exceptional care while strengthening the systems, partnerships and organizational capacity required to serve clients well into the future.

The CEO will be entrusted to advance Excel’s legacy by:

- Championing exceptional, person‑centred care and service.
- Leading the development and execution of organizational strategy.
- Ensuring strong operational, financial and organizational performance.
- Providing strategic oversight of Excel’s housing and real‑estate portfolio.
- Supporting the continued growth and evolution of Excel’s programs and services.
- Strengthening relationships with government, funders, community partners and other interest holders.
- Building organizational capacity through strong executive leadership, succession planning and talent development.
- Working collaboratively with the Board to support effective governance and informed decision‑making.

Key Accountabilities

- Exceptional Care: Champion Excel’s mission, vision and values and foster a culture where high-quality, person‑centred services remain central to the organization’s work.
- Strategic Leadership:



Lead multi‑year strategic planning and translate the organization’s priorities into clear plans, accountabilities and results.
- Operational Excellence: Provide executive oversight across Excel’s programs and services, strengthening organizational effectiveness, consistency, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Housing and Capital Management: Provide strategic oversight of Excel’s housing and real‑estate portfolio, ensuring its assets, capacity and long‑term plans remain aligned with client needs, service system requirements, organizational priorities and long‑term sustainability.
- Financial Stewardship: Ensure Excel operates within approved financial and budgetary guidelines while maintaining a robust focus on long‑term organizational sustainability.
- Executive Leadership: Lead and empower the senior leadership team, creating clarity, accountability and alignment while supporting succession planning, leadership development and talent retention across the organization.
- Risk and Compliance: Ensure appropriate systems are in place to manage operational, financial, reputational, safety, cybersecurity and other organizational risks, and to meet legislative, regulatory, contractual and accreditation requirements.
- Relationship Building and Government Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with government, funders, regulators, service providers, community organizations and other interest holders. Represent Excel as a credible and respected advocate for the people it serves.
- Board Governance: Serve as the primary advisor to the Board, providing timely and meaningful information on operations, finances, risks and

📌 President & Chief Executive Officer (Edmonton)
🏢 Excel Society
📍 Edmonton