Executive Director, Color Pigments Manufacturers Association, Inc.

Company Name: Color Pigments Manufacturers Association (CPMA)
 
Company Description: Since it was formed in 1925, CPMA has been dedicated to identifying solutions to public policy challenges facing the color pigments industry. Today, CPMA serves as the recognized industry voice and expert on environmental, health, safety and trade issues, engaging government agencies and collaborating with industry stakeholders in shaping the future of the color pigments industry and its diverse markets. CPMA members gain insight into the latest legislation and regulations impacting their companies and products, receive sound guidance tools necessary for business compliance and learn about technical innovations necessary to meet customer expectations.
 
Position: Executive Director, Color Pigments Manufacturers Association, Inc.
Classification: Exempt
Department: Association Management Services
Reports To: CPMA Board of Directors (internally to SOCMA President & CEO)
Job Location: Virginia, United States
Salary Range: $175,00-$185,000

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for strategic leadership, regulatory advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and operational execution for the Color Pigments Manufacturers Association, Inc. (CPMA). Serves as the industry’s primary spokesperson and relationship-builder with policymakers, allied associations, and global value chain partners. Manages all aspects of the association’s operations, regulatory agenda, member services, and financial sustainability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead CPMA’s advocacy and regulatory strategy with a proactive, science-based approach to policy
  development to achieve strategic plan goals and objectives. Serve as an effective communicator and trusted partner with agencies such as EPA, while building strong relationships with international industry associations and allied organizations (e.g., Eurocolour, ETAD, ACA, NAPIM, NAM, Plastics).
• Track, interpret, and synthesize emerging trends across policy, science, sustainability, and global markets. Provide members with early-warning insights and contextualized guidance that helps them anticipate and respond to evolving risks and opportunities.
• Proactively identify and communicate CPMA’s value to members. Listen for and act on feedback to ensure members derive tangible benefit from membership, including through regulatory insight, customer education, and market intelligence.
• Develop and manage recruitment and retention strategies that facilitate long-term membership growth.
• Work collaboratively with SOCMA’s marketing and communications teams to produce high-quality
  publications and digital content that articulate CPMA’s impact and value.
• Plan and direct CPMA’s executive, technical, operational, and financial programs. Support and implement strategic priorities including advocacy, value chain collaboration, membership value, global positioning, and sustainability leadership.
• Facilitate meetings and communications with regulatory agencies and elected officials to advance member interests. Draft and deliver comments, position papers, and testimony, as needed.
• Direct legal reviews, committee logistics, member meetings, and other association activities, ensuring effective engagement and participation.
• Manage association financials including budgets, dues collection, and reporting. Maintain strong controls and transparent communication as Treasurer of CPMA.
• Provide administrative leadership, staff support, and consultant coordination. Oversee all operational elements and fulfill Secretary duties per CPMA bylaws.
• Represent CPMA externally as the primary spokesperson. Cultivate media and industry relationships that elevate CPMA’s profile and advance its agenda.
• Serve as a connector across the value chain—engaging members, customer associations, suppliers, and downstream users to strengthen the association’s position.
• Other responsibilities as needed to address emerging issues or board-directed initiatives
  Desired Skills and Expertise *

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY ASSETS:

• Executive presence and ability to serve as the face of the pigments industry.
• High emotional intelligence, political savvy, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong public speaking, strategic messaging, and media engagement capabilities.
• Agility and responsiveness in high-pressure, fast-moving regulatory environments.
• Intellectual curiosity and systems thinking to anticipate cross-sector challenges.
• Effective time and project management in a lean-staff, high-complexity environment.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing association budgets and dues.
• Technical or scientific knowledge relevant to specialty chemicals value chain
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with association management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead boards, drive consensus, and manage consultants effectively.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in association leadership, preferably as a President, CEO, or Executive Director.
• Background in regulatory affairs, public policy, or science-driven industry (e.g., specialty chemicals,
  pigments, coatings, inks, plastics) preferred.
• BA/BS degree in science, business, public policy, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in association management are a plus.
• Familiarity with global chemical regulations (e.g., TSCA, REACH) and the colorant value chain is strongly preferred.

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