ARIZONA EXPOSITION AND STATE FAIR BOARD The Arizona Exposition and State Fair (AESF) has been an annual tradition since 1884, providing unlimited opportunities to celebrate Arizona’s culture and community. The Arizona State Fair is the largest single event in the State, bringing over 1.5 million people together each Fall for food, fun, and memories that last a lifetime. Deputy Director - Events, Security, Operations Job Location: 1826 West McDowell Road Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $126,500 Grade: E3 This position will remain open until business needs are met Job Summary: This Deputy Director assumes the operational role of creating synergy across departments with the requirements of a high-level agency director. This position will serve as the primary lead for guest services, security, parking, event management, physical plant operations administration, procurement and budget oversight, and state partners coordination. Responsible for fiscal management of departments, as well as statutory oversight and liability implications. This position will specifically support the Executive Director in managing and creating a clean and safe environment for the Arizona Exposition & State Fairgrounds beyond the annual State Fair itself. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. Job Duties: Fair Operations Oversight: •Oversight of all OSHA compliance and safety programs. Operational standards development and oversight • Overseeing and elevating all guest services and customer-related relationships • Overseeing physical plant operations and coordination • Overseeing total fairgrounds security and safety Stakeholder Coordination: • Work with the Accounting Supervisor/ Fairgrounds CFO on creating a working budget for all operations departments • Communicate and coordinate with the Executive Director and dual Deputy Director on a regular basis • Main contact with all DHS, DPS, Phoenix PD, FEMA, and other key agencies Staff Leadership: • Coordinating with HR and department heads on all standardization and training • Coordinating all staff (event and full-time) safety and security training • Managing overall events and Fair's physical and support staffing Fair Procurement & Budget Oversight: • Managing departmental budgeting in coordination with the overall fairgrounds budget • Coordinating and overseeing the arena food and drink concessionaire Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: • The principles and practices of personnel management, budgeting and financial management, general bidding procedures, and contracting in order to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate the administrative procedures necessary to operate a major fair or large event with annual attendance of over 500,000 • The principles, practices, and procedures of the fair and exposition industry, including laws and regulations governing the fair industry • The principles and practices necessary to successfully manage a business operation in a public environment • The principles and practices of food and beverage operations and auditing, including Arizona liquor laws Skills in: • Experience in large facility management, contract negotiation and management, project management for capital improvement projects, and budget and financial management • Proven management experience in venue operations, fairgrounds, or public facility management, with annual attendance of over 500,000 • Familiarity with livestock competitions, 4-H/FFA programming, and agricultural events is highly desirable • Proven expertise in budgeting, staff supervision, contract management, and fair or large event execution • Excellent interpersonal, strategic planning, and public communication skills • Working with elected officials, public agencies, or governmental boards Ability to: • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, strategic business partners, first responders, and government leaders • Make verbal and written presentations in a clear and concise manner • Select, develop, motivate, and supervise staff • Exercise tact, ingenuity, and resourcefulness Pre-Employment Requirements: • Valid Arizona Driver's License • If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Benefits: The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Sick leave • Retirement plan • Health and dental insurance • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance • Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: • Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) • Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment Contact Us: • If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov

Remote/Field: Territory for team is the Central part of the United States. Residing in this area is required. About Us CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service (“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance. Position Summary We have an immediate opening available for a Central Division Heavy Truck Director of Sales (DOS). This individual will lead an outside sales team to achieve the projected sales quota and revenue growth for the year, expanding the breadth of CDK layered applications and services into new and existing clients. Responsibilities - Monitor performance of team - Achieve financial goals - Develop, motivate, and counsel staff while fostering a collaborative environment, - Provide feedback information about market conditions and plan sales strategy per quarter to achieve fiscal year goals. - Accountable for working with current and competitive accounts - Hiring, and building a successful sales team, as well as directing/managing staff performance - Handle customer issues and satisfaction, assist in driving efforts to increase client retention, and achieve annual assigned sales plan, working under guidance of Region General Manager. QUALIFICATIONS - 4-year college degree or equivalent experience - Minimum 6-8 years of related experience in leading a quota-exceeding team, specifically selling complex software solutions - Knowledge and/or experience of heavy truck and/or automotive dealership industry; either working in or selling to - 1-3 years of outside B2B sales/including new and existing business development - Ability to travel approximately 75% is required - Excellent planning, project management, analytical and facilitation skills - Demonstrated ability to lead and work within a multi-functional team environment, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results - Excellent verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to make effective presentations to a variety of senior level audiences - Demonstrated ability to make meaningful recommendations to senior management regarding the strategic direction of the sales organization, including the ability to make tough recommendations Salary: $155,000 + Commissions + Benefits CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to: - Paid Time Off (PTO) - 401K Matching Program - Tuition Reimbursement At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact. CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law. Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. CDK retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed.

Talent is evenly distributed, opportunity is not. We exist to change that. The National Education Opportunity Network (NEON) is a rapidly scaling education justice non-profit that seeks to propel economic mobility by democratizing access to higher education. We deliver and support actual college credit-bearing courses from our nation’s top universities (Howard, Stanford, Wharton, Spelman, Brown, Wesleyan, Dartmouth, and more) into teacher-led high school classrooms in low-income, Title 1 high schools - at no cost to students. Since our inception in 2019, we have reached nearly 60,000 scholars from 160 districts in 34 states and are on track to serve 1 million scholars within the next decade. We are a passionate team of former education and civil rights leaders, teachers, policy-wonks, and consultants – with an active board, including former U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan; founder of the Children’s Defense Fund, Marian Wright Edelman; University of Pennsylvania Professor, Angela Duckworth; CEO of the Common App, Jenny Rickard; and former Howard University President, Dr. Wayne Frederick. To learn more about our mission and our work, please read this New York Times front-page feature, this Forbes article, or just click this 3 minute video clip of the experts (our scholars!) discussing the impact of this opportunity with Judge Ann Claire Williams, Ret., trustee, Carnegie Corporation of New York. THE ROLE The Director of Business Development will lead the continued expansion of NEON’s fundraising engine, bringing creativity and relationship excellence to steward a growing base of philanthropic partners. This leader will be both a strategist and a doer - able to set direction, build systems, and personally cultivate high-value relationships that support NEON’s mission and growth. Though the role responsibilities will shift to meet the needs of our growing organization, your skills and expertise will be leveraged to: - Lead and grow a portfolio of donors: Own cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship for individual givers; personally manage relationships with high-capacity donors and prospects, focusing on multi-year and unrestricted commitments. - Support foundation and corporate partnerships: Develop customized pitches, renewal proposals, and donor engagement materials; ensure timely delivery of reports, grant materials, and investment cases. - Manage development operations and systems: Oversee grant/report deadlines and lead weekly development meetings, monitor portfolio health and team performance relative to development goals, identify and resolve potential risks, and ensure accountability across deliverables. - Collaborate cross-functionally to advance fundraising strategy and our broader mission: Work closely with senior leaders, communications, and program teams to align donor strategy with organizational goals, impact data, and budget needs. THE QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: - Education & Experience: - 6+ years in fast-paced, rigorous environments (e.g., consulting, strategy, finance, philanthropy, campaigns, policy, or high-growth nonprofits). Traditional development experience is welcome but not required. - Skills & Competencies: - Proven ability to build trust, influence senior stakeholders, and manage complex external relationships with discretion and emotional intelligence. - Exceptional writing, storytelling, and public speaking skills, with the ability to turn complex work into compelling narratives. - Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional workstreams, set priorities, manage deadlines, and drive toward outcomes. - Eagerness to design, test, and improve systems and approaches; ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels. - Commitment to Educational Equity: - A deep, personal commitment to advancing educational equity and supporting students from underserved backgrounds. - Passion for expanding opportunities and addressing the systemic challenges that exist in Title I schools. THE SALARY The Director of Business Development role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $100,000 to $150,000, plus a potentially substantial performance bonus, with final salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. New hires typically start between the range minimum and midpoint. A comprehensive benefits package is also available. THE TEAM The Director of Business Development role will join a fast-paced team of equity warriors committed to providing opportunities for students who have historically and systemically been left out of opportunities. This position will report directly to the President and Chief Operating Officer, with frequent interactions with the CEO. Our organization is 100% remote, with team gatherings throughout the year, and opportunities to travel. Applicants do not need to live in the state of New York. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter on our website. This is a competitive and active national search. You will be notified promptly if you are being considered for this position. Thank you for your interest in propelling opportunities! It is the policy of the National Education Opportunity Network not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status. We will take specific action to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other Terms and Conditions of Employment except as provided by law.

**REMOTE POSITION** Vesper Energy is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Mergers and Acquisitions to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing mergers and acquisitions transactions that align with the company's Corporate Development and Capital Plan growth strategy. As the Director of M&A, you will work across the organization with all of the major functional departments (e.g. development, engineering, transmission, finance, and operations), present and communicate regularly with senior executives to drive key business initiatives and contribute to the expansion of our 14+ GW development pipeline. Role Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field. MBA preferred. Investment banking experience preferred. Years of Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions within the renewable energy sector, with a proven track record of successfully executing both sale side and buy side transactions. Additional Skills, abilities & knowledge: - In-depth understanding of the renewable energy market, including project development, US energy markets, utilities, infrastructure, financing structures, and financial models. - Strong analytic capabilities with a solid understanding of asset valuation and the ability to analyze and assess dynamic development stage investment opportunities. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively and succinctly articulate opportunities, creative problem solving, and assess, manage, summarize execution risk with internal and external stakeholders at various levels. - Proven experience in leading and motivating cross-functional teams, with the ability to drive results in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. - Effective communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence. - Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team. Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement the M&A strategy aligned with the company's Corporate Development and Capital Plan business objectives and renewable energy market trends. - Proactively identify and assess target customers, potential asset and partnership opportunities for identified pools of assets and/or not yet identified assets that complement and enhance the Vesper project portfolio. - Conduct market research and analysis, as well as gather market intelligence necessary form a view on market supply/demand, competitor analysis, and market dynamics. - Lead and manage all aspects of day-to-day transaction process to ensure comprehensive due diligence processes as well as timely completion and cost effective, competitive results. - Evaluate financial, operational, and regulatory aspects of target companies. - Analyze and assess key development risks and opportunities associated with proposed transactions. - Analyze financial models to evaluate potential deal structures, ensuring alignment with company financial goals and return on investment criteria. - Analyze and interpret financial data to recommend and support decision-making. - Lead negotiations, structuring, and execution of transactions, working closely with development, engineering, origination, operations, legal, finance, and other relevant teams to ensure successful deal closure. - Structure deals to maximize value and mitigate risks. - Collaborate with legal and finance teams to finalize deal terms and agreements. - Develop integration plans for successful post-merger implementation. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless integration process. - Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and their role in renewable energy projects. - Identify and assess PPA-related risks and opportunities in potential transactions. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, financial institutions, industry players, and other stakeholders to facilitate successful M&A transactions. - Effectively communicate with internal teams and executives on M&A activities.