Position Title: Banking Reporter: Banks & Credit Unions - Associate Director (NY) Location: New York United States Job Description: Entity: KBRA Analytics, LLC Employment Type: Full-time Summary/Overview: KBRA Analytics, LLC is seeking a Banking Reporter: Banks & Credit Unions, Associate Director to lead research and marketing for its KBRA Financial Intelligence (KFI) product, a market-leading data platform covering all U.S. banks and credit unions. This position is based out of KBRA’s New York office. About the Job: - Collaborate with internal and external sources to deliver breaking news and in-depth reporting on topical banking trends. - Create topical and recurring research pieces for a broad audience of subscribers, prospects, and other industry participants - Deliver data-driven written research, webinar presentations, and other content types to drive brand awareness and engagement. - Build relationships with key media contacts and identify opportunities to proactively pitch published reports and product offerings. - Develop written materials including press releases, targeted email campaigns, and other internal and external communication announcements as required. - Work with Marketing team to promote product content and offerings for press features via social media (LinkedIn, X), email marketing, webinars, and podcasts. - Regularly attend industry conferences with speaking engagements and host product webinars to grow brand recognition - Write sophisticated content for an expert audience of banking, credit union, and other financial sector professionals. - Conduct in-depth interviews with industry experts to deliver unique market insights. You will be successful in this role if you have: - Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Communications, Journalism, or 5-10 years in related field. - Demonstrated background knowledge of banking and credit unions required. - Comprehension of financial markets and macroeconomic data. - Required advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with strong writing and editorial abilities. - Ability to turn complex financial concepts into easily understandable content. - Strong understanding of digital marketing and SEO tools ( Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Marketo) - Strong time management skills; ability to expertly and efficiently multitask. - Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Extreme attention to detail is a must. - Ability to work independently and take initiative in role but also work collaboratively in a team environment. - Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus. Salary Range: The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $150,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors. Benefits: - A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office) - Competitive benefits and paid time off - Paid family and disability leave - 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested) - Employee referral bonus program About Us: KBRA Analytics, LLC (KBRA Analytics) is our premier product platform for high quality data and advanced analytics. Our seasoned teams of industry specialists across each product provide unparalleled insight creating a foundation of deeper analysis and rapid discovery for users. KBRA Analytics is an affiliate of Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA). KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada, and with credit rating affiliates registered in the EU and UK. More Info: KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. #LI-DG1 #LI-HYBRID

Title: Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving Location: Minneapolis United States Job Description: - Employees work in a hybrid mode - Full-time - Job Classification: Staff - FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried/teaching/stipend) - Department: Advancement Services - Type of employment: Regular full-time - Compensation: USD 78,000 - USD 85,000 - yearly Company Description Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students. Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Job Description Summary of Position Augsburg’s Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving leads a comprehensive program for advancing the University’s engagement of its alumni as well as current and future Augsburg benefactors. Supervising a team and many leadership volunteers, this position is a visible leader who inspires others and connects their work with the overall goals of the institution. This position serves on Institutional Advancement’s leadership team and reports directly to Augsburg’s Vice President for Institutional Advancement. As a division, Institutional Advancement holds four core values: 1. We value each person. 2. We are enterprising. 3. We are accountable. 4. We are stewards. Aligned with these values, the Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving will lead strategies to identify and engage alumni and friends that will support Augsburg’s mission, increase pride and awareness of Augsburg, and grow participation rates and dollars raised for the Augsburg Fund and core mission support. Primary Responsibilities Leadership, Management, and Supervision - Participate in planning and implementing divisional priorities and strategies as a member of the leadership team. - Develop, manage, and administer the departmental budget. - Set quarterly and annual goals and manage regular evaluations including detailed work plans that support the overall division wide mission. - Lead and manage a team, fostering a high level of accountability and supporting professional development and training of staff. - Act as primary staff liaison for Augsburg’s alumni board, organizing and executing board activities, committee work, and alumni engagement events. - Oversee the work of Augsburg’s staff and consultants who create and push out messages through direct mail, websites, social media, video, email, and through other channels that support Auggie engagement and annual giving donations. - Partner with Advancement Services on list building and data management, essential to accurate and targeted communications. Fundraising - Lead strategies and execute plans to deliver on fundraising goals for the Augsburg Fund and core mission support. - Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual benefactors with an emphasis on alumni and parents. - Engage and actively manage a portfolio of 50+ donors and prospects for personal solicitations including benefactors at the major and principal levels. - Manage goals, strategies and programming that engages Augsburg’s donor base, with a strong focus on donor acquisition and continued/increased giving. - Create and manage a process for successful giving day campaigns that engage the Alumni Board, Board of Regents, key leadership volunteers, campus partners and a broad base of benefactors. - Lead work to create, track and manage all annual solicitations, keeping current with the most effective annual giving strategies in higher education, including investigating and implementing current technology. - Lead annual giving while employing creativity, ingenuity and metrics focused strategies, and follow through. Alumni Engagement - Lead the development and implementation of strategic alumni programming including events, volunteer engagement, mentoring and travel opportunities, demonstrating both short and long-term prioritization. - Oversee participation in key communications and marketing initiatives that engage Augsburg’s diverse alumni base, including Augsburg Now, web, social media, and printed and/or electronic communication and marketing initiatives. - Lead recruitment, recognition, and retention efforts of alumni volunteers, growing this base of support year over year. - Lead all aspects of Augsburg’s Homecoming, reunion celebrations, and other event engagement coordinating with campus colleagues. - Lead all processes pertaining to selection and distribution of alumni awards and honors. - Serve as a visible leader and connector for groups including Augsburg Women Engaged, the A-Club, and other affinity groups. Additional Responsibilities - Serve on institutional leadership groups, task forces, and committees as assigned. - Other duties as assigned in line with the goals of the division and the mission of the institution. Work Environment and Physical Demands - This is a hybrid position which works both in the office and remotely. - Regular computer and phone use. - Potential for longer work hours, which could include evenings and weekends. - Travel: up to 25% local travel, and 5% non-local and overnight travel. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree. - At least five (5) years of experience in fundraising, with at least three (3) years of experience developing and executing annual giving strategies. - Professional experience supervising staff. - Demonstrated experience working in CRM database(s). Preferred Qualifications - Experience managing a portfolio of donors and soliciting gifts. - Experience in planning and leading events. - Experience with Raiser’s Edge. - Experience in working in a higher education environment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Possess excellent interpersonal skills, writing and communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and outstanding ability to work with a wide range of external constituents including board members, volunteers and donors. - Project management and planning skills; ability to effectively manage numerous projects and priorities accurately and promptly; ability to multitask, organize workflow and manage multiple projects. - Strong computer experience and skills in MS Office, specifically in MS Word and MS Excel; proficiency with office software, databases (e.g., Raiser's Edge), and a high level of computer literacy. - Possess strong supervisory skills, the ability to lead and teach and manage staff. - Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment, demonstrate patience and understanding. - Ability to collaborate with colleagues, leaders, external stakeholders and campus partners. - Demonstrated ability to be attentive to details, accuracy and precision. - Demonstrate professionalism, patience, sound judgement and independent decision making. - Demonstrate a polished, professional character. - Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Additional Information Application Requirements To be considered for this position please include the following in your application: - Resume (required) - Cover letter (required) Compensation & Benefits at Augsburg - The compensation range is $78,000 - $85,000, DOQ. Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including: - Medical, dental and vision coverage - A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility - Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US - Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire - Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees Equal Opportunity Statement Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Title: Senior Director of Production - Sweaters Location: New York United States Full time Job Description: Our Story J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. Since 1983, we've been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view-it's no wonder we've been in your closet for four decades and counting. Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes-we're proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace. The Role + Purpose: We're seeking an experienced Senior Director of Production to lead production excellence across Sweaters categories for the J.Crew and J.Crew Factory brand. This role drives strategic sourcing, vendor partnerships, and operational excellence while championing quality, innovation, and sustainability initiatives. You'll oversee global production operations, mentor high-performing teams, and ensure best-in-class cost management and product development across key apparel categories. - Lead and mentor a global production team across Sweaters categories to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence - Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Quality, and Technical teams to develop and execute category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with brand objectives - Manage comprehensive cost negotiations and margin optimization to ensure competitive pricing and supplier efficiency across global markets - Provide innovative solutions for production challenges by implementing process improvements and system adherence across development workflows - Maintain compliance with quality standards by partnering with vendors and manufacturers to drive innovation and sustainable practices - Coordinate end-to-end production lifecycle management, ensuring timelines align with business objectives and go-to-market strategies - Serve as the company's product development and production expert, guiding allocation decisions, development processes, and production timelines - Have a strong understanding of fibers and their ethos, yarn size and gauge correlation, and multi gauge machinery. - Knowledge of end to end off shore logistics and timing vs China specific manufacturing a plus. Qualifications: Required: - 15+ years of experience in apparel product development and production with focus on Sweaters - Expertise in materials, construction, vendor negotiations, and global supply chain management - Proficiency in PLM systems, Excel, and data-driven decision-making processes - Strong leadership abilities with proven track record of developing high-performing teams - Demonstrated success managing international vendor relationships, particularly in Asia and Europe Preferred: - Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Business, Supply Chain, or related field - Experience in sustainable sourcing, ethical production practices, and luxury/contemporary market positioning We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams. Benefits + Perks - Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more. - Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell). - Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months. - Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program. - Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge. Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Salary Range: $170,400.00 - $227,700.00 At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks. One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds. JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

• Manage, mentor, appraise and develop team members, monitoring team KPI’s and workload distribution. • Responsible for providing guidance and mentoring members of the operations team. • Responsible for managing project escalations to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget. • This will require the candidate to partner with internal stakeholders to address issues and improve performance on research projects. • Working closely with senior management to adapt, develop and initiate processes, procedures, and system enhancements. • Investigating and managing project escalations. • The Associate Director will be responsible for ensuring the project is completed on time and to the satisfaction of the client. • Monitoring productivity and quality of data collection of their team’s projects. • Overseeing the billing process of the team, and ensuring projects end with expected profitability. • Support the development and implementation of best practices and policies for client service. • Execute client service improvement plans on allocated accounts, ensuring collaboration with sales and other members of the team, and providing a consistent and solution-oriented approach across each touch point of the client journey. • Overseeing the training of any new team members, as well as the training needs of current employees. • Responsible for approving annual leave, expense reports, and quarterly reviews of their direct reports.