Well Being Retreat Center is seeking an Associate Director/Marketing  Director with the intention of training this person to become Director/CEO.

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Well Being Retreat Center (WBRC) is an independent, financially stable, non-denominational, non-profit organization situated on 160 acres of pristine rural land, bordered by 2 1/2 miles of the scenic Powell River, in the Cumberland hills ninety minutes north of Knoxville. Developed with care by the Founders and current on-site managers, Don Oakley and Patty Bottari, the buildings, grounds, and garden are of high quality and appreciated by guests. WBRC enjoys an excellent reputation for its meals, management, quality of programs offered, and for the natural beauty of the land. Programs offered include non-dual spirituality, yoga, meditation, mind/body awareness, and nature appreciation.

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This new position is intended to allow the founders to step back from their roles as full-time managers, increase visibility and use of WBRC, and transition to an ongoing sustainable organization. It is WBRC’s goal for the successful applicant to assume, over time, full responsibility as CEO of the Well Being Foundation.

The position includes a salary commensurate with experience, an on-site house, most food and participation in the Foundation’s SIMPLE IRA plan. 

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Responsibilities for the Associate Director position include:

• Participate in long-term planning and management with the Board of Directors

• Oversee the marketing and increasing event participation via:

• Manage email and social media marketing 

• Contact like-minded organizations

• Extend outreach in Knoxville, Asheville, Nashville and Lexington

• Increase website and online presence

• Organize workshop registration and housing assignments-    

• Manage full and part-time staff, volunteers and interns for housekeeping, food service and event support

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Applicant qualities we are looking for include:

• 5-10 years, or more, of similar experience

• A deep understanding of mindful business practices in managing others and in overseeing a business-    

• Dedication and desire to support others in personal and spiritual growth-    

• Creative and enthusiastic marketing expertise-    

• Ability to serve the larger vision while attending to the details that make Well Being a respected retreat center    

• Ability to interact with others in a positive, constructive manner 

• Awareness of, and respect for, the essential beingness of all others regardless of race, creed, gender, age, nationality, or sexual preference.