Executive Director

Piano Technicians Guild (PTG)

Kansas City, Kansas

The Moran Company is pleased to partner with the Piano Technicians Guild to recruit the organization's next Executive Director.

The Piano Technicians Guild was founded in 1958 from the merger of two separate organizations, the National Association of Piano Tuners (NAPT), and the American Society of Piano Technicians (ASPT). Since then, PTG has been the world’s premier source of expertise in piano service and technology. The organization represents more than 100 years of collective knowledge, over 3,300 global members and the industry’s only recognized piano certification program. 

The mission of PTG is to promote the industry’s highest possible standards by providing members with every opportunity for professional development, recognizing and promoting technical competency through examinations, and advancing the interests of each of the members.

PTG has an annual budget of $1.5 million, 6 full-time employees, and headquarters in Kansas City, Kansas. The organization provides six key services: 1) Maintains and supports the professional standards for becoming a certified piano technician. 2) Acts as a repository of information and training resources for the career field. 3) Facilitates training and certification through member services including local chapter programming and meetings, publications, and an annual convention. 4) Promotes its members and their profession. 5) Provides members with a way to connect with other professionals in their field. 6) Maintains a central location which houses a training facility and museum. 

The Executive Director provides leadership toward the achievement of the PTG’s philosophy, mission, strategy and annual goals and objectives and is responsible for the general, day-to-day administration of the affairs of the organization. The Executive Director reports to and works with the Executive Board in developing strategies which support the mission of the PTG, developing and implementing the strategic goals and objectives of the PTG, and enabling the Board to effectively fulfill its governance function. 

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree; an advanced degree such as an MBA and/or a designation such as Certified Association Executive is preferred. Five or more years of progressive management experience is required, preferably in a membership based non-profit association with a focus on professional education and designation programs.

The annual salary range for this position is expected to be $115,000 - $125,000 plus benefits which include health, dental & vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, paid holidays, PTO and flexible work hours.

The search for The Piano Technicians Guild Executive Director is being conducted by The Moran Company. Questions about the position can be directed to Jamie Berry, The Moran Company; jamie (at) morancompany.com.