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Invited is a leading company in the hospitality and service industry, renowned for its dedication to building meaningful relationships and enriching the lives of its members, guests, and over 17,000 employees. Since its establishment in 1957, Invited has grown to become the largest owner and operator of private clubs in the United States, encompassing more than 130 country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs nationwide. Each club within the Invited family offers exceptional amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, gourmet cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. The company's commitment to inclusivity and excellence has made it a distinguished and dynamic place to work and grow professionally in the hospitality sector. The role of Director of Strategy at Invited is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional seeking to make a significant impact in a vibrant, fast-paced environment. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Strategy, the Director of Strategy is a pivotal leader responsible for advancing Invited's ambitious growth agenda across Golf & Country Clubs and Business & City Clubs segments. This position requires an individual who can think strategically while also being hands-on in managing crucial projects and initiatives. The Director will work closely with business unit leaders and cross-functional teams to translate high-level enterprise strategies into tangible operational plans that drive measurable outcomes. This hybrid role offers a blend of office and remote work, typically requiring two to three days per week on-site to foster collaboration and effective communication. The Director of Strategy will spearhead strategic planning and execution, develop comprehensive business cases to evaluate new growth opportunities, and provide deep analytical insights through financial modeling, market research, and competitive benchmarking. A key aspect of the role is the ability to communicate complex recommendations clearly through executive-level presentations to senior leadership, including the SVP of Strategy, Chief Strategy Officer, and the Board. Leadership in project and change management is critical, as the Director will oversee the lifecycle of strategic initiatives, from scoping through execution, ensuring timely deliverables, managing risks, and maintaining stakeholder alignment. Building strong relationships across Finance, Operations, Marketing, Sales, and Member Experience teams is essential to ensuring that strategies are well-grounded in operational realities. The Director serves as the connective tissue between the senior strategy team and business units, promoting organizational alignment and adoption of new initiatives. Candidates for this role will ideally hold a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field and bring 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development. Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, strong financial and analytical acumen, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of managing cross-functional projects in complex environments are fundamental to success in this position. A background in hospitality, sports & entertainment, consumer, or private-equity-backed businesses is considered a strong advantage. The Director of Strategy role at Invited represents a unique chance to gain direct exposure to senior executives and engage in high-visibility projects that have enterprise-wide impact. This position offers a dynamic mix of analytics, execution, and leadership, enabling the Director to contribute directly to the company’s growth and innovation within a private-equity-backed framework. Invited’s comprehensive Total Rewards package reflects the company's commitment to its employees, with competitive pay and extensive benefits that support well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career path in a historically rich and forward-thinking organization, Invited invites you to join their team and help shape the future of private club experiences.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development
• strong financial and analytical skills
• advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• demonstrated experience managing cross-functional initiatives in complex, fast-paced environments
• excellent communication and presentation skills
• ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• highly organized self-starter with ability to balance strategic thinking and execution detail
• background in hospitality, sports & entertainment, consumer, or private-equity-backed businesses a plus