Pros
The range of opportunities available at SmithBucklin allow newcomers to get the experience of growing small companies (association clients) and allow more seasoned pros to lead these small businesses (as executive directors). Everyone knows what's expected from their team and from them individually, due to strong training and feedback systems. There are also many opportunities to socialize - from the popcorn Wednesdays to the town hall meetings, Chase Challenge and Charity Makes Sense holiday gala. I mention the great career opportunity because I have seen many people boomerang back into the organization after leaving, and I've also had people within our group placed in different groups with which they expressed interest. The pay is very good for an organization focused on association (largely not-for-profit) organizations, and an ESOP allow each employee to share in the growth the organization experiences.
Cons
There is no end to what volunteer- led organizations can expect, so a position at SmithBucklin can be very time-consuming. It's not an organization I would recommend for someone who doesn't like variety or who doesn't welcome change and challenges.
