East 57th Street Partners Looking for Chief Executive Officer at Washington DC-Baltimore Area Full Time

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Company Overview:

Our client is a dynamic, private equity-backed entity with an aggressive growth trajectory, targeting $200 million in revenue for 2023 through both strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and organic expansion. They are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with a track record of exceptional leadership, business acumen, and operational excellence to steer the company towards its financial and strategic goals.

Position Summary:

The CEO will have full executive responsibility for leading the company’s development and executing a comprehensive strategy to drive robust growth. This role encompasses oversight of all business operations, financial performance, investments, and ventures of the company. The ideal candidate will bring in-depth experience in managing a high-growth organization and will possess a strategic mindset with the ability to push the boundaries of what is possible to maximize profitability and market share.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dynamic leadership to the company and establish a long-term vision and strategy.
• Drive the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow, and business goals and objectives.
• Spearhead M&A initiatives, including identifying potential targets, negotiating acquisitions, and seamlessly integrating new businesses.
• Ensure a robust organic growth strategy by fostering innovation, prioritizing customer needs, and maintaining an exceptional standard of operations.
• Oversee the company’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing, assuring transparency and efficiency in all financial operations.
• Represent the company to all key stakeholders, including financial partners, investors, public entities, and on significant platforms that enhance the company’s profile.
• Oversee the company’s overall operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members thrive and organizational outcomes are met.
• Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics, presenting reports to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Create alliances and partnerships with other organizations that can complement and accelerate the company’s growth.
• Implement efficient processes and standards that maintain operational excellence during rapid growth.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the board of directors to develop a market-leading position in the industry.

Qualifications:

• An experienced CEO or senior executive (C-Level or General Manager) with a verifiable track record in a high-growth environment, preferably within a PE-backed company.
• Demonstrable experience in developing profitable strategies and implementing the vision.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles.
• Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, sales, finance, HR, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance and general management best practices.
• A strong track record in growing a company organically and through M&A.
• Proven negotiation skills in both financial and organizational transactions.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and mobilize diverse teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree is highly preferred.