Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) – Acting Chief Executive Officer

RENOIR; Milano; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

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A leading organization in the sports and media industry is seeking an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) to act as CEO and drive growth for a revolutionary fencing platform. This role involves developing operational strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and contributing to a significant equity stake in a high-growth environment.

Servizi

Significant equity stake

Leadership role in a high-growth environment

Competenze

• 5-10 years of experience in sports, entertainment, media, or high-growth startups.
• Experience in founding or leading strategic programs.
• Strong operational background with efficient organization-building skills.

Mansioni

• Define and implement operational roadmap and go-to-market strategy.
• Develop the organization’s infrastructure and commercial strategy.
• Oversee expansion of brand visibility and live events engagement.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Entrepreneurial Mindset

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Crowe Bompani

Fencing Professionals Assembly (FPA) is currently seeking a strategic and visionary leader to join as an Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR), acting as the Chief Executive Officer. This is a unique equity-only opportunity for a highly capable individual to play a foundational role in scaling a proven international sports and media platform into a globally recognized brand.

The EIR will provide operational and strategic leadership, overseeing the development of organizational structure, commercial initiatives, and global presence. This role is ideal for an entrepreneur, general manager, or program leader with experience in dynamic, high-growth environments.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Define and implement FPA’s operational roadmap and go-to-market strategy.
2. Develop the organization’s infrastructure and team structure across core functions.
3. Lead commercial strategy including sponsorships, media partnerships, and licensing opportunities.
4. Oversee expansion of live events, athlete engagement programs, and brand visibility.
5. Represent FPA in discussions with stakeholders, investors, and international partners.
6. Collaborate with the founding board to prepare and execute the next funding phase.

Qualifications:

• 5–10 years of experience in sports, entertainment, media, or high-growth startups.
• Experience in founding, scaling, or leading strategic programs or ventures.
• Strong operational background with the ability to build efficient structures from scratch.
• Experience navigating international markets, especially in Europe and Asia, is highly advantageous.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable with limited resources and high autonomy.

This is an equity-only position at the founding level, offering a significant equity stake and the opportunity to lead a scalable platform during a critical growth phase.

FPA is redefining the global fencing landscape with international events, partnerships with luxury brands, and an engaged community. Our model combines elite sports, entertainment, and lifestyle in a visionary platform. This is a rare opportunity for an individual driven to build a lasting, recognized brand in sport.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and participate in transforming fencing into a 21st-century powerhouse.