CEO Through Acquisition

Novastone Capital Advisors; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Novastone Capital Advisors is looking for a motivated mid-career professional to partner as CEO for acquiring SMEs. This role involves a structured search for a company to lead, backed by comprehensive support and competitive compensation.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience, including leadership roles, and a robust track record in business growth within the US market.

The position includes roles in acquisition management and strategic growth development, with an upcoming selection process in September 2026.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience including leadership roles.
• Min. 10+ years proven track record of running businesses in the US.
• Strong motivation towards entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities

• Establish a search process to generate deal flow for acquisitions.
• Manage the acquisition process supported by the Investment Management team.
• Step into the CEO role of the acquired business.
• Proactively identify growth opportunities and develop strategies.

Skills

Entrepreneurial motivation

Leadership in P&L responsibility

Strategic vision in Business Services

Strategic vision in Software/Tech-Enabled Businesses

Strategic vision in Distribution & Logistics

Education

Executive MBA or MBA degree

Job description

Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA) is a global firm that solves succession challenges faced by Small to Medium‑Sized Enterprises (SMEs). Through our Operator‑Led Buyout Program (OLBO), we provide a structured and scalable solution for business succession, ensuring lasting success for all stakeholders.

NCA is looking for motivated, talented, aspirational mid‑career professionals with the ambition to partner with NCA to search, acquire and lead a small or medium‑sized enterprise as Chief Executive Officer.

As an NCA Operator, you will spearhead an up to 24‑month professional search to acquire one small to mid‑size company. Within the scope of our Operator‑Led Buyout Program, you will have access to comprehensive support from NCA during the search, as well as a competitive compensation package and meaningful equity upside in the acquired company that will further enhance and secure your entrepreneurial journey.

Please note that we do not invest in start‑up or scale‑up companies.

Successful candidates will search, acquire and manage a company in the US.

Operator Responsibilities

• Establish together with us a search process aiming to generate sufficient deal flow with the ultimate goal of finding a business to acquire in accordance with pre‑defined criteria
• Manage the acquisition process with the support of our experienced Investment Management team
• Step into the CEO role of the newly acquired business
• Proactively generate and evaluate strategic growth options and business opportunities, develop long‑term business strategy and 100‑day plans
• Grow the business top line via impactful marketing and sales initiatives
• Review product/service offerings, portfolio strategies, existing brands positioning and identify gaps and implement improvements
• Manage geographical expansions, when required, preparing and successfully implementing market entrance strategies
• Manage efficiency and ensure profitable growth

Must‑Have Requirements

• 15+ years of professional experience (including at least 5 years in leadership roles with full P&L responsibility)
• Academic achievement (Executive MBA or MBA degree preferred)
• Min. 10+ years of proven track record of running and growing businesses or business units in the US.
• Strong motivation towards entrepreneurship
• Deep expertise and/or strategic vision in one or more of the following sectors/industries:
• Business Services
• Software / Tech‑Enabled Businesses
• Distribution & Logistics

Nice‑to‑Have Requirements

• M&A experience
• Consulting experience from a top consulting firm
• Experience managing and operating an SME
• Owner, Founder or co‑Founder of a Start‑up
• Experience in global business development, international expansion
• Recent successful business transformation experience
• Open mind towards learning, people and even failure

Selection Process

• Selected candidates will have several in‑depth interviews, take online assessments, meet different stakeholders while reviewing their investment thesis, and complete and present a business case assignment over several weeks.
• The selection process also includes informative, non‑evaluating steps such as webinars created for candidates to gather more information about the program and meet the NCA team.
• Final Assessment Center with the jury selection happens in September 2026.

We are an Equal Opportunity program, and all submitted CVs pass through the same application process, regardless of gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, race, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, parental status, or any other non‑merit factor. For more information on the program, our application and selection process please refer to our website www.novastone-ca.com.