CEO Through Acquisition — Operator-Led Buyout Path

Novastone Capital Advisors; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Novastone Capital Advisors seeks a seasoned executive to partner in search, acquisition, and leadership of a small to mid-sized enterprise as CEO. The role involves a guided up-to-24-month search with equity upside and comprehensive NCA support, aiming to acquire and lead a US-based company.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of leadership with P&L, an MBA/Executive MBA, and a strong entrepreneurial drive, with fluency in English and experience in relevant sectors.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience with leadership roles and P&L responsibility.
• MBA or Executive MBA preferred.
• Proven track record running and growing businesses in the US.

Responsibilities

• Establish a rigorous search process to identify a target business for acquisition.
• Lead the acquisition process with support from our Investment Management team.
• Assume the CEO role for the acquired company and drive performance.
• Develop long-term strategy and 100-day plans for growth.
• Grow top line through strategic marketing and sales initiatives.
• Review offerings and brand positioning; close gaps and implement improvements.
• Lead geographic expansion and market-entry strategies when required.
• Drive profitability and operational efficiency across the business.

Skills

P&L management

Leadership

Entrepreneurship

US market experience

English fluency

Education

Executive MBA or MBA

Job description

Novastone Capital Advisors seeks a seasoned executive to partner in search, acquisition, and leadership of a small to mid-sized enterprise as CEO. The role involves a guided up-to-24-month search with equity upside and comprehensive NCA support, aiming to acquire and lead a US-based company.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of leadership with P&L, an MBA/Executive MBA, and a strong entrepreneurial drive, with fluency in English and experience in relevant sectors.