CEO via Acquisition: Lead, Grow & Own an SME

Novastone Capital Advisors; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Novastone Capital Advisors in Chicago seeks ambitious mid-career professionals to partner with NCA to search, acquire and lead a SME as Chief Executive Officer. You will spearhead a 24‑month search with full NCA support and an attractive incentive package including base compensation and vested shares in the acquired company.

Successful candidates will operate in the US. Join a rigorous OLBO program designed to place entrepreneurial leaders in the driver's seat, with clear milestones, mentorship,

Formación

• 15+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years in leadership with full P&L responsibility.
• MBA or Executive MBA preferred.
• Min. 10+ years of proven track record running and growing businesses in the US.

Responsabilidades

• Establish a search process with defined criteria to generate deal flow.
• Manage the acquisition process with support from the Investment Management team.
• Step into the CEO role of the acquired business.
• Develop long-term strategy and 100-day plans for growth.
• Drive top-line growth through marketing and sales initiatives.
• Review offerings and portfolio strategies, identify gaps, implement improvements.
• Lead geographic expansion efforts and market-entry strategies.
• Ensure efficiency and profitable growth.

Conocimientos

Leadership with P&L

Entrepreneurial mindset

Strategic thinking

US market experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Executive MBA or MBA

Descripción del empleo

Novastone Capital Advisors in Chicago seeks ambitious mid-career professionals to partner with NCA to search, acquire and lead a SME as Chief Executive Officer. You will spearhead a 24‑month search with full NCA support and an attractive incentive package including base compensation and vested shares in the acquired company.

Successful candidates will operate in the US. Join a rigorous OLBO program designed to place entrepreneurial leaders in the driver's seat, with clear milestones, mentorship,