CEO

About the Company

American Operator exists to keep the American Dream alive through small-business leadership and ownership. We place experienced operators into businesses of retiring owners who want their life's work placed in the hands of leaders who care. Over time, our CEOs follow a clear pathway to earn significant equity in the business they lead.

Responsibilities

• Grow the business with a focus on key performance metrics while leading day-to-day operations
• Develop and lead sales, field crew leaders, and office staff with a culture of high accountability
• Coach and build an outbound sales team focused on corporate relationships and referral partners
• Manage the budget and capital decisions associated with an asset-intensive business
• Adapt sales, marketing, and inventory based on industry trends in weddings, corporate events, and graduations
• Recruit, manage, and develop field teams in a seasonal and physically challenging industry
• Partner with American Operator on strategy, budgeting, and growth planning

Requirements

• 10+ years of leadership experience with direct experience as a sales and operations leader
• Experience building high-performance teams with accountability for hiring and performance improvement
• Track record of leading and growing an organization driven by local relationships and referral networks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a sales or operations leader in the catering, event planning, or rental industry
• Experience leading through an ownership or leadership transition
• Military leadership experience