CEO

Matchstick - Denver, CO

Full-time - Executive

Denver, CO

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About the position

The CEO will lead the company through its next phase of growth and innovation, driving strategic direction and building high-level partnerships. This role requires a balance of high-level strategy and hands-on execution, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and operational excellence while delivering cutting-edge software solutions to business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall strategic vision for the company, ensuring alignment with the mission to support small business leaders through innovative software solutions.
• Lead efforts to build and nurture relationships with existing clients while aggressively pursuing new opportunities.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships to expand market presence and drive revenue growth.
• Oversee all company operations, ensuring efficient, quality-driven, and cost-effective management of resources.
• Inspire and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and growth.
• Collaborate with product development teams to ensure the continued evolution of the company's software suite.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success as a CEO, entrepreneur, or equivalent leadership role in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Strong experience in business development, sales, and revenue growth, with a deep understanding of how to scale a business.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, with demonstrable success in leading a company through periods of growth and change.
• Ability to lead with a hands-on approach, with experience in both day-to-day operations and high-level decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clients, partners, and teams effectively.
• A passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the software/SaaS industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Software Engineering, Entrepreneurship, or a related field; MBA preferred.