Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Location: Denver Metro Area (On-Site Required)Compensation: $275,000 – $315,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Equity StakeOverviewE57 Partners is partnering with a private equity-backed company to identify a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead a business headquartered in the Denver Metro Area.The business is backed by an investment group that operates more like a family office than a traditional private equity firm—focused on long-term ownership, operational excellence, and sustained cash flow growth.This is not a short-term, exit-driven environment. The investment strategy is centered on holding and growing businesses over a 10+ year horizon, with a focus on building durable, cash-generating operations.The Founder/CEO is retiring, creating the need for a new CEO to take full ownership of the business and lead it through its next phase of growth and operational maturity.Role SummaryThe CEO will have full P&L ownership and will be responsible for running the entire business with a focus on long-term performance, operational discipline, and cash flow generation.This includes:Leading the business end-to-end as the sole CEOBuilding a scalable and sustainable operating modelDriving consistent EBITDA growth and strong free cash flowEnhancing operational efficiency and organizational performanceLeading with a long-term ownership mindsetThe ideal candidate is a true operator—someone who has built, scaled, and run businesses with a focus on execution, discipline, and durability.What Makes This Opportunity DifferentLong-term hold strategy (10+ years) — not exit-drivenInvestment group operates like a family officeFocus on cash flow generation and operational excellenceFull CEO ownership with a clean leadership transitionStability and alignment around long-term value creationMeaningful equity participation aligned with sustained performanceKey ResponsibilitiesFull Business LeadershipTake full ownership of the business, including strategy, operations, and financial performanceBuild and lead a high-performing executive teamEstablish a culture of accountability, execution, and continuous improvementAlign all functions around long-term growth and profitabilityOperational Excellence & Margin ExpansionIdentify and execute opportunities to improve efficiency and profitabilityDrive margin expansion through cost discipline and process optimizationImplement KPIs and reporting frameworks for visibility and controlStandardize processes and improve operational consistencyFinancial Performance & Cash Flow FocusOwn full P&L responsibility and capital allocation strategyPartner closely with the CFO on forecasting, reporting, and planningDrive consistent EBITDA growth and free cash flow generationMaintain disciplined investment and return thresholdsOrganizational Build & Leadership DevelopmentAssess and strengthen the leadership team as neededRecruit, develop, and retain high-performing talentBuild a scalable organizational structure to support long-term growthBoard & Investor PartnershipServe as the primary interface with the Board and ownership groupProvide clear, data-driven updates on performance and strategyAlign execution with long-term ownership objectivesQualificationsProven experience as a CEO, President, or senior operator in a private equity-backed or family office-style environmentStrong track record of running and scaling businesses with a focus on operational executionDemonstrated success driving EBITDA growth and cash flow generationDeep operational expertise with a hands-on leadership styleStrong financial acumen and capital allocation disciplineExperience working closely with investors and BoardsThe Ideal ProfileThis role is best suited for someone who:Thinks like a long-term owner, not a short-term operatorThrives in stable, execution-focused environmentsIs passionate about building durable, cash-generating businessesLeads from the front with accountability and disciplineWants full ownership and responsibility for business performanceWhy This RoleThis is a rare opportunity to step into a CEO role with a true long-term mandate, with:A stable and supportive ownership structureA 10+ year horizon to build and grow the businessAlignment around cash flow and operational excellenceThe ability to lead without short-term exit pressureFull ownership to shape the business for long-term success