Chief Executive Officer
About the CompanyWe are an established manufacturing business serving highly regulated, mission-critical industries. The company has a long-standing reputation, strong customer relationships, and a solid operational foundation.The business is at a pivotal inflection point:~$11M in current revenueUndergoing leadership transitionExecuting on a ~$10M acquisitionPositioned for consolidation and eventual exitThe OpportunityThis is a turnaround + build + integration CEO roleWe are seeking a hands-on operator to take full ownership of the business, stabilize leadership, and drive the next phase of growth. The current structure is no longer sustainable, and this role requires someone who can step in immediately, bring clarity, and execute.This is not a passive leadership role — this is a fix, build, and scale mandateWhat You'll OwnLeadership ResetStep in as the clear operator and decision-makerRebuild internal alignment, accountability, and cultureTransition the business into a performance-driven environmentRevenue & Sales ExecutionImplement a structured and repeatable sales processStrengthen existing customer relationships and expand revenueBuild pipeline visibility and forecasting disciplineOperational ExecutionRun a tight, efficient manufacturing operationImprove throughput, margins, and delivery predictabilityBalance scrappy execution with scalable systemsM&A Integration (Immediate Priority)Lead integration of an acquired ~$10M businessAlign teams, operations, and go-to-market strategyIdentify and execute on synergiesExit PreparationBuild a scalable, attractive business for future saleImprove financial visibility and operational rigorPosition the company for a successful exitWho You AreRequiredCEO / GM / President experience within manufacturing or industrial businessesProven track record of stepping into underperforming or complex environments and stabilizing themStrong understanding of B2B sales within a manufacturing contextExperience managing P&L in the $10M–$100M+ rangeHands-on, execution-focused leadership styleCore TraitsScrappy: Comfortable operating in imperfect environmentsOperator: Executes quickly and effectivelyPeople Leader: Can align and motivate teams through changeIntegrator: Experienced in merging teams and systems post-acquisitionDecisive: Makes clear, timely decisionsNice to HaveExperience in regulated or precision manufacturing environmentsBackground in acquisitions, roll-ups, or integrationsExposure to private equity-backed companiesExperience leading a company through an exitWhat Success Looks Like (12–24 Months)Leadership stabilized and alignedSuccessful integration of acquired businessConsistent, predictable revenue growthImproved operational performance and marginsBusiness positioned for a strategic exitWhy This RoleFull ownership to transform and lead the businessImmediate impact at a critical inflection pointOpportunity to build and scale toward an exitBacking from ownership ready for change