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We place experienced operators into businesses of retiring owners who want their life’s work placed in capable, values-driven hands. Our mission is to ensure great businesses stay local, stay strong, and stay in the hands of leaders who care.\nOperators who partner with us step into the CEO role of an established company and receive the support, coaching, and community needed to grow it for the next generation. Over time, they follow a clear pathway toward becoming a significant equity owner if growth targets are met.\nIS THIS YOU?\nAre you a proven industry pro who’s ready to build a business for yourself?\n\nDo you want to lead a business end-to-end instead of managing one slice of it?\n\nHave you dreamed of running your own business but haven’t had the idea or chance?\n\nDo you care deeply about people, service, and building organizations that last?\n\nWould you relocate for the right long-term opportunity to build your future?\n\nTHE OPPORTUNITY\nBy joining our Portfolio CEO Program, you position yourself for future CEO opportunities in an established small business where strong operational leadership is needed most. When an opportunity aligns with your capabilities, we’ll reach out and you’ll work directly with our team to understand the business, align on priorities, and prepare for a successful leadership transition.\nAs the Portfolio CEO, you’ll run the business with full accountability, driving performance, developing the team, and ensuring stability during and after the handoff. Throughout the journey, American Operator provides leadership transition support, strategic guidance, and a network of peers so you can focus on delivering results and building a long-term path toward ownership.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nLead day-to-day operations and own 100% of the company’s P&L.\n\nManage and develop the existing team to achieve strong execution and accountability.\n\nOversee customer relationships, quality control, and job profitability.\n\nMaintain vendor and supplier relationships.\n\nAnalyze operational data to make informed decisions about pricing, staffing, and capital allocation.\n\nCreate and execute annual budgets, forecasts, and growth plans.\n\nPartner with American Operator and key stakeholders to drive the company’s next stage of success.\n\nBuild credibility with the existing team, customers, and owner during the transition period.\n\nMaintain operational discipline and uphold the company’s legacy and reputation.\n\nDeliver measurable improvement in revenue, profitability, and cash flow.\n\nEnsure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.\n\nTake full ownership of business performance and culture.\n\nDemonstrate leadership grounded in accountability, humility, and sound judgment.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n10+ years of operational leadership experience in an American Operator target industry. (Preferably Manufacturing, Value-Add Distribution, Flooring, Electrical or Plumbing Services).\n\n5+ years of hiring/firing authority.\n\n5+ years of responsibility over P&L and/or company budgets.\n\nProven success managing teams and complex operations.\n\nSmall business leadership experience.\n\nExcellent communication and relationship management skills.\n\nEntrepreneurial mindset with a long-term approach to business building.\n\nMust be willing to regionally locate (5-state area)\n\nCompensation: Base salary range of $150,000-$180,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that may include health coverage, paid time off, and holidays. 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