Chief Executive Officer

THE PORTFOLIO COMPANY The portfolio company has extensive experience in the glass industry and has been providing high-quality products and services for many years. Specializing in customized glass design, fabrication, and installation, they serve a diverse range of residential and commercial clients. Their process involves detailed estimation, precise in-house fabrication, and professional installation services. The company has continuously evolved, expanding its capabilities to include proprietary designs, in-house tempering, lamination production, and advanced facilities for automated glass optimization, CNC machining, and custom finishes. Their commitment to quality and service remains unwavering. THE PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM The Private Equity firm focuses on acquiring and growing middle-market companies across sectors like healthcare, business, IT services, distribution, manufacturing, and tech-enabled industries like SAAS and E-Commerce. Leveraging their expertise, they foster growth and enhance market presence. With extensive experience, they specialize in acquiring, investing in, and operating growth companies, from early-stage ventures to market leaders. Supported by an active Advisory Board, they provide strategic guidance to enhance market value. Investors include leading entities like investment banks, financial institutions, pension funds, and endowments. THE CULTURE The culture emphasizes collaboration and capability, seeking an executive with the finesse to implement complex strategic initiatives before a sale. They avoid micromanagement, preferring only one brief weekly call to discuss KPIs and quarterly board meetings. Renowned for their constructive relationships with management teams, they have earned a strong reputation in the market. VISION What does success look like in this role? Completed exit of the focus business in 2025. Separated the core focus business from the additional 3 businesses included in the initial roll-up. Achieved growth in size and EBITDA through organic expansion. Presented a strong financial business case for the sale of the business & liaised with investment banks. THE ROLE The day-to-day role for this position will include the following tasks: Executing business split for the exit process. Capability to effectively represent the business to investment banks & potential buyers. Lead organic growth efforts for the business. Provide strategic leadership to the C-level team, currently a first-time CFO in seat so may need support at this complexity level KEY SELLING POINTS OF THE ROLE The opportunity to lead a business to an exit. Level of complexity in splitting the business & exiting, can highlight a high-level skillset for future opportunities. PE firm is reputable and invests heavily in the manufacturing sector. KEY CHALLENGES FOR THE ROLE Successful exit. Business split. YOUR BACKGROUND The successful individual will be able to demonstrate experience in the following: Essential exit experience, encompassing PE, strategic buyer, or IPO scenarios. Proven track record in managing a business of comparable size ($85Mn) during exit processes. Exit expertise includes prior collaboration with investment banks for business sales and adeptness in portraying a compelling financial narrative to potential buyers. Demonstrated ability to foster organic growth within the Building Products sector. Financial acumen and sophistication to properly present the business to intermediaries and potential buyers. YOUR CHARACTERISTICS The successful individual will display the following characteristics: A financially savvy individual skilled in complex financial matters. Excellence in managing business sales and engaging with investment banks. Proficiency in financial intricacies and strategic leadership for business growth. LOCATION Colorado - https://www.unbiased.com/discover/banking/what-is-the-cost-of-living-in-colorado COMPENSATION PACKAGE Basic Salary: To be confirmed Bonus Package: To be confirmed Equity: To be confirmed 401k: To be confirmed Healthcare: To be confirmed For more information, click here. Raw Selection is an executive search firm working exclusively with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies across Europe & North America. Are you subscribed to the Private Equity Podcast? https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-private-equity-podcast/id1541134935 Are you subscribed to the Private Equity YouTube channel? https://www.youtube.com/@RawSelection/