Position Summary
We are seeking a proven CEO to lead the next phase of growth for an emerging franchise brand. This role requires a true operator and builder—someone who has successfully scaled businesses, built high-performing teams, and driven profitable unit and system-wide growth. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on execution and has a demonstrated track record of transforming growth-stage organizations into industry-leading brands.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the overall strategy, execution, and performance of the franchisor organization.
- Drive franchise development, unit economics, and system-wide revenue growth.
- Build and scale operational infrastructure, processes, and leadership teams to support rapid expansion.
- Partner with franchisees to ensure strong unit performance, brand consistency, and long-term profitability.
- Develop and execute growth initiatives across development, operations, marketing, and customer experience.
- Establish a high-performance culture focused on accountability, results, and continuous improvement.
- Manage investor, board, and stakeholder relationships while delivering against growth objectives.
- Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities, strategic partnerships, and expansion channels.
Qualifications
- Proven success as a CEO, President, COO, or senior executive within a franchised, multi-unit, or consumer-facing business.
- Demonstrated experience scaling an emerging brand through significant growth milestones.
- Strong operator with deep expertise in franchise development, operations, and organizational leadership.
- Track record of building teams, systems, and infrastructure that support sustainable growth.
- Highly analytical, financially disciplined, and results-oriented.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to balance strategy and execution.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Success Profile
The successful candidate is a builder, not a caretaker. They have repeatedly created value by scaling brands, improving performance, and leading organizations through periods of rapid growth. They thrive in entrepreneurial environments and bring the credibility, operational rigor, and growth mindset required to establish a category-leading franchise brand.
Skills Required
- Proven success as a CEO, President, COO, or senior executive within a franchised, multi-unit, or consumer-facing business
- Demonstrated experience scaling an emerging brand through significant growth milestones
- Deep expertise in franchise development, operations, and organizational leadership
- Track record of building teams, systems, and infrastructure to support sustainable growth
- Highly analytical and financially disciplined with results-oriented focus
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to balance strategy and hands-on execution
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage investor, board, and stakeholder relationships
What We Do
Leap Brands is a multi-faceted service provider focused on talent acquisition, M&A, recruiting, marketing, and advisory services, dedicated to building value through executive search and strategic growth for job seekers and employers.
