Executive in Search

NextGen Growth PartnersChicago, IL

About The Position

The Executive in Search (EIS) program is designed for senior operators with deep industry experience who want to pursue acquisition entrepreneurship with significant flexibility, strategic autonomy, and the backing of an institutional partner. In contrast to our CEO in Resident (CIR) program, this is a part-time program that may coincide other full-time commitments with an initial 12-month commitment. EIS participants are typically: Former CEOs, Presidents, General Managers, or P&L owners. Executives with strong industry networks. Experts with a clearly defined sector thesis. Operators seeking equity ownership and long-term leadership of a business they acquire. NGP’s EIS track allows candidates to run a flexible, self-driven search with structured support from NGP across deal sourcing, diligence, and capital formation.

Requirements

  • 15+ years operating experience with P&L ownership
  • Interest in acquiring within outsourced B2B services industries that align with NGP's criteria
  • Proven success building teams, growing revenue, or managing large operations
  • Clear perspective on an industry ripe for consolidation
  • Ability to build trust with founder-led businesses
  • Strong communication and seller-relations capabilities
  • Bias toward action, independent work style, and long-term ownership mindset

Responsibilities

  • Lead a flexible, self-driven search with structured support from NGP across deal sourcing, diligence, and capital formation.
  • Source, acquire, and lead great businesses.

Benefits

  • ~$20K/year business development budget
  • Curated deal flow (you lead the search)
  • Bi-weekly coaching; ad hoc guidance
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