Network Company President - Greater Portland Area

Teamshares•Portland, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Teamshares is seeking an entrepreneurial business leader to serve as the President/CEO of one of its network companies in Portland, OR, specializing in the mechanical and electrical services industry. As President, you will be responsible for increasing profitability and successfully transitioning the business to employee ownership. This role involves running the business, owning full P&L responsibility, developing business strategy, and overseeing operations. You will lead an experienced team of employee owners, collaborate on financial decisions, drive business growth through sales efforts, manage HR matters, analyze business practices for team development, build community relationships, and foster an owner's mindset among employees during the transition to employee ownership. You will also act as a growth leader, working with employee-owners to improve operations and expand revenue opportunities.

Requirements

Proven Sales Process Expertise: Demonstrated ability to build and manage a trackable, repeatable, and measurable sales process, with a record of delivering consistent revenue growth.
Skilled in using data to drive decisions, measure success, and refine approach over time.
Industry Experience or Adjacent Exposure: Experience in or familiarity with mechanical and electrical services, light manufacturing, repair/maintenance, distribution, or construction-related sectors is highly valuable.
Relationship-Driven and Community-Oriented: A natural connector who fosters long-term, trust-based relationships with customers, vendors, and the broader community.
Prioritization and Delegation: Proven ability to prioritize and delegate tasks based on urgency and impact.
Clear Communication and Collaboration: Ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, and foster constructive collaboration with all employees.
Demonstrated Leadership Skills: Proven people leadership abilities through previous work experiences, with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a low-ego approach.
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to build and innovate.
Project Management and Problem-Solving: Proven project management and problem-solving skills, coupled with a humble, hands-on, get-it-done attitude.
Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and analytical skills to oversee company financials and develop effective business strategies.
Growth Mindset: Embrace a growth mindset, with a willingness to explore new ideas, learn from mistakes, and innovate.
Agility and Flexibility: Demonstrate an open, agile mind, equally adept at thinking creatively and critically, with a flexible and generous spirit and a natural bias toward action.
Strategic Partnership: Ability to partner with stakeholders to establish a clear vision, define measurable KPIs, and develop strategies to achieve financial goals.

Responsibilities

Serve as president of a small business in the mechanical and electrical services industry
Determine and be responsible for all business strategy, operations, and P&L management
Lead an experienced team of existing employee owners
Collaborate on financial decisions, including ongoing expenses, capital purchases, and optimizing efficiencies
Drive business growth through outbound sales efforts, pursuing project- and bid-based opportunities, and expanding into new B2B accounts
Handle HR responsibilities, including staff disputes, employee performance evaluations, job reviews, raises, and bonuses
Analyze current business methods and practices, and promote opportunities for team development and growth
Invest in the local community and build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and partners
Collaborate with Teamshares and fellow shareholders during the transition to employee ownership, coaching and partnering to instill an owner’s mindset
Act as a growth leader, working with employee-owners to improve company operations and expand revenue opportunities