Small Business President

Ownershift•Cedar Falls, IA

104d

About The Position

Ownershift is a for-profit, purpose-driven acquisition platform that purchases high-quality, long-tenured small businesses from retiring owners and implements broad-based employee ownership programs upon closing, enabling employees to directly participate in business success. Our goal is to become the preferred buyer for retiring owners by offering quick, efficient acquisitions and facilitating employee ownership legacies. This creates a win-win for retiring owners, employees, communities, and investors, ensuring secure financial positions and legacies for owners, financial participation and wealth creation paths for employees, retention of valuable businesses for communities, and strong financial returns for investors. Job Summary: We’re seeking a dynamic Small Business President to lead an Ownershift company to lead its next chapter of growth as an employee-owned business. This role is responsible for ensuring that all departments—Sales, Operations, and Finance—work in alignment toward common goals of profitability, operational excellence, and cultural ownership. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a long-established business that is a leading granite, quartz, and other natural stones supplier, offering its customer base superior fabrication and installation services. The Company is a one-stop shop for both residential and commercial clients who are looking for superior stone countertop solutions. As President, you will manage the company’s overall performance, including strategy, P&L, and leadership development. As an integrator, you will translate the company vision into execution through disciplined accountability, measurable scorecards, and process-driven operations. You will guide the team through the ongoing transition to employee ownership while fostering a high-trust, performance-based culture.

Requirements

Experience with project management in construction, manufacturing/fabrication, or a similar industry.
Adaptability and willingness to learn business ins and outs from the previous business owners.
Demonstrated people leadership skills through past work experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with low ego.
Demonstrated expertise in advanced project management and problem-solving, coupled with a hands-on approach.
Strong business acumen and analytical skills to oversee company financials and develop business strategy.
Capacity to identify challenges and develop solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Experience hiring, training, and developing teams.
Growth-oriented mindset for yourself and your teams to explore new opportunities and innovations.
Mission alignment with Ownershift’s goal of implementing broad-based employee ownership.

Nice To Haves

Past P&L management and / or MBA degree a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and hold accountable (LMA) the leadership team: Operations, Sales & Marketing, and Finance & Admin.
Drive clarity of roles and responsibilities through the Accountability Chart and scorecard reviews.
Lead weekly Level 10 (L10) meetings and quarterly strategic sessions to ensure alignment on Rocks and key priorities.
Ensure all functions communicate effectively and operate cohesively as one team.
Own company P&L, financial performance, and long-term strategic planning.
Partner with the Finance Manager to ensure timely and accurate reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
Oversee operational efficiency, resource allocation, and cost management.
Develop and execute growth initiatives in collaboration with the Sales Manager and Operations Lead.
Evaluate and approve major investments, capital expenditures, and vendor partnerships.
Ensure operational scorecard metrics (throughput, rework, on-time installs, templating lead time, DSO, margin) are tracked and met.
Drive cross-functional problem-solving and issue resolution.
Support process standardization and technology adoption (e.g., Moraware, inventory systems).
Maintain accountability to KPIs across departments and ensure Rocks are completed on time.
Champion Cambrian’s transition to employee ownership, instilling a sense of accountability, equity, and pride across the team.
Model transparent, data-driven decision-making and clear communication.
Coach employee owners to understand and leverage their ownership stake for collective success.
Reinforce a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Lead recruiting, training, and succession planning for key leadership positions.
Oversee HR systems, performance evaluations, and compensation strategy.
Foster leadership growth, coaching, and cross-training to strengthen the organization.
Manage change with empathy, ensuring clear communication around any organizational shifts.