Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Remote

Company Overview:

The Company is a leading provider of online academic research programs for high-achieving undergraduate students. Programs are taught by professors from top U.S. and UK universities and include online and in-person events, competitions, and lectures. Core revenue comes from B2C programs, including small-group discussion courses and 1-on-1 research mentorships. The Company is profitable and positioned for growth.

Outcomes:

• Strengthen finance and operational processes, including hiring a CFO and implementing professional systems.
• Build and develop a leadership team across operations, marketing, and program management.
• Streamline operations for efficiency and scale, including managing dispersed faculty and contractors.
• Support expansion into complementary services (e.g., tutoring, test prep, admissions counseling) to diversify revenue.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience scaling growth-stage or startup companies.
• Strong B2C/consumer experience with understanding of customer acquisition and retention metrics.
• Demonstrated team-building and leadership skills managing hybrid or remote teams.
• Experience in marketing, communications, and external engagement.
• Preferred: finance or consulting background, graduate degree, or experience in education/academia.

Leadership Style & Culture Fit:

• Collaborative and inspiring, able to lead a professional team and work with faculty, students, and parents.
• Sophisticated and confident presence to represent the company externally.

Compensation:

$200,000 base salary + 30% performance-based bonus + equity.