Network Company President - Greater Portland Area

What You Will Do

• Serve as president of a small business in the mechanical and electrical services industry
• Determine/be responsible for all business strategy, operations, and P&L management
• Lead an experienced team of existing employee owners

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Collaborating on Financial Decisions: Work closely with the bookkeeper to make informed decisions about ongoing expenses and capital purchases, optimize efficiencies, and develop business metrics.

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Driving Business Growth: Take direct ownership of outbound sales efforts, including pursuing project- and bid-based opportunities and expanding into new B2B accounts.

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Managing HR and Personnel Matters: Handle HR responsibilities, including staff disputes, employee performance evaluations, job reviews, raises, and bonuses.

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Analyzing Business Practices: Analyze current business methods and practices, and promote opportunities for team development and growth.

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Relationship management: invest in your local community, and build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and partners.

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Transitioning to Employee Ownership: Collaborate with Teamshares and fellow shareholders during the transition to employee ownership, coaching and partnering to instill an owner’s mindset that drives better business outcomes and fosters a positive company culture.

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Leading Growth Initiatives: Act as a growth leader, working with employee-owners to improve company operations and expand revenue opportunities.

What You Have

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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.

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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.

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Relationship-Driven and Community-Oriented: A natural connector who fosters long-term, trust-based relationships with customers, vendors, and the broader community through a thoughtful blend of professional engagement and authentic, personalized connection.

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Prioritization and Delegation: Proven ability to prioritize and delegate tasks based on urgency and impact, addressing critical issues efficiently while staying focused on long-term goals.

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Clear Communication and Collaboration: Ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, and foster constructive collaboration with all employees.

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Demonstrated Leadership Skills: Proven people leadership abilities through previous work experiences, with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a low-ego approach.

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Entrepreneurial Mindset: Possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to build and innovate.

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Project Management and Problem-Solving: Proven project management and problem-solving skills, coupled with a humble, hands-on, get-it-done attitude.

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Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and analytical skills to oversee company financials and develop effective business strategies.

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Growth Mindset: Embrace a growth mindset, with a willingness to explore new ideas, learn from mistakes, and innovate.

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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.

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Strategic Partnership: Ability to partner with stakeholders to establish a clear vision, define measurable KPIs, and develop strategies to achieve financial goals.

As President of a Teamshares network company, you will receive

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• Equity stake both in the network company and in Teamshares
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• Competitive salary and benefits
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• Ongoing business and leadership development training throughout your tenure
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• Access to exceptional medical/dental/vision benefit plans
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• Paid parental leave