Executive Vice President - Services Industry

Executive Vice President - Chicago Region

With Succession Path to Senior Leadership (CEO Track)

A leading global provider of flexible workspace solutions is seeking an ambitious, high-performing Executive Vice President to join their leadership team. This unique opportunity offers a clearly defined path to C-suite leadership for the right candidate, with potential progression to COO and ultimately CEO within 2-3 years.

The Company

Our client is a rapidly expanding service organization that operates hundreds of workspace locations across North America. With aggressive growth plans including 600+ new locations this year and 1,000-1,500 planned for next year, they offer an entrepreneurial culture despite their substantial size. This is a dynamic, sales-oriented organization with a fast-paced environment and short 30-day sales cycles.

Primary Responsibilities

• Initially manage Chicago market operations, gaining deep understanding of the business model and operations
• Transition to overseeing regional operations across multiple states
• Drive operational excellence and financial performance across multiple locations
• Build and develop high-performing teams
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives
• Work closely with current CEO to prepare for potential succession

• Proven experience managing multi-business units or multiple locations
• Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated business leadership
• Experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments
• Sales-oriented mindset with ability to drive revenue growth
• Analytical skills with ability to make quick, data-driven decisions
• Resilience and "thick skin" to thrive in a direct, results-oriented culture
• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to "roll up sleeves"
• Aspiration for C-suite/CEO position within 2-3 years

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in service-oriented industries
• Multi-site management expertise (retail, hospitality, etc.)
• Background managing construction projects or new location openings a plus

Location: Chicago/Midwest preferred (relocation assistance available)

Competitive compensation package including:

• Base salary range: $300,000-$350,000
• Performance bonus target of 50%
• Long-term incentive plan with equity component
• Comprehensive benefits package

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