The journey of a buy-in CEO includes:

• Shaping, evaluating and driving the company's vision and strategic growth opportunities.
• Taking on the daily management of the company.
• Driving growth through marketing and sales initiatives.
• Optimizing product and service offerings and improve brand positioning
• Identifying, managing and implementing impactful operational improvements, through automation, digitalization and operational excellence initiatives.
  Identify, assess and manage the integration of strategic expansion targets to acquire.
• Providing regular reports to the Companions team regarding the company's performance and vision, while seeking support when necessary.

What does the ideal buy-in candidate look like?

• Passion for a certain field. The field depends on the industry of the company that is acquired.
• Strong analytical capabilities and ability to make informed, strategic decisions
• Demonstrated organization skills and leadership excellence
• Master’s degree. The field depends on the industry of the company that is acquired.
• Entrepreneurial drive: a passion for achieving success and driving business growth.
• Long-term commitment: motivated to be part of a long-term project, with clear exit opportunities.

• Financial commitment: willingness to co-invest.

What does Companions offer to buy-in CEOs:

• Co-investment opportunity: Profit financially from the mutual success of the company.
• Exceptional growth opportunity: This role offers an exciting path for personal and professional development.
• Steep learning curve: Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of private equity and the exciting new business.
• Guidance and support: Benefit from the guidance of an experienced team of leaders.
• Long-term commitment with clear exit possibility: Receive a long-term contract and a competitive salary package with extensive benefits.

The process

• Register as a candidate by filling in the form below.
• Internal review: upon receiving your application, we conduct an internal review to determine if there is a match.
• Personal invitation to our event, called Companions Connect. In an intimate setting, you will get to know the Companions model and meet our team and Managing Partners.

• We add you in our database and keep you in the loop of target companies. Once we identify a new buy-in opportunity, we will contact you and send you a teaser. You will then have the chance to express your interest and apply. If your application is selected, a fast-paced selection process will follow, during which we will delve deeper into your leadership capabilities, industry knowledge, strategic insights and problem-solving abilities.
• We also keep our potential future CEOs informed about new management opportunities in companies in which we are already active.