Category: Recruiting and Selection

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Announcing a New Search for a Multiplex GM

SUMMARY:

Our vision is to create engaging, unique, and unforgettable experiences. We love what we do, immersing ourselves in the fun of our creations and extending that fun to our guests and colleagues. Our collective endeavor ensures that every visitor becomes a raving fan of The Company and the vibrant experiences we offer.

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead The Company. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, entertainment, and creating memorable guest experiences. In this role, you will be at the helm of coordinating seamless operations across all areas of our venue, including the Back of House (BOH), Front of House (FOH), gaming areas, and event management. You will be responsible for managing staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, overseeing financial performance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, all while fostering a collaborative environment that bridges the gap between dining, gaming, and event experiences.

Success in this multifaceted position requires excellent communication, leadership, multitasking skills, and the ability to integrate effectively with the establishment’s culture. Your contributions will ensure overall guest satisfaction and create an exceptional experience for all visitors.

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

    • Operational Excellence: Oversee and integrate the operations of the BOH, FOH, gaming sections, and event services to ensure a cohesive and high-quality guest experience. Manage all venue activities to achieve operational efficiency and excellence.
    • Team Leadership and Coordination: Lead, motivate, and ensure seamless collaboration among all teams, including kitchen staff, service teams, gaming personnel, and event coordinators. Promote a culture of teamwork, excellence, and hospitality that spans across all sections of The Company.
    • Strategic Management: Develop and implement strategies to enhance the overall customer experience, integrating the unique offerings of our dining, gaming, and event services. Ensure that all parts of the business operate smoothly together, creating synergies and enhancing guest satisfaction.
    • Financial and Resource Management: Manage financial budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation efficiently, ensuring that the coordination between different departments is cost-effective and aligns with our financial goals.
    • Compliance and Standards: Ensure that all areas of operation comply with health, safety, and legal regulations, maintaining high standards across the board. Oversee the integration of compliance measures between the kitchen, service areas, gaming operations, and event management.
    • Event and Gaming Coordination: Work closely with event coordinators to deliver exceptional experiences.
    • Customer Experience Management: Act as the pinnacle for ensuring customer satisfaction across all facets of The Company, from dining and gaming to special events. Address and integrate feedback from various service areas to continually enhance the guest experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Oversee daily operations of the venue, ensuring efficient management of all activities.
    • Lead and motivate a diverse team to exceed customer expectations, promoting a culture of excellence.
    • Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
    • Manage financial budgets, including forecasting, expense control, inventory and revenue growth.
    • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to health, safety, and alcohol service.
    • Coordinate with marketing to promote events, specials, and new offerings to increase patronage.
    • Handle staffing requirements, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
    • Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment for all employees.
    • Liaise with vendors and suppliers, maintaining strong relationships and negotiating contracts to benefit the venue.
    • Analyze performance data to identify trends, make informed decisions, and implement improvements. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

    • Proven experience as a General Manager or similar executive role in hospitality, entertainment, or related fields.
    • Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and motivating teams.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on customer service.
    • Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and financial planning.
    • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
    • Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines related to health and safety.
    • Must possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent. 

 

Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests, regulatory agencies, or business community members. Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or board of directors. Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with supervisors, clients, staff, vendors, etc. 

COMPETENCIES:

    • Cooperation- Refers to the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships. This person exhibits tact and consideration and displays a positive outlook and pleasant manner.
    • Guests Service- The ability to satisfy the expectations and requirements of guests. These individuals display courtesy and sensitivity and respond promptly to service requests. They identify guests’ needs and explain services clearly.
    • Work Quality- The Front of the House Manager is directly responsible for guest experiences from the start to the end of their visit. They consistently achieve desired outcomes with a minimum of avoidable errors and problems.
    • Time Management—The Front-of-the-House Manager must complete the daily duties and responsibilities in a timely manner. Multitasking is essential for effective work. Delegating tasks and understanding the team’s capabilities is essential.
    • Teamwork refers to the ability to effectively enforce policies and procedures with all staff members. It involves working closely with other managers to ensure employees and guests have a fun, safe environment. Teamwork also involves communicating and creating relationships with employees to instill the company’s culture and core values.
    • Action Oriented – This individual enjoys working hard and is action oriented and full of energy for things seen as challenging. This person reacts quickly to critical situations.
    • Listening – Refers to the ability to be an attentive and active listener and have patience to hear people out.
    • Creativity – This individual comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. They easily make connections among previously unrelated notions and tends to be seen as original and value-added brainstorming settings.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is performed in a commercial food service operation environment and entertainment center. Exposure to noise and large gatherings of people are common. Requires working extended hours with little notice. Work involves the operation of demanding equipment and standing for extended periods of time. Lifting and/or carrying materials weighing up to 30 pounds occurs with varied frequency.

If you want the opportunity to join our growing company or to consider any of our other searches, please contact Jim Weber at Tel. 770-354-2817; e-mail; jimweber@newcenturydynamics.com

This document is presented to you confidently.  All communication, whether written, oral, or electronic, should be addressed to:

 

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search

James E. Weber, President

New Century Dynamics Executive Search

Tel. 770-354-2817; e-mail; jimweber@newcenturydynamics.com

 

 

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VP Field Operations Search Completed by New Century Dynamics Executive Search

THE COMPANY

Established in 2013 and based out of Columbus, Ohio, The Company is a highly collaborative organization with clearly defined core values. “We develop edgy, immersive consumer engagements and bring them to life through unique brand experiences”.   As VP of Field Operations, you’ll have the opportunity to:

    • Work for a relevant and authentic brand development firm with a strong reputation in the hospitality industry
    • Advance your career and continue learning from solid leaders.
    • Make an impact in an environment where your voice truly matters.
    • Share in partnerships and collaborations with local and national brands.

 

The Position – VP of Field Operations

The VP of Field Operations will be responsible for the scaling and success of operations for multiple brands in the food and beverage space. This leader will be instrumental in designing operational strategy, and goals, and will be accountable for the financial success of the brands. The VP of Field Operations will own all operational aspects of the business to support the brands, including providing input/direction on brand strategy, driving location-level performance, directing/managing the food & beverage program, maintaining facilities, overseeing the build-out of new locations, and championing continuous improvement. This leader will add to the vibrant atmosphere of Rise Brands, bringing energy, creativity, and innovative thinking to the management, development, and growth of Rise Brands.

Our ideal VP of Field Operations is:

    • Adaptable – You are flexible, resourceful, and can wear many hats. You are always looking for ways to improve and can look at a business with a critical eye. You are timely, proactive, and always follow through.
    • Accountable – You are a team player who will not pass the buck. Unafraid of having crucial conversations, you are empathetic but firm and are strong with conflict resolution.
    • Proactive – You are not afraid of new challenges. You identify issues quickly and drive through obstacles with ease to deliver high-quality results.
    • Analytical – You can effectively process financial information and can express the needs of the business to your teams. You have an entrepreneurial mentality and are exceptionally organized in all tasks that you undertake.
    • A Communicator – You are a successful communicator and liaison between the field and the home office. You understand the hospitality industry and embrace our non-traditional business hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

OPERATIONS

    • Champion operational excellence and adherence to brand standards.
    • Empower and Lead Operations Managers to consistently deliver a cohesive brand experience to guests.
    • Manage the overall operational budget and coordinate creation and execution with fellow Rise Brands leadership team members; provide input into annual revenue goals and targets.
    • Develop systems and procedures to hold staff accountable at the highest levels, ensuring delivery of operational excellence for Rise Brands.
    • Provide strategy + brand marketing input/direction in partnership with other members of the leadership team.
    • Manage brand performance metrics via improved reporting, information flow, and management, business process improvement; in the near term, manage the creation and rollout of a brand dashboard at all levels of the organization.
    • Identify operational gaps and continuously improve operational systems and controls.
    • Develop and maintain an innovative, best-in-class, food & beverage program that provides guests with the best product experiences available.
    • Oversee and support brand expansion including new market pre-launch activities.

 VISION, STRATEGY, AND LEADERSHIP

    • Contribute to the building and achievement of the company’s strategic plan, advancing the company’s brand position, revenue, and growth.
    • Drive the development and preparation of short-term and long-range plans and budgets based on company goals and objectives.
    • Foster an environment where improvements to products, processes, and services are welcomed and encouraged.

TEAM DEVELOPMENT

  • Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
  • Attract, develop, appraise, and retain a high-performance team; provide coaching and feedback for continuous improvement to further foster a high performance, energized work environment that reflects the organization’s culture.
  • Establish a system to ensure team members receive timely and appropriate training and development.

QUALIFICATIONS

    • Ten or more years experience successfully managing multi-unit, multi-brand operations; hospitality and food & beverage required. Preferably cross-category experience (i.e. entertainment, fast casual, fine dining).
    • Experience scaling the business operations of an early-stage, comparable organization; experience as a proven business operator.
    • Experience managing rapid organizational changes and managing the impact of change
    • Ability to deal with ambiguity yet possesses analytical skills and process orientation to align personnel and resources to deliver sustainable and profitable business results.
    • Track record of delivering operating results while increasing sales and profitability.
    • Highly developed communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization/external partners clearly, concisely, and confidently.
    • An energetic and positive individual who is relationship-oriented with a demonstrated track record of serving as a trusted partner to internal and external constituents.
    • Demonstrated ability in problem analysis and resolution at both a strategic and operational level
    • Strong grasp of financial concepts, including budgets and profit and loss statements, and balance sheet management
    • Exemplary team-building skills and demonstrated ability to motivate and encourage teams
    • Experience in vendor relationship management
    • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to attain business goals/objectives
    • Ability to travel up 20-30%

Benefits: Med/Dental/Vision, company-paid Life policy, company-paid STD/LTD, voluntary life AD&D for employees, spouses, and children. Paid Time Off (Vacation Time and Sick Time), 401(k) with match after eligibility requirements are met to enter the plan.

 

Our Core Values are:

      • Authentic + Fun
      • Focused + Deliberate
      • Engaged + Creative
      • Passionate + Thoughtful

The top responsibilities that are most important to this role are related to team development, operational excellence, managing the financials/budgets to maintain profitable results and cross-team collaboration with other leaders/departments to achieve our company goals.

 

 

If you want the opportunity to be a part of our growing company, apply to The Company today!

This document is presented to you in confidence.  All communication, whether written, oral, or electronic should be addressed to:

 

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search

James E. Weber, President

New Century Dynamics Executive Search

9370 Stoney Ridge Ln. 

Alpharetta, GA  30022

Tel. 770-354-2817; e-mail; jimweber@newcenturydynamics.com

 

 

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Director of Information Technology – New Search Assignment!

 

Job Description Summary

The Director of Information Technology will manage and direct the company’s information technology (IT) operations, ensuring the department provides efficient and effective technical support services. S/he will strive to always provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests and will be responsible for exemplifying the culture and commitment to guest satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions

    • Oversight of technological systems, planning, implementation, storage, back-up, and maintenance of IT systems and processes
    • Develops excellence at our corporate and franchise POS software and operations, is responsible for new installations, and making sure that all help desk tickets are answered efficiently and communicated to the user.
    • Ensure technology system controls are in place to comply with corporate policy and PCI standards
    • Identify security vulnerabilities and recommend strategic solutions
    • Develops and implements business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss
    • Provide administrative access to POS files, tracking, reporting, and works with other departments
    • Establishes efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure
    • Maintains Support Center hardware, software, and infrastructure
    • Repair and replace hardware in stores or at the Support Center
    • Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs
    • Develop, manage, and track the IT department’s annual budget
    • Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information
    • Facilitates IT security audits or investigations
    • Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers
    • Position may require after-hours coverage to include late nights and weekends
    • Position requires oversight of the entire Information Technology team
    • Provide direction, guidance, training to IT staff including hiring and handling employee concerns
    • Performs other related duties as assigned

Experience and Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience required
    • At least 5 years of experience working in an IT department
    • At least 2 years of experience supervising an IT department
    • Prior experience working in a Restaurant Corporate office setting is preferred

Job Requirements:

    • Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit
    • Must have a valid driver’s license and meet company driving standards
    • Must be at least 28 years of age
    • Must have excellent leadership and coaching skills
    • Must be a positive example for franchisees and team members
    • Ability to work well under pressure
    • Ability to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written
    • Must be highly detailed orientated
    • Must have a strong working knowledge of office computers, hardware, and internet.
    • Must have a working knowledge of SpeedLine Point-of-Sale equipment and software
    • Must have a working knowledge of SpeedDine Online Ordering System
    • Must have a working knowledge of PUNCHH Loyalty and Guest Engagement Platform
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to travel overnight for a week at a time for new restaurant openings
    • Possesses excellent listening skills
    • Possesses excellent communication skills
    • Must be professional in appearance and demeanor
    • Always ensure a teamwork environment
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
    • Ability to deal effectively, interact well with our franchisees, guests, and team members
    • Ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner
    • Passion for creating a “Best in Class” experience for our franchisees, guests, and team members

Working Conditions:

    • Reports to the CFO and works with all departments regularly
    • Has supervisory responsibility for direct reports
    • Must be able to stand and walk throughout the shift
    • Must be able to lift, and/or, carry up to 25 lbs. at shoulder height and push/pull up to 75 lbs.
    • Must be able to perform simple grasping, fine manipulation; repetitive hand and arm movements frequently; squeezing and overhead reaching occasionally

Benefits and Perks:

    • F&B Discounts
    • 401K
    • Paid Time Off from Day 1
    • Medical Benefits
    • Sick Pay from Day 1
    • Vacation available from Day 1
    • Bonus paid annually
    • Base salary $60,000 per annum

 

This document is presented to you in confidence.  All communication, whether written, oral or electronic should be addressed to: 

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search

 James E. Weber, President 
New Century Dynamics Executive Search
9370 Stoney Ridge Ln.  
Alpharetta, GA  30022 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tel. 770-649-7051; Cell 770-354-2817; e-mail; jimweber@newcenturydynamics.com 

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COO Search – Social Media Startup

Overview

The COO has overall responsibility for the operations and that financial targets are achieved.  This includes the planning, organizing, direction, and control of the company.  The COO is responsible for ensuring that company standards for customer service, sales growth, and profit margins are achieved.

The COO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). You will have to maintain control of diverse business operations, so we expect you to be an experienced and efficient leader. If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen, and exemplary work ethics, we would like to meet you.

The goal of the COO position is to secure the functionality of the business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.

COO responsibilities include:

    • Designing and implementing business operations
    • Establishing policies that promote company culture and vision.
    • Overseeing operations of the company and the work of executives

Responsibilities

    • Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance, etc.)
    • Assist Senior Leadership in developing business strategies, plans, procedures, and annual budget.
    • Ensure that the company maintains a viable Marketing Strategy, supported by plans to achieve company objectives.
    • Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
    • Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices, customer focus and service, and encourages individual integrity.
    • Maintain a positive, ethical climate that attracts high-caliber talent.
    • Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication.
    • Ensure that annual performance evaluations are completed for all employees.
    • Evaluate company performance against established metrics, with particular emphasis on customer acquisition and retention, revenue growth, and cash flow.
    • Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance.
    • Assist CEO in fundraising ventures.
    • Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)
    • Manage relationships with partners/vendors.

Requirements

    • Proven experience as Chief Operating Office or relevant role in a start-up
    • Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.
    • Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
    • Experience in fundraising will be a plus.
    • Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
    • Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office.
    • Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
    • Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
    • Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
    • BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.

For More Information Contact

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search

JimWeber@newcenturydynamics.com

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Operations Manager – Quick Casual

Job Description

 Position Details:

    • Reports to: Chief Operating Officer; member of Leadership Team
    • Location: Lancaster, Ohio; ability to work remotely from home available
    • Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 90%
    • Compensation: Competitive base salary, plus annual company performance bonus potential
    • Position Benefits: Paid Holidays; Vacation Time (4 weeks); potential to work from home; part of a growing successful restaurant company.

 Core Values:

    • We are focused on our customers’ needs.
    • We are proud of our high-quality products and service.
    • No slackers
    • We prepare and conquer as a team.
    • We are dedicated to constant improvement.

 Desired Attributes:

    • Solution Seeker
    • Dedicated Self Starter with Strong Work Ethic
    • Growth Oriented
    • Results Focused
    • Balanced
    • Adaptable
    • Direct and Transparent
    • Always a Learner
    • Passionate
    • Committed to the Greater Good

Education:

    • High School diploma required.
    • College a plus
    • Food Safety Level 2 Certification required
    • Responsible Service of Alcohol Certification required (will train)
    • Familiar with Entrepreneurial Operating Systems (EOS) a plus

 Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced, high-energy, and creative leader with deep multi-unit restaurant management experience, excellent leadership, communication, and numbers/analytical abilities with the desire to help grow an already-successful restaurant operation.

The right person will have a proven track record related to multi-unit management leveraging a trusted-relationship approach. This role will be expected to build and maintain a strong relationship with direct reports (MUM – Multi-Unit Manager) and a multi-level, cross-functional support team. You will be responsible for making decisions that have a direct impact on our company’s brand, culture, reputation, and profitability through quality control, process management, customer retention, operations training, and IT initiatives.

 Responsibilities:

    • Play an integral part of the leadership team driving the operational strategy with the goals of retaining customers and team members while maximizing profitability.
    • Drive a culture of quality and personal accountability throughout the company.
    • Analyze reports, measurements, and external benchmarks to identify trends, potential problems, or opportunities for improvement.
    • Plan/forecast weekly sales, labor, and COGs to manage food and labor costs increasing restaurant profitability.
    • Prepare reports of progress and forecasts for Chief Operating Officer using key performance metrics.

For more information contact:

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search
James E. Weber, President | New Century Dynamics Executive Search |
Tel.  770-354-2817 | Email: JimWeber@NewCenturyDynamics.com |
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New Search: Head of Marketing Search for VC-Backed, DTC Meal Delivery Company

COMPANY: Confidential
POSITION:    Head of Marketing
LOCATION: New York – Tri States Area
REPORTS TO: CEO

Rapidly growing direct-to-consumer subscription meal delivery company.

POSITION SYNOPSIS:
As a key member of the senior leadership team, the highly entrepreneurial Head of Marketing will drive the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing plan and growth strategy to align with the company’s objectives. The position oversees the organization’s branding, digital & traditional marketing, partnerships, event planning, public relations, community outreach programs, and customer experience group.

Key qualities for success include:
● Entrepreneurial
● Can get things done tactically while moving a business forward strategically
● Has successfully built a team, in a phased approach
○ Balancing readiness for the investment against spend for agencies
● Understands and believes in holding consultants accountable via contracts with performance metrics
● Understands that a budget is a guideline, everything must be evaluated as time and direction changes
● Is fanatical about the numbers — especially about CAC and conversion
● Ability to shift between tactical and the strategic
● Has managed an e-commerce DTC brand – either someone from food delivery or someone who comes to the table with great ideas on how to apply their experience to food/meal delivery

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Work collaboratively with other members of the leadership team to define objectives, KPIs, develop budgets, strategies, and achieve targets in line with founders’ vision and the company’s mission
● Lead development and execution of a differentiated, consumer insight-driven brand strategy.
● Diversify mix of digital and analog acquisition channels to more effectively target prospective higher affinity customer, increase conversion and LTV, reduce CAC, and scale
● Monitor and optimize the payback period of each cohort of users making the necessary adjustments in the quality of acquisition.
● Set up frameworks to create successful funnels. Design an acquisition mix that is truly user-centric and leads media buying to bring traffic that converts to new users that meet our growth targets.
● Design, develop and execute formal customer retention strategies and programs
● Identify and engage key strategic partners to increase brand awareness and drive growth
● Develop and manage the consumer-facing digital and offline experiences.
● Oversee the company’s customer experience group
● Develop value-add presentations to engage key internal stakeholders, investors, and partners
● Drive company vision, messaging, and brand consistency; instill a growth-minded culture.
● Full P&L responsibility for the marketing department
● Recruit and lead talented internal and outsourced teams

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
● Minimum 10 years of marketing experience, with a successful track record formulating and leading marketing strategy, implementation, and team building for direct-to-consumer e-commerce companies.
● 5+ years of marketing experience driving customer acquisition across marketing channels (PPC, Display, Paid Search, Paid Social, Retargeting, etc) – startup experience preferred.
● 5+ years of marketing leadership experience
● Subscription experience is preferred
● Experience working with ad-serving platforms and digital monitoring tools, as well as offline marketing tools and strategies as well.
● Experience in leading and managing A/B testing, bidded media, and marketing program optimization
● Demonstrated data insights (KPI’s, traffic, revenue, conversions, ROI) to improve marketing efforts
● Demonstrated interest and/or experience working with or coaching a fast-growing company.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with and influence colleagues at all levels.
● Excellent eye for design and can understand and interpret design language (digital and analog), experience managing designers, developers, and agencies.
● Sense of urgency in assisting the brand to navigate the ever-changing landscape to commercialize opportunities.
● Strong leadership, talent mentoring, and talent development skills.
● Enthusiastic, can-do approach, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a rapid-paced environment.
● Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
● Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field of study. MBA Degree preferred. Compensation and Benefits
● This position is an “at-will”, full-time, salaried, exempt position. The salary will depend upon the candidate’s relevant experience
● Competitive benefits are available – medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401k


Location

We work on the East Coast Time Zone. The majority of work is remote. Available for periodic meetings – after the pandemic in greater NYC. Relocation expenses are not available.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, and veteran status.

Ideal Candidate Profile
Who comes from:
Tier 1 D2C Meals Company that has grown to become a market/sector
leader:
HelloFresh
Freshly
Factor
Tier 1 D2C Consumer Brands:
Magic Spoon
Stitch Fix
Allbirds
Warby Parker
Away
Bonobos
Glossier
Casper
Harry’s Razors
Dollar Shave Club

Or Tier 1 Early Stage Branding Agency who has helped companies like the above ideally early on that led to a growth inflection point: e.g. Red Antler

We need a marketing person who can do this:
https://prezi.com/2mcy25316bkn/factor-75-marketing-overview/

Speak like this (regularly in podcasts and interviews):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CAe2X65Wfg

And who has the creative foresight and nuts and bolts e-commerce experience to create this:
https://www.needleseyemedia.com/

And who comes from an e-comm business that we aspire to emulate.

 

For more information and your referrals, please contact Jim Weber, President, New Century Dynamics Executive Search

Jim Weber, President
New Century Dynamics Executive Search

James E. Weber, President | New Century Dynamics Executive Search |

Tel.  770-354-2817 | Email: JimWeber@NewCenturyDynamics.com |

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Spring Networking Event: Speed Networking

Midtown Atlanta Georgia

Enjoy a Spring Evening in Midtown making new network connections over Beer, Wine, and hors d’oeuvres. Hosted by ITB Partners

When: March 26, 2019 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Building off the concept of Speed Dating, this event is designed to practice and improve your networking skills with a number of people, in short, intense meetings.

The fun begins at 4:30 p.m. with beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. A $15 Cover Charge is required.

Our Host, Global Showrooms is located across the street from the Midtown Marta Station on 10th street, at: 10 10th Street NW, Suite 150, Atlanta, 30309

 

For more information, and to register,

Click Here!



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Craft an Effective Elevator Pitch

Networking meetings can become stale and boring over time. When this happens attendance will decrease and the networking group risks becoming irrelevant. This point was on my mind as I planned our ITB Partners monthly Members meeting for Friday, October 19.  We have an excellent speaker scheduled to talk about selling skills for small business owners and entrepreneurs.  Her presentation is highly relevant to our members. So, I saw an opportunity to build on that theme and address one of my pet peeves.  I decided to modify our standard agenda to accommodate a contest to reward the best elevator pitch. My thinking is two-fold; first to support salesmanship as the theme of the meeting, and secondly, to reinforce the importance of an effective elevator pitch.

 

Helping our members understand the importance of a well-crafted elevator pitch is important.  Also, its an opportunity to have some fun at our meeting, while ensuring that it’s informative and productive.  So what is an elevator pitch?  The name itself is a metaphor for a short but highly effective positioning statement. The analogy is that if you’re sharing an elevator ride with someone, say for 30 seconds, how would you respond if asked: “what do you do?”  An elevator pitch is similar to a positioning statement, also known as an Executive Summary at the beginning of a resume.  It should be memorable, believable, and interesting enough to generate a follow-up discussion or meeting.

 

I’m a big believer in positioning statements; whether it’s for a brand, a resume, or especially as an elevator pitch.  This goes back to my days in corporate planning where I learned the value of a coherent positioning statement. One should never underestimate the ability of a positioning statement to focus the organization on its strategic goals.  It is difficult for me to get past a poorly constructed Executive Summary on a resume. I have my doubts that job seekers fully appreciate the importance of this paragraph. It’s the candidate’s personal positioning statement, indicating their career interest and unique selling proposition.  If the Executive Summary is compelling, the reader will have a greater interest in a closer examination of the resume.  If not, it may wind up in the circular file.

 

When I provide resume coaching advice, I always begin with the Executive Summary. My counsel is to define yourself in the first sentence by stating your career level, your functional discipline, and your principal industry experience. The follow-on sentences can provide additional detail to address one’s particular skill sets. For example, if you are proficient at bringing new products to market, or revitalizing legacy brands, those strengths would be important follow-on statements.

 

 

So, why is an elevator pitch so important? If you are engaged in networking as a means of landing a great job or to generate more sales, you need an effective sales pitch.  When meeting strangers, your elevator pitch is an effective way to establish a connection.  It is a tool to help you recruit evangelists for your brand. Evangelists become a force multiplier, leveraging your business development efforts.  They can connect you with people looking for your services.  It is meant to capture the imagination of a prospective client, and to establish you as a viable referral for people in your network.  If your elevator pitch is memorable, you will be remembered!  Your elevator pitch communicates a rationale to consider you as a potential employee or service provider.   The quality of your sales pitch is a vital component closing the deal. It should be memorable, so the construction of your elevator pitch must be clear, easy to understand.

 

At the most fundamental level, an elevator pitch describes who you are, who you help, and why your services are needed. Your elevator pitch is your personal positioning statement. It is short and to the point, and hopefully interesting. In some respects, it is a conversation starter, intended to generate requests for more information.  A good elevator pitch will identify your target market, the prospective client’s problem, and how your company solves those problems.   Your elevator pitch is important, so make an effort to develop an effective pitch.  Practice your pitch!  Use it! Refine it!

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November 13,   Atlanta BENG Meeting featuring Richard Kirby:

November  Atlanta BENG Meeting featuring Richard Kirby: November 13

"Networking to Supercharge Your Career"

 Date and Time

Tue, November 13, 2018

7:30 AM – 9:30 AM EST

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6600 Peachtree Dunwoody

350 Embassy Row

Atlanta, GA 30328

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Richard Kirby, Executive Impact
Join Us for the November Atlanta BENG Chapter Meeting at our NEW BENG MEETING LOCATION featuring Richard Kirby who will present:

"Networking to Supercharge Your Career"

There are lots of people with lots of theories. In this information-packed work session, our speaker will share specific strategies he has used successfully during his career and which his clients have used successfully in their careers.

Everyone knows that networking is the best way to find your next job when you are out of work. It is also the best way to find a job when you are currently employed, whether the job you want is within your current employer or outside.

So, why don’t more people spend the time to network? And why do many career seekers feel that networking just doesn’t work for them?

Come with an open mind and prepare to have it filled with specific strategies you can start leveraging immediately to gain significantly better employment opportunities. Plus, you can use these new tools to continually improve your income for the balance of your career!

Richard Kirby has been a confidential career advisor/consultant to hundreds of six-figure executives and professionals for the past 16 years. He has assisted those wanting to climb the ladder in their current employers as well as unemployed and underemployed job seekers.

Richard is an expert in all phases of career planning, self-promotion, and job search. He has a BS in electrical engineering and a certificate in engineering management. He is also a Certified Management Consultant (CMC®) and a Board Certified Coach, both of which are in the career specialty. Linkedin

Monthly meetings are structured to help each member get the maximum benefit.

BENG Networking Meetings:

  • Are approximately two hours in length.
  • Are typically held monthly.
  • Range from 10 to 30 attendees, but the average is 20.
  • A skill building presentation.
  • Allows each attendee 30 seconds to introduce themselves, talk about their background and expertise, and to present their Target Companies and networking needs.
  • Please bring business cards and your marketing plan if you have one.

Networking meetings provide members with an opportunity to sharpen their networking skills, meet peers from various disciplines and share business opportunities and job leads.

To register or for more information:

R.S.V.P required. For more information about The BENG, go to www.thebeng.org.