Chief Executive Officer – Confidential Data Center Startup

Job Description

Job title: Chief Executive Officer – Confidential Data Center Startup

Company: Yorktown Search Partners

Job description: Company Overview:
Our client is a confidential, emerging player in the global data center and digital infrastructure sector, launching with a flagship location in Gatineau, Quebec. The company is backed by strategic government partners and leading institutional investors. The mission is to create a sustainable, scalable data center network that delivers advanced data storage, cloud computing, and connectivity solutions to businesses worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a fast-growing industry, leveraging creative financing structures and strategic partnerships.Position Overview:
As the founding Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational execution of the company. This role requires a dynamic leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to contribute $100,000 in capital and drive the startup to market leadership while operating without a salary for the first 12 months. You will focus on building the company from the ground up, managing the sale-leaseback of the flagship property, raising capital, and driving the company’s global expansion.Key Responsibilities: * Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute a long-term growth strategy for the company, starting from the flagship data center in Gatineau and expanding to key global markets.
• Oversee real estate transactions, including a sale-leaseback for the flagship property, and secure additional funding through creative financial solutions.
• Collaborate with government partners and institutional investors to align the company’s growth with long-term strategic goals.
• Capital Raising & Financial Strategy:

• Lead the company’s capital raising efforts, including securing equity investment from strategic and institutional partners.
• Manage relationships with government partners to access funding programs and grants designed to support innovative technology startups.
• Ensure the efficient use of the CEO’s $100,000 capital contribution to drive early-stage operations, technology development, and market penetration.
• Operational Oversight:

• Oversee all aspects of business operations, including data center development, customer acquisition, technology infrastructure, and compliance with industry standards.
• Ensure the company operates with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and security, meeting or exceeding industry best practices.
• Build a high-performing team, capable of driving the company’s aggressive growth objectives.
• Investor Relations & Business Development:

• Build strong relationships with potential investors, government agencies, and key stakeholders to secure funding and strategic partnerships.
• Drive the business development strategy, identifying key market opportunities and leading the company into new regions.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and public forums to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record as a CEO or senior executive in a technology, infrastructure, or startup environment.
• Experience with capital raising, strategic partnerships, and managing relationships with institutional investors and government agencies.
• Expertise in managing real estate financing transactions such as sale-leasebacks and leveraging innovative financial structures.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to execute on long-term business strategies while managing day-to-day operations.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to contribute $100,000 in capital and operate without a base salary for the first 12 months

Preferred:

• Experience in the data center, cloud computing, or digital infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with Canadian government programs such as the Export Development Canada (EDC) and other financial instruments.
• Previous experience working in a high-growth startup environment.

Compensation:

• The role requires a capital contribution of $100,000. Compensation will be provided in the form of equity in the company, with the addition of a base salary after 12 months. There is substantial potential for growth as the business scales.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply.”

Location: Gatineau, QC

Job date: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:08:14 GMT