Chief Executive Officer (Growth & Exit Strategy)

JOB TITLE: Chief Executive Officer (Growth & Exit Strategy)COMPANY: Icons of Real EstateLOCATION: RemoteEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time (Performance-Structured)About Us:Icons of Real Estate is a rapidly scaling podcast production platform and SaaS marketplace dedicated to US real estate professionals. We power over 100 active podcasts, secure approximately 100 agent guest bookings weekly, and operate a dynamic two-sided marketplace that seamlessly connects podcast hosts with industry guests. Our proprietary platform, The HUB, centralizes the entire production and booking workflow for our clients.We are a lean, profitable, remote-first operation with a singular strategic goal: aggressively scale our footprint and position the business for a high-value acquisition by a strategic buyer in the proptech ecosystem.The Opportunity:This is not a traditional corporate CEO role. We are seeking a highly entrepreneurial operator to take the helm, orchestrate a $1M growth capital raise as their first major initiative, and steer the company through to a strategic exit. This role offers substantial financial upside tied directly to performance and outcome.The Structure:Phase 1: The Raise (Months 0–4): You will lead and close a $1M growth round within 120 days, activating both your investor network and ours. During this sprint, we provide a $2,000–$3,000/month draw so you can focus 100% on this objective. Upon successfully closing the round, you will receive an immediate $40,000 milestone bonus.Phase 2: Scale & Exit (Post-Raise): You transition to full operational control with an $8,000–$9,000/month base salary, funded by the raised capital.The Exit Bonus: A life-changing performance bonus structured as a percentage of sale proceeds above our baseline valuation.This compensation structure is strictly designed for leaders motivated by high-leverage equity upside rather than a guaranteed high salary from day one. If you require a standard market-rate base salary immediately, this role will not be a fit.Key Responsibilities:Orchestrate and close a $1M growth funding round within 120 days, leveraging your existing investor relationships.Assume complete operational leadership of the business, overseeing our distributed team, product platform, client delivery, and top-line growth.Partner with the founders to execute aggressive growth initiatives across paid acquisition, strategic partnerships, and product development.Architect the company’s M&A roadmap, cultivating relationships with prospective acquirers and advisory firms to drive a strategic sale.Manage, mentor, and scale a high-performing remote workforce across global time zones.Qualifications:Non-Negotiable Requirements:Direct, hands-on experience navigating a company acquisition (sell-side strongly preferred) with deep knowledge of the internal due diligence process.Proven track record of raising capital (angel, seed, or growth rounds) with an active, accessible network of investors.Experience leading lean, remote teams (5–20 employees) and thriving in environments without heavy corporate infrastructure.Ability to commit full-time to this role immediately.Ideal Profile:Leadership background spanning SaaS, digital media, marketplaces, or real estate technology (PropTech).Based in Latin America or Eastern Europe to ensure time zone synergy with our US client base and Australian founders.Established network and connections within the US real estate ecosystem.Compensation & Upside:$2,000–$3,000/month draw during the initial fundraising sprint (Phase 1).$40,000 immediate cash bonus upon successfully closing the $1M funding round.$8,000–$9,000/month base salary post-raise.Substantial exit bonus tied to sale proceeds above a defined baseline—structured specifically to reward the new value you create, rather than the value already built.A concrete mandate and path to achieve a significant exit within a 12–24 month timeline.Total operational authority and autonomy to run the business.How To Apply:Submit your application along with a concise brief detailing the following:One capital raise you led or co-led: Include the amount, structure, and outcome.One M&A transaction you participated in: Detail your exact role and the final result.Your Motivation: Why this heavy-upside, outcome-driven structure aligns with your current career goals.To: goodness@iconsofrealestate.comWe are moving aggressively to fill this position. Initial interviews will be scheduled within the week.