Chief Executive Officer - Retail
Leap BrandsUnited States
Posted December 1, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Leap Brands, founded in 2023 by Chris Wunder and Chaz Cervino, is a private equity-focused firm specializing in executive recruiting, M&A, and marketing for various sectors including healthcare, retail, and technology. The company differentiates itself through co-investments with PE partners, proprietary software development, and strategic acquisitions within the recruiting industry. Leap Brands' commitment to innovation and partnership sets it apart in supporting growth and success for its clients.
Job Description
We are seeking a transformational Chief Executive Officer to lead a fast-scaling retail and food & beverage roll-up platform backed by private equity.
Requirements
- 15+ years of multi-unit leadership experience in retail, food & beverage, hospitality, franchising, or consumer services
- Significant experience working with private equity and leading PE-backed organizations
- Proven success in M&A integration, roll-ups, restructuring, or platform-building
- Deep operational expertise with a track record of improving unit-level performance
- Strong financial acumen and P&L ownership across large, complex organizations
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to build high-performing teams