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About the Opportunity

Viaticus Canada is rejuvenating Atlantic Life Line Ltd., a Nova Scotia-incorporated company from 1996, into an independent subsidiary. The company is seeking an entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer to lead and expand this business, focusing on viatical and life loan solutions for policyholders in Nova Scotia and other parts of Canada.

This role resembles a franchise partnership more than a conventional employment position. Founders contribute their intellectual property, sweat equity, and a 30-year industry network, while back-office support and financing through bank funding are anticipated but not yet secured.

Position Overview

Working alongside the founders, the CEO will spearhead commercialization efforts, foster banking and investor relations, and drive execution for growth. This position suits an executive passionate about creating value from inception rather than managing a mature company, with readiness for an equity-focused startup phase prior to establishing institutional funding.

Compensation & Deal Structure

This role currently offers no traditional salary; compensation will be equity ownership in the subsidiary.
Viaticus Canada contributes intellectual assets, networking relationships including institutional banking contacts, and will provide infrastructure and bank funding once secured.
The CEO contributes hands-on leadership, execution skills, and support in developing funding relationships.
Equity share percentages and vesting conditions will be negotiated with founders.
A personal capital investment near $100,000 is suggested as a guideline but is not mandatory; most suitable candidates might be retired or in a severance situation and able to forgo a regular salary initially.

Key Responsibilities

Define and implement the company's strategic vision and growth plan.
Assist in developing and nurturing funding relationships with banks, investors, and other strategic partners, including existing engagements with Growthbridge.
Serve as the corporate representative with financiers, customers, and key stakeholders.
Create a scalable operational framework and recruit leadership talent as the organization expands.
Collaborate closely with the founding team on governance, decision-making, and future planning.
Identify and pursue opportunities for commercialization and market expansion within Nova Scotia and other Canadian regions.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Previous experience serving as CEO, President, COO, Managing Director, or a comparable executive position.
Demonstrated expertise in raising institutional capital or leading funding rounds.
Professional background in financial services sectors, such as specialty finance, lending, insurance, fintech, or wealth management.
Proven success in scaling businesses or spearheading growth initiatives.
Strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and capability to build enduring professional relationships.
Acceptance of an equity and sweat equity-based compensation model rather than a fixed salary, with willingness to consider personal capital participation.

Leadership Characteristics

Entrepreneurial mindset with a self-starting approach.
Commercially focused with strategic business insight.
Comfortable operating in conditions of uncertainty and ambiguity.
Exhibits high ethical standards and integrity.
Collaborative leadership style fostering teamwork and partnership.
Effective communicator with credibility among investors and executive peers.

Initial Success Metrics

Develop a well-defined operating strategy.
Advance banking relationships and funding track record with potential financial partners.
Establish strategic partnerships critical to scalability.
Build foundational operational processes that support growth.
Position the business for sustainable, long-term expansion.

Items for Direct Discussion with Founders

Equity share and vesting plan details.
Expectations regarding personal financial investment.
Agreed start date and travel or location requirements.

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