President of International Markets & Expansion

About the Role

Integral Creative Solutions (ICS), a retained executive search firm, is conducting a confidential search for a President of International Markets & Expansion. This executive will lead the company’s growth into new global territories, designing go-to-market approaches and establishing sustainable revenue streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and own the global strategy and prioritization plan for market expansion.
• Lead the design of go-to-market plans, navigate regulatory compliance, and execute market launches.
• Create and implement regional operating models, including partnership development and direct presence.
• Maintain ownership of the international markets’ profit and loss statements and growth objectives.
• Recruit, build, and lead leadership teams within new international markets.
• Work closely with the CEO, board of directors, and regional executives to align on expansion goals and outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 18 years of experience in international business leadership roles, particularly managing new market entries.
• Proven success in establishing profitable operations across new geographic regions.
• Deep knowledge of market entry strategies, regulatory environments, and localization practices.
• Demonstrated ability to construct and lead multi-regional commercial operations.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to prioritize markets and balance enterprise-wide trade-offs.
• Executive-level communication skills suitable for board and investor engagements.
• Educational background: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA highly desirable.

Preferred Extras

• Experience with launching and scaling operations across multiple continents and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience building a presence in emerging, high-growth markets.
• Expertise in forming joint ventures and strategic local partnerships.
• Prior international growth leadership within similar industries.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $525,000 to $675,000, based on skills, experience, and interview outcomes.
• Equity and long-term incentive packages.
• Flexible work arrangements with home-office stipends where applicable.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible paid time off policy plus company-observed holidays.
• Annual budget for professional development and learning.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.