Chief Executive Officer

Company Overview

Skillset is revolutionizing football fandom by merging on-pitch gameplay with off-pitch analytics. Developed alongside professional players, the platform delivers enriched real-time insights into decisions, tactics, and player performances, creating an engaging, data-driven experience for a global fanbase.

Role Summary

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position is a full-time role primarily based in New York, NY, offering flexible hybrid work arrangements. The CEO will oversee the strategic direction and vision of Skillset, aligning product development, operations, financial management, and commercial initiatives. Responsibilities include managing corporate performance, leading executive teams, nurturing stakeholder relationships, and driving revenue and market growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall business strategy and vision for Skillset.
• Supervise daily operations to ensure effective performance management across departments.
• Collaborate with product and technology teams to enhance the platform through data-driven decisions and prioritization.
• Maintain and grow relationships with investors, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events and partnerships, promoting its mission and culture.

Qualifications and Skills

• Expertise in finance and business planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and allocating capital.
• Strong background in operations management and strategic growth planning.
• Proven success in sales strategies and commercial partnership development.
• Senior leadership experience, preferably within the sports, media, technology, or consumer digital products sectors.
• Capability to develop and lead high-performing, diverse teams while fostering an inclusive culture.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including board and investor relations.
• Proficiency in making data-informed decisions aligned with product development and user experience.
• Educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related fields; advanced degrees like an MBA are advantageous though not mandatory.