Join our CEO Team

Experienced leaders and operators seeking to transition from corporate careers to CEO roles in SMEs—owning and building the next chapter of their success story

Join Redwood North as an Operator or CEO

Redwood North connects driven CEO-level operators with high-potential industry niches. Together, we co-invest in acquiring and scaling businesses, combining your operational expertise with our capital, acquisition experience, and strategic support. We believe the right people in the right roles are the key to success—and we’re looking for ambitious leaders ready to take the leap into ownership alongside us. If you have the drive, ambition and vision, we’ll help you navigate the path to becoming a successful owner-operator.

Benefits to CEOs:

Larger Acquisition Potential
Gain access to bigger, more valuable businesses through Redwood North’s co-investment model.
Legacy Building beyond a Job Title
Our company seeks to connect operators and businesses aligned in values, purpose and the creation of value.
Expert M&A Guidance
Partner with seasoned professionals for both initial and follow-on acquisitions.
Non-Recourse Capital Structure
Use modest debt without personal guarantees, enhancing returns while reducing personal risk.
Credibility & Influence
Boost your standing with sellers through Redwood North’s backing and reputation.
Collaborative Onboarding
Build trust and alignment during the research and due diligence phase.
Network & Future Growth
Join a powerful ecosystem of operators and investors, opening doors to future opportunities.

If you are:

An experienced operator ready to lead and grow a private equity-backed business with $3–8M in EBITDA, and have:

10–20 years’ experience in strategy, operations, or P&L roles in large organisations
Are comfortable managing teams, stakeholders, and transformation initiatives
The desire to lead with autonomy, backed by institutional support
Values aligned to Redwood North
Capital to invest alongside a trusted partner

Then here’s where to next:

Let’s start the conversation and build a relationship based on mutual understanding. If we find the right fit, our process then includes:

Developing the Investment Thesis Together. We collaborate on researching and shaping a compelling Investment Thesis. We lead the acquisition process and capital structuring.
16-Quarter Plan, first 100 days playbook, and bolt-on M&A execution guidance.