Chief Executive Officer

Location: U.S.-based (Remote) with up to 25% travel

Reports to: Board of Directors

About SEED SPOT

At SEED SPOT, we harness the unique power of entrepreneurship to drive social impact and economic mobility. Our programs are designed to directly address the primary barriers faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs —including limited access to tactical education and resources, expert mentorship, and early-stage capital. Since 2012, SEED SPOT has served over 4,000 entrepreneurs, 83% are from underrepresented communities, and 60% are women entrepreneurs. These entrepreneurs are not just building businesses—they are strengthening communities, creating jobs, and shaping a more inclusive economy. Collectively, SEED SPOT entrepreneurs have generated over $420 million in revenue, raised more than $200 million in capital, and created nearly 10,000 jobs.

The Opportunity

The next CEO of SEED SPOT will inherit an internationally renowned social impact organization in excellent financial health, a deeply experienced and talented team, and a long history of success in serving underrepresented and impact-driven entrepreneurs. In addition, the exiting CEO will join the board of directors and will play an active role in ensuring a smooth leadership transition.

The next CEO of SEED SPOT is both a visionary and a strategist, responsible for guiding SEED SPOT’s growth, sustainability, internal culture, and long-term impact. This role requires a leader who is deeply committed to the role of entrepreneurship in driving social impact and economic mobility. Externally, the CEO will build strategic partnerships and is responsible for stewarding the resources and funding required to meet the organization’s plans for growth and impact. Internally, the CEO will lead and support a talented and dedicated team, ensuring our mission and values remain central to all organizational decision-making.

Position Overview

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for SEED SPOT’s strategic vision, operational management, financial health, and public positioning. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the CEO will drive the organization’s mission forward by leading a diverse, high-performing team, securing all necessary resources and funding, and translating a bold vision into a corresponding set of actionable and measurable strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Organizational Leadership: Inspire and lead SEED SPOT to achieve its mission, deliver top-tier programs, and drive meaningful impact.
• Strategic Planning: Partner with the Board and team to craft and execute a strategic plan that integrates stakeholder input and ensures sustainable impact.
• Team Leadership & Culture: Lead a remote, nationwide team, fostering an inclusive, high-performing, and mission-driven work culture.
• Digital Growth & Innovation: Drive the evolution of SEED SPOT’s programs, leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, engagement, and long-term impact.
• Scaling Impact: Develop and execute strategies for expanding SEED SPOT’s reach, leveraging marketing, partnerships, and programmatic innovations.
• Fundraising & Revenue Growth: Identify funding opportunities, cultivate donor relationships, and secure financial resources through grants, partnerships, and earned revenue streams.
• Board Governance: Engage and communicate regularly with the Board, fostering strong collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key partners, funders, and community leaders to deepen SEED SPOT’s impact and effectiveness.
• Public Representation: Serve as SEED SPOT’s primary spokesperson, speaking at relevant events, engaging with media, and championing the importance of inclusive, impact-driven entrepreneurship.
• Financial & Operational Oversight: Ensure financial health through strong budget management, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Legal & Compliance Management: Ensure SEED SPOT operates within all regulatory frameworks, mitigating risks while maintaining strong governance and accountability.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications & Experience

• Strategic & Visionary Leadership: Proven ability to lead organizations through growth, transformation, and long-term impact.
• Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: Demonstrated ability to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into team management, programming, and partnerships.
• Fundraising & Revenue Development: Experience securing corporate sponsorships, grants, and individual donations, with a strong track record in diversifying revenue streams.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Strong public speaking, storytelling, and relationship-building abilities to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Digital Fluency & Innovation: Experience with digital transformation, scaling online programs, and leveraging technology for impact.
• Operational & Financial Acumen: A deep understanding of nonprofit operations, budgeting, financial sustainability, and performance measurement.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A passion for innovation, resilience, and creativity in driving social change.
• Technology & Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with platforms such as Slack, Basecamp, G-Suite, Zoom, and CRM systems. Bonus if experienced with WordPress, Salesforce, and analytics tools.

You’re Most Likely a Fit If…

• You thrive leading cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams and fostering collaboration across time zones.
• You have a proven track record of securing six-figure philanthropic gifts and cultivating lasting donor relationships.
• Developing strategic partnerships energizes you, and you’re always thinking about the next opportunity to expand impact.
• You are equally comfortable shaping big-picture vision and rolling up your sleeves to execute key initiatives.
• Coaching and empowering a high-performing team is at the core of how you lead.

This Likely Isn’t for You If…

• Managing multiple stakeholders and priorities in a fast-paced environment feels overwhelming rather than invigorating.
• Fundraising isn’t an area where you feel confident or motivated to lead.
• You prefer rigid structures over the adaptability and experimentation required in an entrepreneurial organization.
• Supporting and developing team members feels like an extra task rather than an essential leadership responsibility.

SEED SPOT Culture

SEED SPOT has impact at its core, and we pride ourselves on being a joyful community to work with and within. We maintain a workplace culture of inclusion, collaboration, and growth, developing team members in both their professional and personal lives. The ideal CEO will embrace and nurture our culture, our team members, and set clear goals and strategies to achieve the outcomes we seek for our entrepreneurs and our team.

Compensation & Location

• Salary Range: $200,000 - $215,000 commensurate with experience
• Benefits
  • 100% employer-sponsored health insurance
  • 403b retirement with up to 5% employer match
  • Unlimited PTO and a culture that actually supports it
  • Remote-first with access to co-working space
  • Performance-based bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

SEED SPOT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and hire the most qualified candidates without regard for age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, nationality, family status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.