• Lead the end-to-end startup programme for assigned events, from positioning and outreach strategy through to final selection and onboarding. • Define and implement vetting frameworks appropriate to each event's audience and sector focus. • Manage and own the full startup application pipeline, including inbound applications, partner referrals and proactive outreach to relevant startup communities. • Work with internal stakeholders to align startup selection criteria, priorities and sector mandates per event. • Curate the show-floor startup mix with the commercial team to ensure strong geographic diversity, sector representation and commercial quality. • Design and deliver pre-event programming for selected startups covering pitching skills, matchmaking strategy, show-floor optimisation, and relevant sector insights. • Coordinate special programme elements — such as Startup Clinics and Founders Bootcamp sessions — managing speakers, agenda, and attendee experience. • Build and maintain startup onboarding documentation, guides, and communication sequences. • Support the startup confirmation process including floor plan allocation and logistics briefings. • Oversee concierge introductions and matchmaking zone coordination for startups onsite. • Manage on-ground startup clinics, pitch sessions, and any competition-related programming for assigned events. • Coordinate with Operations, Production, and Design teams to ensure a seamless startup zone build and experience. • Maintain accurate startup data across internal management tools and platforms throughout the programme lifecycle. • Track and report programme KPIs including application volume, selection rate, NPS, matchmaking meetings, and investment conversations initiated. • Conduct post-event debriefs to identify improvements for future editions. • Track and follow up with startups to capture investment outcomes, business milestones, and success stories from the programme. • Contribute to the development of the concept note to enhance programme quality for future editions.

• Set and execute the company’s overall vision, strategy, and operating plan • Own full P&L responsibility, including revenue growth, margin performance, and cash flow • Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing executive leadership team • Ensure operational consistency, brand standards, and guest experience excellence across all units • Oversee financial discipline, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting • Drive scalable systems and processes across operations, people, and technology • Partner with the board and investors on strategic initiatives, growth plans, and capital allocation • Foster a strong culture centered on accountability, hospitality, and continuous improvement

• Define and execute the long-term vision and strategy for the roll-up platform. • Build an operating model capable of supporting rapid M&A, integration, and scalability. • Partner with private equity sponsors to align on key value drivers, investment priorities, and exit strategies. • Lead the integration of acquired retail and F&B businesses, ensuring cultural alignment, operational discipline, and brand consistency. • Build playbooks for finance, HR, operations, supply chain, marketing, and technology integration. • Oversee a multi-brand, multi-unit operational infrastructure with a relentless focus on unit economics, margins, labor optimization, and guest experience. • Implement world-class processes and KPIs across all brands. • Drive cross-brand synergies in supply chain, procurement, marketing, and G&A. • Own P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance across all brands. • Drive EBITDA expansion through operational improvement, integration efficiencies, and disciplined cost management. • Provide transparent reporting and insights to the Board and private equity sponsors. • Elevate the customer experience across both retail and food & beverage verticals. • Lead new unit development across markets while optimizing existing store portfolios. • Identify and execute opportunities for new market entry, brand extension, and digital expansion.

• Define and execute the company’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic growth plan. • Identify opportunities to expand services, markets, and geographic reach. • Evaluate M&A, partnerships, and diversification opportunities to enhance growth and service offerings. • Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple service lines. • Drive standardization, efficiency, and scalability in processes and systems. • Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and industry standards.