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Cache Ventures

Operating Partner

An operating partner is a business leader who works with a company's leadership team to improve the ... Advising and coaching Working with the CEO and management team to provide perspectives and ...

Lucky's

Operating Partner

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

The Operating Partner oversees all operational aspects of the LKN bar and restaurant group, driving ... Partner with executive leadership on operational planning for new openings, renovations, and market ...

Cresten Properties

Operating Partner

Sioux Falls, SD

The Operating Partner oversees all operational aspects of the LKN bar and restaurant group, driving ... Partner with executive leadership on operational planning for new openings, renovations, and market ...

Lucky's

Operating Partner

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

The Operating Partner oversees all operational aspects of the LKN bar and restaurant group, driving ... Partner with executive leadership on operational planning for new openings, renovations, and market ...

C10 Labs

Operating Partner: Capital Formation

New York, NY · On-site +1

$127K/yr

We are looking for a deeply connected operator, investor, or executive who will work capital formation and high-value partnerships in parallel - bringing capital in and putting the relationships ...

MobileFirst

Operating Partner, MobileFirst Ventures

Miami, FL · On-site

$111K/yr

The role The Operating Partner runs our acquired service businesses day-to-day. You own the P&L ... You are the CEO of the businesses in our portfolio: accountable for revenue, margin, headcount, and ...

4Liberty, Inc

Be Seen First

Executive Operations & Strategy Partner

San Diego, CA · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

Executive Operating Rhythm and Accountability * Establish and manage the operating rhythm of the CEO and executive leadership team, creating consistent processes that improve communication ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive operating partner in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Operating Partner vs Business Development Manager?

AspectExecutive Operating PartnerBusiness Development Manager
CredentialsExperience in operations, leadership, and strategic planningExperience in sales, marketing, and client relations
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with executive teams, focuses on company-wide operationsFocuses on market expansion, client acquisition, and sales strategies
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate equity, investment firms, and corporate strategyCorporate, startups, and sales-driven industries

While both roles involve strategic growth, an Executive Operating Partner primarily focuses on operational efficiency and company-wide strategy, often within private equity or investment contexts. In contrast, a Business Development Manager concentrates on expanding the company's market presence and sales. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in related fields.

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Operating Partner

Cache Ventures

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

An operating partner is a business leader who works with a company's leadership team to improve the business and create value for shareholders. They are often a key part of a firm's investment strategy and act as a liaison between the firm and its portfolio company. Their responsibilities can include:
Advising and coaching
Working with the CEO and management team to provide perspectives and recommendations.
Analyzing challenges
Identifying areas for improvement and developing plans to increase efficiency and growth.
Creating strategies
Developing plans to increase profits and cash flow, and implement operational best practices.
Monitoring performance
Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial performance.
Facilitating value creation
Ensuring the portfolio company has the resources to meet the firm's investment goals.
Supporting growth
Assisting with planning, forecasting, and due diligence to support company growth and expansion.
Building reporting
Creating simple, consistent reporting that makes it easy to identify when the company is off-track.
Leadership
To run a company you must be a leader. Full stop - no excuses. If you can't lead people you can't lead a company. We are looking for Operating Partners who are natural born leaders.
What is the Cache Operating Partner Program?
The Cache Operating Partner Program is your opportunity to partner with Cache as the incoming CEO/COO/VP/GM/President of a newly acquired portfolio company.
Our Operating Partners are experienced leaders and operators currently working within a Software as a Service or Service-Based businesses in a sales, marketing, operations, or key management role. If you have a demonstrable track record of success and are looking to run an internet-based business as its operating CEO/COO/VP/GM/President we'd love to hear from you.
Applying as an Operating Partner puts you in our network for consideration when we acquire new businesses generating $500K-$5M in revenue. Operating Partners should expect excellent and unique compensation packages including equity and/or profit share participation.
Our Strategy
Plug & Play Systems
We use our proven playbooks to create and curate a database full of potential customers and invest in bringing value to them on an ongoing basis.
Remote Workforce
With a global footprint, we operate with a distributed team covering multiple time zones capable of serving our multinational customer base.
Winning Spirit
We bring a creative solutions mindset to problem-solving. No defeat, be optimistic. Pretty much everything is fixable, and most decisions are reversible.
Bunts & Singles
Give up on hitting Grand Slams with a billion dollar TAM. Narrow down the market to a specific customer that we can be the best at serving, and grow from there.
Our Thesis
There are intelligent entrepreneurs globally that are adept at identifying and building great software. Once these companies reach product-market-fit, it's not uncommon for the company to grow beyond the founders' core competencies.
By infusing capital and adding infrastructure, we can enable businesses to realize their full potential while continuing to scale the revenue profitably.
Our Focus
We seek to minimize risk and maximize returns, meaning we only invest in companies with a clear predictable path to success.
We will consider all types of business software and service companies, and specifically focus on the following:
  • Enterprise Software
  • SMB Software
  • Vertical Market Software
  • Tech Enabled Managed Services
  • IT Consulting
  • Ecommerce Software

Requirements
  • 5+ years of operational leadership experience.
  • 5+ years of experience managing direct and/or indirect reports.
  • Extensive knowledge in operations, including resource planning, demand planning, business planning, corporate strategy, communications, leadership, benchmarking, and forecasting.
  • Required skills in market research, analytics, financial modeling, metrics analysis, and presentations.
  • Strong proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Must be results-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, capable of interacting with all levels of associates with tact and diplomacy.
  • Proven ability to protect confidential information.
  • Ability to travel by automobile and aircraft, with the flexibility to be away from home for extended periods.
  • Experience in managing external relations, including identifying, diversifying, building, and maintaining relationships with community organizations and leaders to secure various forms of support and partnerships.
  • Ability to manage solicitations with board members and sponsors, provide outcome reports, and lead cultivation and stewardship activities for charitable endeavors.

Benefits
  • Unique compensation packages including equity and/or profit share participation.
  • Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits.
  • Work from anywhere in the world.
  • Loose vacation policy.
  • Flexible work hours.

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