Krause Group
Head of Growth & Investments
Krause Group, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Job Details
Job LocationLegal Address - Krause Group LTD - Des Moines, IA
Description
At Krause Group, our ambition is to build an entrepreneurial, global portfolio of dynamic businesses enhanced by the power of purpose to deliver positive social impact and profit.
Are you a forward-thinking, strategic leader with a passion for driving long-term growth and development? Krause Group is seeking a visionary individual to spearhead initiatives that drive our long-term growth goals and objectives. As the Head of Growth & Investments (HGI), you will be responsible for fostering new business investment and acquisition strategies within all current and future Krause Group businesses aligning with our purpose, mission, and values. This position will oversee the corporate development strategy and goals of the organization. This includes collaborating, formulating, and implementing initiatives to set Krause Group businesses apart in the marketplace. Additionally, you will lead efforts to identify new investment opportunities through transformative strategies.
Principal Functions of the Job
The Head of Growth & Investments is responsible for selecting the right opportunities that align with Krause Group's purpose, vision, and value. Activities the Head of Growth & Investments oversees include:Develop Growth Strategies: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive growth strategies. Including:
Identify and develop new and innovative revenue producing activities within existing Krause Group businesses.Identify and evaluate potential target businesses for acquisition.Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification. Utilize financial models to evaluate opportunities.Monitor industry, market, and demographic trends on an ongoing basis to inform revenue strategies.
Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate strategic partnerships and alliances to accelerate growth, enhance capabilities, and access new markets.
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.Influence business leaders to adopt recommendations and new processes
Talent Development: Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration.Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the effectiveness of growth initiatives and drive continuous improvement.Budget Management: Manage the growth and development budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, board members, investors, and partners.Other duties as assigned.Adheres to all company policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate/business development, investment strategy, International M&A, or related fields, with a demonstrated focus on sustainable and responsible business practices.Proven track record of growing businesses through innovation, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, startup organizations or private equity. Strong acumen for investments and portfolio management.Direct or in-direct experience with marketable securities or private equity (PE) investing.Proven experience developing and executing business strategy for an operating business.History of decision-making based on business metrics and data analysis.Implemented Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), resulting in social and environmental benefits for both the organization and the community.Minimum Skills and/or Knowledge Required
Inspirational leadership style and hands-on approach.Ability to craft and execute a business strategy.Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.Have a strong passion for CSR/ESG.Excels in environments characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.Experience in formulating recommendations and/or solutions to complex issues. Critical thinking to identify, assess and develop potential solutions from a complex fact pattern or situation.Fluency in Italian is preferred.Ability to travel national & international up to 30% of the time.Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, assignments, and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.
Krause Group believes in People First. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer building a culture of equity and inclusion.
Krause Group Purpose
Our purpose is to enhance the way people experience the world.
Krause Group Mission
Our mission is to nurture our family of brands, creating opportunities to do good in the world.
Krause Group Values
Agility-
We challenge the status quo with open minds, flexibility, and speed. We are comfortable being uncomfortable. We view change as opportunity.Courage - We take risks. We innovate. We win or learn. We push limits, disrupt norms, and define our own path.Growth Mindset -
We are building an organization and legacy that will outlive us. We are continuously learning. There is no final-destination, only the journey to be better than we were yesterday.Inclusion - We actively seek and welcome alternative points of view. Diverse perspectives improve decision-making and make us all more successful.Integrity -
We do the right thing, even when it's difficult. We do not take shortcuts and always take accountability.Community Focused - We are committed to positively impacting our communities, stakeholders, and associates. We do good and encourage others to join us.
Job LocationLegal Address - Krause Group LTD - Des Moines, IA
Description
At Krause Group, our ambition is to build an entrepreneurial, global portfolio of dynamic businesses enhanced by the power of purpose to deliver positive social impact and profit.
Are you a forward-thinking, strategic leader with a passion for driving long-term growth and development? Krause Group is seeking a visionary individual to spearhead initiatives that drive our long-term growth goals and objectives. As the Head of Growth & Investments (HGI), you will be responsible for fostering new business investment and acquisition strategies within all current and future Krause Group businesses aligning with our purpose, mission, and values. This position will oversee the corporate development strategy and goals of the organization. This includes collaborating, formulating, and implementing initiatives to set Krause Group businesses apart in the marketplace. Additionally, you will lead efforts to identify new investment opportunities through transformative strategies.
Principal Functions of the Job
The Head of Growth & Investments is responsible for selecting the right opportunities that align with Krause Group's purpose, vision, and value. Activities the Head of Growth & Investments oversees include:Develop Growth Strategies: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive growth strategies. Including:
Identify and develop new and innovative revenue producing activities within existing Krause Group businesses.Identify and evaluate potential target businesses for acquisition.Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification. Utilize financial models to evaluate opportunities.Monitor industry, market, and demographic trends on an ongoing basis to inform revenue strategies.
Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate strategic partnerships and alliances to accelerate growth, enhance capabilities, and access new markets.
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.Influence business leaders to adopt recommendations and new processes
Talent Development: Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration.Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the effectiveness of growth initiatives and drive continuous improvement.Budget Management: Manage the growth and development budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, board members, investors, and partners.Other duties as assigned.Adheres to all company policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate/business development, investment strategy, International M&A, or related fields, with a demonstrated focus on sustainable and responsible business practices.Proven track record of growing businesses through innovation, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, startup organizations or private equity. Strong acumen for investments and portfolio management.Direct or in-direct experience with marketable securities or private equity (PE) investing.Proven experience developing and executing business strategy for an operating business.History of decision-making based on business metrics and data analysis.Implemented Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), resulting in social and environmental benefits for both the organization and the community.Minimum Skills and/or Knowledge Required
Inspirational leadership style and hands-on approach.Ability to craft and execute a business strategy.Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.Have a strong passion for CSR/ESG.Excels in environments characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.Experience in formulating recommendations and/or solutions to complex issues. Critical thinking to identify, assess and develop potential solutions from a complex fact pattern or situation.Fluency in Italian is preferred.Ability to travel national & international up to 30% of the time.Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, assignments, and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.
Krause Group believes in People First. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer building a culture of equity and inclusion.
Krause Group Purpose
Our purpose is to enhance the way people experience the world.
Krause Group Mission
Our mission is to nurture our family of brands, creating opportunities to do good in the world.
Krause Group Values
Agility-
We challenge the status quo with open minds, flexibility, and speed. We are comfortable being uncomfortable. We view change as opportunity.Courage - We take risks. We innovate. We win or learn. We push limits, disrupt norms, and define our own path.Growth Mindset -
We are building an organization and legacy that will outlive us. We are continuously learning. There is no final-destination, only the journey to be better than we were yesterday.Inclusion - We actively seek and welcome alternative points of view. Diverse perspectives improve decision-making and make us all more successful.Integrity -
We do the right thing, even when it's difficult. We do not take shortcuts and always take accountability.Community Focused - We are committed to positively impacting our communities, stakeholders, and associates. We do good and encourage others to join us.