This is a genuine co-founder prospect for someone who wants to build a business from day zero, take ownership and help create a brand that represents a city and its local community.
About the Venture
We are building a current digital platform focused on a major Sri Lankan city, starting with restaurants and food and eventually expanding into hotels, experiences, events, attractions, culture and everything the city has to offer. The goal is to create a single, recognisable platform for discovering the city while helping local businesses reach more customers.
The Role
As Co-Founder, Partnerships & Operations, you will take responsibility for building the local business network and helping execute the venture on the ground. 40% equity/ownership of the brand as the co-founder.
Key Responsibilities
Build partnerships with restaurants, hotels and local businesses
Lead sales and business development activities
Drive early revenue and commercial prospects
Manage partnerships and ongoing business relationships
Coordinate local operations and on-ground activities
Recruit and manage team members as the business grows
Contribute to business strategy, brand development and growth
Represent the venture and build its presence across the city
Who We Are Looking For
Based in the target city or strongly connected to the local community
Excellent communication and networking skills
Confident speaking with business owners and decision-makers
Experience in sales, business development, hospitality, recruitment or operations is a plus
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently
Comfortable building something from scratch without a fixed playbook
Passionate about food, culture and local businesses
Willing to take genuine ownership of the venture The Opportunity
Join as a 40% equity co-founder and help build the venture from the ground up. There is no salary or fixed compensation until positive cash flow, with revenue initially reinvested into growth.
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