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Chief Executive Officer
Bearfoot Capital
12 - 15 years
United States
Full-time
Remote
1 month ago
About the role
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the company’s long-term vision, roadmap, and growth strategy
Identify market opportunities across
crypto, DeFi, Web3, and digital finance ecosystems
Position the company as a leader in a highly competitive and rapidly evolving landscape
Operational Execution
Build and scale cross-functional teams (Product, Engineering, Compliance, Finance, Marketing)
Establish KPIs, OKRs, and performance management systems
Drive operational efficiency and ensure alignment with business objectives
Capital & Investor Relations
Lead fundraising efforts (Seed → Series A/B and beyond)
Manage relationships with institutional investors, venture capital firms, and strategic partners
Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and capital allocation
Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
Ensure adherence to U.S. and global regulatory frameworks (SEC, FinCEN, etc.)
Develop a robust compliance and risk management infrastructure
Navigate evolving crypto regulations and licensing requirements
Market Expansion & Partnerships
Forge strategic alliances with exchanges, custodians, liquidity providers, and fintech platforms
Drive global expansion initiatives and market entry strategies
Represent the company at industry events, media, and investor forums
Qualifications
Proven experience as CEO, Founder, or senior executive in
crypto, fintech, or financial services
Deep understanding of
blockchain technology, digital assets, and decentralized finance (DeFi)
Strong track record in fundraising and managing investor relations
Experience navigating
regulatory environments in the U.S. and internationally
Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience scaling a startup from 0→1 and 1→N
Background in
investment management, venture capital, or hedge funds
Established network within the global crypto and fintech ecosystem
Experience with tokenomics, exchange operations, or institutional crypto products
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus
Equity participation / token incentives
Fully remote work flexibility (U.S.-based)
Opportunity to build and lead a high-impact global company from inception
Why Join Us
Backed by a top-tier global investment firm: Hillhouse Capital
Opportunity to shape the future of digital finance and Web3 infrastructure
High autonomy, high ownership, and high growth potential
Skills
Business Development and Sales
Technology, Information and Internet
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