Skills:
Entrepreneurial mindset, Leadership, Strategic vision, Networking, Financial acumen, Team building, Risk-taking, Innovation,
Job Title: Co-Founder & Investor (Surya Kids)
About Surya Kids
Surya Kids is a rapidly growing preschool franchise chain with a mission to provide quality early childhood education across India. We are committed to nurturing young minds and creating a fun, safe, and stimulating learning environment for children. As we expand our presence across India, we are looking for a passionate, strategic, and entrepreneurial co-founder to join us in this exciting journey and help take the brand to new heights.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated, business-savvy individual to join Surya Kids as a Co-Founder & Investor. The ideal candidate will bring significant value through both strategic leadership and financial investment. You will work closely with the founding team to drive growth, build a franchise network, and ensure the brand's successful expansion across PAN India.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement long-term growth strategies for the Surya Kids brand.
- Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities in the preschool education space.
- Build a robust franchise model to drive expansion across India.
- Oversee all business operations, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and profitability.
- Investment & Fundraising:
- Provide a financial investment to support the initial stages of expansion.
- Work with the founding team to secure additional investment from external stakeholders as needed.
- Drive financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting to ensure sustainable growth.
- Business Development & Franchise Growth:
- Develop partnerships and collaborations to expand the franchise network across different regions.
- Cultivate relationships with prospective franchise owners and partners.
- Create and execute marketing and sales strategies to increase franchise sales and enrollment.
- Team Building & Leadership:
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team across key functional areas.
- Foster a positive, dynamic culture aligned with the Surya Kids values and mission.
- Drive employee engagement and ensure operational excellence at all levels.
- Brand Development & Customer Acquisition:
- Strengthen the Surya Kids brand identity through innovative marketing campaigns and public relations strategies.
- Focus on acquiring customers (parents and franchise partners) through various marketing channels, including digital, offline, and referral programs.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in building and scaling a business, preferably in the education, franchising, or consumer goods sectors.
- A passion for early childhood education and a strong belief in the Surya Kids mission.
- Previous experience in business development, franchise expansion, or operations management.
- An entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to take ownership and drive results.
- A strategic thinker with strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to invest capital into the business and contribute to the financial stability of the venture.
- Ability to network and build relationships with potential investors, partners, and franchise owners.
What We Offer
- Equity: An attractive equity stake in the business, providing ownership and long-term rewards.
- Leadership Role: The opportunity to shape the future of a fast-growing brand in the education sector.
- Impact: Make a significant impact on early childhood education and create a legacy through the Surya Kids brand.
- Collaborative Culture: Work closely with a dynamic, passionate team in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment.
Investment Requirement
This role requires a financial investment. We are open to discussions based on your ability to contribute both strategically and financially.
