The candidate may start as a consultant with a view to become partner in the new e-business. Responsibilities will include designing a business plan, developing a financing strategy, developing an e-marketing strategy, participating in the site development, recruiting personnel mainly for the web site development and maintenance, and sharing in the day to day operation of the e-business.
| Position Location | Lenox, MA (Massachusetts) |
| Opportunity Type | Co-founder / Partner |
| Functional Areas | Business Development, Executive Management, Finance, Internet / E-commerce, Management, Marketing, Operations, Strategy / Planning |
| Industry Experience | Advertising / Marketing / PR, Consulting, Education / Training, Employment / Staffing / Recruiting, Internet / E-Commerce |
| Time Committment | Negotiable |
Position Requirements
The candidate may reside anywhere in the US. A proven track record of launching start-ups, or the equivalent qualifications, are required. An interest and/or past experience in education, music, child psychology, and customer relations especially with parents is a plus but is not required. We are looking for a person with a positive, conscious outlook on life, and an energetic, take-charge, visionary personality. A good sense of humor doesn't hurt either.
Compensation Offered
Equity, Negotiable
Industry
Education / Training
Current Status
Startup - Operating / Generating Revenue
Current Financing
Self/Private
Seeking Financing
Seeking financing
Franchisee
Yes
Company Overview
We developed a proprietary system to teach children to play the piano, read music, and write their songs with the help of computer technology. We want to turn this local teaching business into a knowledge based e-business, offering parents all that is necessary to teach their kids to play or help them with their practicing. a second objective is to offer piano teachers an easy way to triple their income by learning our system and becoming affiliates (franchisees). We are an established small business (5 years), owner operated, with 3 part-time employees, generating 100K in revenue. We are looking for a partner with Internet start-up, financing and management track record to take us to the next level.