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We know that for experienced professionals, its often not possible to just quit your job and try to launch your own business. You probably have a mortgage, a family, and responsibilities that need a steady paycheck. Thats where we come in to de-risk that transition.DQventures is a team of former startup founders and investors, who have built and sold multiple businesses for up to $85m. Our in-house entrepreneurs, product leaders and go-to-market specialists work full time to help experienced professionals like you make the transition from corporate employee to successful entrepreneur. Acting as co-founders, we work alongside you to validate your business idea, get your first customers, and launch a real company.The RoleLocation: Fully remote.We are seeking a founder & CEO for a new B2B business.This is a part-time, equity-only role to begin with. Once the business generates sufficient revenue or funding to support salaries, the position will transition into a full-time role with a market-rate founder salary. In the meantime, all working capital required to build and launch the business will be provided by DQventures.ResponsibilitiesDrive the early-stage research process conduct user interviews and gather market insights to validate the problem and shape the solutionPerform competitor analysis to identify gaps, differentiators, and positioning opportunitiesDefine and deliver the first version of the business (with support from our team) whether service-led, no-code, or tech-enabled to test real customer demandLead early sales efforts pitch, sell, and onboard your first paying customersIterate fast use feedback and performance data to refine the offer, pricing, and business modelIf needed, raise funding well help you prepare, refine your pitch, and introduce you to relevant investorsCommit a minimum of 12 hours per week, with flexibility to scale up as the business gains tractionJoin weekly 1:1 calls with our venture-building team for strategy, planning, and supportOwn the outcome take full accountability for the companys direction, decisions, and long-term successAbout YouWe are seeking an experienced professional with at least 15 years work experience with a business idea in their area of expertise.Youve identified something in your industry that is currently being done inefficiently, and want to solve that problem by creating a solution you believe people are willing to pay for.Were particularly interested in someone who has:15+ years of experience in a professional or leadership roleDomain expertise in a specific sector or functionProven track record of executing complex projects or launching new initiativesExperience in sales, partnerships, or business development (a strong plus)A strong professional network in your industryWhat we offer80% equity in the company youll be the majority owner from day oneFully funded validation and launch we provide all working capital needed to build and grow the businessA world-class co-founding team hands-on support from experienced founders, investors, and operators whove built and exited startupsPersonalised 1:1 venture-building support we work alongside you every week, helping with strategy, product and GTM.No need to quit your job (yet) build your startup part-time until its ready to pay you a full-time founder salaryAccess to our global founder network connect with other high-performing professionals building their own DQ-backed venturesFundraising support we help you prepare your pitch, introduce you to early-stage investors, and handle the legal side when the time comesApply Now Limited Spots AvailableWere selecting 3 new founders to start in November 2025. If you have a business idea in your domain, apply by October 15, 2025. Interviews are underway.Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typePart-timeJob functionSales, General Business, and Business DevelopmentIT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services, and Operations Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr