Chief Marketing Officer

Slidebean (slidebean.com) is a NYC-based company focused on helping startups navigate the process of raising capital with investors. We also have a physical office in San Jose, Costa Rica.

The company was founded in 2013, raised ~$1M in venture capital in 2016, and has operated profitably ever since. We operate on 3 core lines of business:

• SaaS Products: our AI-powered pitch deck builder and fundraising platform.
• Agency: our consulting branch helps founders prepare their fundraising documents, from pitch decks to investor memos and financial modeling (round budgeting and growth forecasting).
• Media: a marketing/media branch led by our Youtube team, which currently reaches 1M+ viewers every month through the Slidebean Youtube channel (500K+ subscribers).

We are seeking a visionary Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to lead our Marketing Team, drive growth, and spearhead strategic initiatives within our Media division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the company's expansion and to play a key part in the startup ecosystem.

Main tasks:

• Reporting directly to the CEO, you will shape and implement the marketing strategy to support the company's objectives.
• Lead and expand the Marketing Team, fostering a culture of success, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Spearhead our Media initiatives, increasing the reach and impact of our YouTube channel and other media outlets.
• Oversee the marketing budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to achieve the best results.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales, Product, and Agency teams to create cohesive and effective marketing campaigns.
• Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to position Slidebean as a leader in the industry.
• Represent Slidebean at industry events, conferences, and in the media.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience as a CMO or in a similar leadership role within marketing, particularly in the tech or startup sectors.
• Strong background in digital marketing, content creation, and brand management.
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing successful marketing strategies.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Solid understanding of data analysis and performance metrics.

Nice if you also have:

• Experience with SaaS products and the startup ecosystem.
• A strong network within the tech and startup communities.
• Experience in video content production and YouTube channel management.
• Bilingual abilities, especially proficiency in Spanish, considering our significant presence in Costa Rica.

What Slidebean Offers:

• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative team.
• A role that offers autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working environment with options to work from our NYC or San Jose offices.
• A commitment to personal and professional development.