DeVita & Hancock Hospitality
Chief Business and Strategy Officer (CBSO)
DeVita & Hancock Hospitality, New York, New York, us, 10261
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DeVita & Hancock Hospitality Job Title:
Chief Business & Strategy Officer (CBSO)
Location:
New York, NY (On-site, with travel as required)
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Executive-Level
Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned, multidimensional executive to serve as Chief Business & Strategy Officer (CBSO). This role requires a rare blend of legal sophistication, financial acumen, operational mastery, and deep industry experience. The ideal candidate is a strategic executor and deal maker someone who can navigate complex legal negotiations, drive financial structure, and lead operations in a fast-growing hospitality environment
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy Lead corporate structuring, contract negotiation, M&A activity, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with legal counsel, lenders, and capital partners to structure deals and safeguard company interests Oversee capital deployment, investor relations, and financial controls Operational Infrastructure & Execution Build and scale internal systems across finance, HR, and property-level operations Guide operational leaders (GMs, culinary teams, facilities, admin) to ensure consistency and compliance Develop and enforce SOPs, KPI frameworks, and cross-department accountability Growth, Expansion, and Deal-Making Lead joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and multi-million-dollar capital raises Drive expansion efforts including lease negotiations, market analysis, and site selection Oversee brand/IP protections, licensing, and scalable operational frameworks Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as a strategic bridge between legal, finance, operations, and creative teams Navigate between 50,000-foot strategy and in-the-weeds execution with ease Represent the company externally in investor meetings, media, legal forums, and board presentations
Required Qualifications
Education: MBA or significant financial leadership experience Experience: 5+ years of senior-level leadership across hospitality, law, and finance Demonstrated success scaling hospitality conceptsrestaurants, nightlife, or boutique hotels Proven record of capital raises, M&A, operational expansion, or brand exits Deep operational knowledge including labor law, licensing, lease structuring, and multi-unit management Experience leading cross-functional teams in dynamic, high-growth environments Core Competencies: Financial operator with hospitality expertise Highly organized, disciplined, and data-driven executor Visionary leader with the energy and grit to drive fast-paced growth Strong communicator with executive presence and boardroom confidence
Preferred Attributes
Experience in vertically integrated or private-equity-backed hospitality ventures Strong network of real estate, investment, and industry professionals Familiarity with licensing and compliance in complex jurisdictions (e.g., NYC, LA, Miami) Entrepreneurial spirit, relentless work ethic, and ability to lead by example
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DeVita & Hancock Hospitality Job Title:
Chief Business & Strategy Officer (CBSO)
Location:
New York, NY (On-site, with travel as required)
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Executive-Level
Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned, multidimensional executive to serve as Chief Business & Strategy Officer (CBSO). This role requires a rare blend of legal sophistication, financial acumen, operational mastery, and deep industry experience. The ideal candidate is a strategic executor and deal maker someone who can navigate complex legal negotiations, drive financial structure, and lead operations in a fast-growing hospitality environment
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy Lead corporate structuring, contract negotiation, M&A activity, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with legal counsel, lenders, and capital partners to structure deals and safeguard company interests Oversee capital deployment, investor relations, and financial controls Operational Infrastructure & Execution Build and scale internal systems across finance, HR, and property-level operations Guide operational leaders (GMs, culinary teams, facilities, admin) to ensure consistency and compliance Develop and enforce SOPs, KPI frameworks, and cross-department accountability Growth, Expansion, and Deal-Making Lead joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and multi-million-dollar capital raises Drive expansion efforts including lease negotiations, market analysis, and site selection Oversee brand/IP protections, licensing, and scalable operational frameworks Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as a strategic bridge between legal, finance, operations, and creative teams Navigate between 50,000-foot strategy and in-the-weeds execution with ease Represent the company externally in investor meetings, media, legal forums, and board presentations
Required Qualifications
Education: MBA or significant financial leadership experience Experience: 5+ years of senior-level leadership across hospitality, law, and finance Demonstrated success scaling hospitality conceptsrestaurants, nightlife, or boutique hotels Proven record of capital raises, M&A, operational expansion, or brand exits Deep operational knowledge including labor law, licensing, lease structuring, and multi-unit management Experience leading cross-functional teams in dynamic, high-growth environments Core Competencies: Financial operator with hospitality expertise Highly organized, disciplined, and data-driven executor Visionary leader with the energy and grit to drive fast-paced growth Strong communicator with executive presence and boardroom confidence
Preferred Attributes
Experience in vertically integrated or private-equity-backed hospitality ventures Strong network of real estate, investment, and industry professionals Familiarity with licensing and compliance in complex jurisdictions (e.g., NYC, LA, Miami) Entrepreneurial spirit, relentless work ethic, and ability to lead by example
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