Chief Executive Officer

Commercial Truck Driver Training Business

Bradenton, FL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Full Time

Job Description

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Florida (On-Site)
Industry: CDL Truck Driver Training & Workforce Development

Are you ready to lead a fast-growing, mission-driven company that’s transforming the future of commercial driver training and workforce development? We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to drive the continued success and expansion of our organization.

About Us

We are a leading provider of Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training, equipping individuals with the skills and certifications needed to launch high-demand careers in the transportation industry. With a strong reputation for quality, industry partnerships, and a commitment to student success, our company is poised for significant regional and national growth.

As CEO, you’ll lead a passionate team and serve as the public face of the company—steering operations, strategy, culture, and partnerships to new heights.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a scalable growth strategy across multiple locations and training programs.
Operational Oversight: Ensure day-to-day operations are efficient, compliant, and student-focused.
Financial Stewardship: Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.
Team & Culture: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing leadership team. Cultivate a mission-driven, inclusive, and accountable company culture.
Partnership Development: Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, workforce boards, transportation companies, and education partners.
Brand & Advocacy: Act as the company’s primary spokesperson—representing the organization to media, industry groups, and government partners.
Innovation: Stay ahead of trends in workforce development and transportation to ensure the company remains a leader in training excellence.

Ideal Candidate

Proven executive leadership experience, ideally as a CEO, President, or COO in a high-growth service, workforce development, or education-focused organization.
Familiarity with transportation, logistics, vocational education, or government-funded training programs is a strong plus.
Track record of scaling operations and driving sustainable growth.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L and leading strategic budgeting processes.
Exceptional communication, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
Passion for workforce development and the economic mobility it enables.

What We Offer

Competitive executive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.
Opportunity to lead an organization with strong community impact and high growth potential.
A collaborative and mission-oriented team.
The ability to shape the direction of a key player in a critical industry.

Ready to Drive the Future of Workforce Development?
Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your leadership experience and why you're the right fit to lead this transformative organization.

This company is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.