Cofounder + CEO, American Independence

New York remote Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

LOCATION

Full Time, Remote

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Studio is the division of Interplay that builds new companies from scratch. We come up with ideas internally, diligence them hard and when we can’t kill them... we build them.

We are seeking Cofounders & CEOs to lead the launch and growth of new ventures across the Defense, Industrial, and Infrastructure sectors. You will be responsible for taking a concept from a validated idea to a scaled production powerhouse. While you run the entire company, Interplay provides the institutional "back-office" to help you succeed.

Interplay is a startup ecosystem that supports founders via venture capital, an accelerator, a studio, a platform of core business services, and a multi-family office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the development of a new company.

  • Define company strategy & vision.

  • Develop the go-to-market strategy and operational model.

  • Recruit the team.

  • Raise capital.

  • Scale.

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Have built a company before.

  • Laugh (often).

  • Have a great attitude and are willing to get your hands dirty.

  • Are willing to run through brick walls without a helmet.

  • Love problem solving and winning

  • Have relevant industry experience.

  • Are hyper-organized.

  • Have the ability to work well in an unstructured environment.

  • Bachelor’s degree is required, MBA is a plus.

  • Minimum of 5 years of work experience.

About this role

Summary

Lead new venture development, define strategy, recruit teams, raise capital, and scale companies.

Job title

Cofounder + CEO

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

venture capital

Location requirements

Remote, New York preferred, open to candidates worldwide

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

leadershipbusiness developmentfundraisingstrategy

Preferred skills

industry experienceproblem solvingorganizationstartup experience

Specializations

entrepreneurshipstartupbusiness developmentleadership
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

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Remote