Open Positions

President

Phoenix Metro Area, AZ • Full-Time • Direct Hire

RNG Group is partnering with a growing group of vocational beauty schools in the Phoenix

metro area to find their next President. This organization operates three campuses, is backed

by a supportive private equity partner, and is entering an exciting phase of growth,

modernization, and expansion.

If you're a modern, entrepreneurial executive who thrives in multi-site, student-focused

environments and loves building strong teams and strong cultures, keep reading — this could

be your next chapter.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing group of vocational beauty schools in the Phoenix metro area, backed by

a supportive private equity partner that believes deeply in innovation, operational excellence,

and creating meaningful career pathways for students. With three campuses and a diverse

workforce, this team is ready for a fresh, dynamic leader who can bring cohesion, elevate

performance, and drive strategic growth with confidence and clarity.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a modern, entrepreneurial executive who thrives in multi-

site, student-focused environments and loves building strong teams and strong cultures.

Our client is seeking a President who will take full ownership of the organization's performance,

vision, and operational direction. This leader will drive admissions growth, ensure operational

excellence across all campuses, and strengthen the leadership team while fostering a culture of

accountability, collaboration, and innovation. This team is in an exciting phase — stabilizing,

refining operations, and preparing for a new era of growth. The President will be the catalyst for

that evolution: a confident, people-first leader who can align teams, improve performance,

modernize practices, and deliver meaningful results.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a clear, data-informed strategy that accelerates admissions growth

and advances the organization's long-term vision.

• Partner closely with PE ownership on strategic initiatives, performance expectations, and

organizational development.

• Assess the current leadership structure and talent, making thoughtful changes to elevate

performance and align the team around shared goals.

• Help to plan and execute an expansion strategy that includes replacing current locations,

opening new locations, and adding more programming.

Operational & P&L Ownership

• Lead all day-to-day operations across three Phoenix-area campuses.

• Hold full P&L responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and

performance optimization.

• Establish and refine systems for consistent, scalable campus operations.

Team Leadership & Culture

• Directly oversee 6–7 leaders, including Campus Directors, Admissions, Financial Aid, and

Compliance.

• Build a cohesive, high-performance leadership team grounded in trust, accountability, and

open communication.

• Model an approachable, “in the trenches” leadership style that inspires confidence at all

levels.

Admissions & Student Pipeline

• Play a hands-on role in admissions strategy, including coaching staff, reviewing metrics, and

driving initiatives to build sustainable enrollment growth.

• Partner with the Director of Admissions to modernize student recruitment practices and

elevate the student experience.

Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure campuses meet academic, accreditation, and regulatory standards.

• Quickly learn Title IV, compliance, and accreditation requirements if not already

experienced.

External Engagement (Optional)

• Opportunity to represent our client in the community, with employers, or at industry events

— based on the strengths and preferences of the leader.

What You Bring

Leadership Traits

• Entrepreneurial mindset — comfortable building, innovating, and challenging outdated

models.

• Strong financial acumen and business judgment.

• Direct, clear communicator who can adapt messaging across diverse audiences.

• Self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and energized by fast-paced environments.

• Approachable, grounded, and engaging — strong executive presence without being overly

formal or corporate.

Experience

• 10–15+ years of leadership experience, ideally with multi-site operational responsibility.

• Experience in vocational education is a plus (beauty, healthcare, trades, etc.), but not

required.
• Backgrounds that may also translate well: multi-unit consumer services, franchised

operations, fitness, childcare, senior living, or similar people-centric service businesses.

• Proven success building high-performance teams and driving results through influence,

coaching, and accountability.

• Must reside in the Phoenix area or be willing to relocate.

What We Prefer to Avoid

• Overly corporate operators who thrive only in structured, bureaucratic environments.

• Leaders who are resistant to innovation or who struggle to engage with modern workforce

and student expectations.

Ready to Grow?

This role is being filled through RNG Group. Submit your resume and cover letter through the

link below, or reach out to our team directly. We're real people — we'd love to talk.