Food Business Finance Advisor

University of Wisconsin–Platteville

Madison, WI, USA
Base: $90,000 - $110,000 annually; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
Experience managing or owning a food or farm business
Hands-on experience with financial statements and projections
Ability to advise entrepreneurs on capital readiness
The role supports the Food Finance Institute's mission by helping food and farm businesses strengthen their financial decision-making and access appropriate capital

Job Summary

  • The role supports the Food Finance Institute's mission by helping food and farm businesses strengthen their financial decision-making and access appropriate capital.
  • Candidates must have demonstrated experience managing or owning a food or farm business through startup and growth phases.
  • The position offers a starting annual salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 with telecommuting or hybrid work options available.

Matching Summary

The role supports the Food Finance Institute's mission by helping food and farm businesses strengthen their financial decision-making and access appropriate capital.

Salary

Base: $90,000 - $110,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent package including health & retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience managing or owning a food or farm business
  • Hands-on experience with financial statements and projections
  • Ability to advise entrepreneurs on capital readiness
  • Understanding of loans, grants, equity, and impact capital
  • Strong communication skills for non-financial audiences

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Business Administration or related field
  • Experience with impact investment and equity raises
  • Project finance expertise in natural or climate-smart sectors
  • Experience delivering client-serving programs
  • 10-15 years of relevant industry experience

Key Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience managing or owning a food or farm business
  • Working understanding of financing mechanisms including loans and grants
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the US without employer sponsorship

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