Essential skills include:

• Mastery in at least one area of operational, functional expertise
• A clear understanding of the solution you are offering, of the market and the competitive landscape
• An ability to adapt and apply feedback, pivoting when necessary
• A commitment to do whatever it takes for as long as it takes
• The ability to enroll others in your vision

Desired skills include:

• Experience in at least one organization managed by experienced, world-class professionals
• The capacity to evaluate talent and make good hiring decisions
• The ability to tell a compelling story that engages an audience
• Prior experience as a CEO or senior management leader in some capacity