Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Market Expansion (12‑Month Program)

About the role

Carry1st is seeking an Entrepreneur‑in‑Residence to lead market expansion in a target country. This 12‑month, high‑intensity program gives you full ownership of revenue growth, go‑to‑market strategy, and partnership building.

Key responsibilities

• Own the P&L for Carry1st Shop in the assigned country, driving revenue and customer acquisition.
• Design and execute aggressive growth strategies, including performance marketing, influencer activations, and community‑led initiatives.
• Identify, negotiate, and close strategic partnerships with local payment providers, telcos, and retail chains.
• Monitor competitive landscape and ensure Carry1st remains the market leader in pricing, user experience, and content.
• Provide deep market intelligence on gaming culture, consumer behavior, and regulatory changes to inform product and engineering teams.

Required profile

• Proven entrepreneurial drive with experience in high‑growth environments, preferably e‑commerce.
• Track record of scaling consumer products and optimizing unit economics.
• Strong network within the local technology or gaming ecosystem.
• Exceptional negotiation skills combined with hands‑on execution ability.
• Data‑driven decision‑making mindset.
• Fluent in English and the primary local language(s) of the target market.

Required skills

What we offer

• 12‑month Entrepreneur‑in‑Residence contract with the possibility of a permanent role for top performers.
• Full autonomy to build and scale a business from the ground up.
• Remote‑first work environment with a global team across 15+ countries.
• Access to a bootcamp and mentorship from the co‑founder and President.