Chief Executive Officer
Zap Solutions, a Pittsburgh-based SaaS company with over 25 years in higher education admissions, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead its next phase of growth. Acquired by Banyan Software in July 2025, Zap's flagship platform, AMP, manages the full student lifecycle for medical schools and other graduate programs across the United States. With a 64% market share among U.S. medical schools and a 95%+ customer satisfaction rating, Zap Solutions is poised for strategic expansion.
The CEO will define and execute a compelling vision and growth strategy, focusing on AI-driven product differentiation and expanding Zap's geographic and vertical reach. Key responsibilities include maintaining healthy and predictable growth, strengthening relationships with key customers and institutional partners, and developing a direct and expansion go-to-market strategy. The role also involves driving product development discipline and ensuring functional teams operate with a customer-first mindset.
The ideal candidate will have experience as a CEO or senior executive of a SaaS business, preferably in enterprise or vertical SaaS, or as a General Manager/EVP/VP of a $10M–$50M SaaS business unit. A verifiable track record of value creation in vertical SaaS businesses serving regulated or compliance-sensitive markets is essential, with experience in higher education, healthcare, or government verticals being advantageous. Strong financial literacy, including P&L experience and fluency in SaaS unit economics, is required. The candidate should be a structured, process-oriented operator capable of bringing discipline and accountability without bureaucracy.
Zap Solutions offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, performance-based incentives, and equity participation. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additional perks such as professional development opportunities and wellness programs are also provided.
Joining Zap Solutions means becoming part of a company with a strong market position and a commitment to innovation. The role offers significant growth opportunities, allowing the CEO to lead a dedicated team and drive the company's expansion into new markets. With the support of Banyan Software's permanent ownership model, the CEO will have the autonomy and resources to build durable institutional value over the long term.