gener8tor Management, LLC
Program Manager - gBETA Gulf CoastFull TimeLocation: Mobile, AL.Salary: $60 - $70K Descriptiongener8tor is a nationally-ranked venture capital firm and accelerator. gBETA is a 7-week free accelerator program to help build and scale startups. See this link for more information: www.gener8tor.com/gbetagBETA Program Managers serve as the center of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in which they work - engaging with startup founders, mentors, investors and the community as a whole. We are looking for ambitious community advocates whose hunger to support entrepreneurs, connect with mentors and investors, and strengthen the startup ecosystem is never satiated. No need for applicants to come with existing startup or venture capital experience; gBETA Program Managers have come from prior careers in journalism, academia, economic development, science, politics, law and nonprofits. ResponsibilitiesBuilding and maintaining relationships with stakeholders (startup founders, mentors, investors, corporate partners, etc.) and engaging with them across the community.Recruiting local startups for multiple accelerator programs per year.Managing the logistics and execution of the accelerator programs and helping the selected startups grow through applied mentorship, connections and support.Engaging the community with startup resources year-round and, over time, establishing themself as a trustworthy and reliable source of mentorship and connections.Connecting gBETA alumni to a global network of support.Organizing and hosting startup showcase events. RequirementsTotal devotion to the area and the startup ecosystem of MobileEntrepreneurial spiritOrganized self-starterCommitment to equity across race, place and genderAbility to work in an independent, fast-paced environment and juggle multiple ongoing projects and responsibilitiesA “no job is beneath me” mentalityWillingness to intensively and rapidly learn a new industry, or dive deeper into the world of startups and venture capitalFlexibility to work some nights and weekendsGeneral support for and attendance at statewide programs as neededAbility to occasionally travel around Alabama for in-person events and meetings PreferencesPrevious startup experience (starting, working at or coaching startups) is a plus.Experience in the industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing industries is a plus.At least one year of program or product management experience.Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred At gener8tor we…See genius in every community. Across race, place and gender, we believe the company has a chance to accomplish a generational challenge in bridging genius with opportunity.Never self-defeat and have a “play to win” mentality. We revolve everything we do around helping the entrepreneurs in our programs.Are curious. We work hard to find hidden gems others overlook.Believe no job is beneath us. We wipe down the tables and load up the U-Hauls with enthusiasm. Work as a team to get $#!^ done!Strive for “that guy emailed me.” We share a commitment to take a bottom-up approach to building strong, personal, 1-1 relationships. We believe that the best way to quality is through quantity. ApplyTo apply, please fill out the form below. We strongly encourage candidates who are Black, indigenous, people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, those with previous felony convictions and others who identify as being from an underrepresented group to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of the above characteristics or others protected by law.gener8tor is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental handicaps or disabilities, marital status, Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity nor any other basis prohibited by law. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained anonymously in a confidential file.
ABOUT THE JOB
Descriptiongener8tor is a nationally-ranked venture capital firm and accelerator. gBETA is a 7-week free accelerator program to help build and scale startups. See this link for more information: www.gener8tor.com/gbetagBETA Program Managers serve as the center of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in which they work - engaging with startup founders, mentors, investors and the community as a whole. We are looking for ambitious community advocates whose hunger to support entrepreneurs, connect with mentors and investors, and strengthen the startup ecosystem is never satiated. No need for applicants to come with existing startup or venture capital experience; gBETA Program Managers have come from prior careers in journalism, academia, economic development, science, politics, law and nonprofits.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY
RequirementsTotal devotion to the area and the startup ecosystem of MobileEntrepreneurial spiritOrganized self-starterCommitment to equity across race, place and genderAbility to work in an independent, fast-paced environment and juggle multiple ongoing projects and responsibilitiesA “no job is beneath me” mentalityWillingness to intensively and rapidly learn a new industry, or dive deeper into the world of startups and venture capitalFlexibility to work some nights and weekendsGeneral support for and attendance at statewide programs as neededAbility to occasionally travel around Alabama for in-person events and meetings PreferencesPrevious startup experience (starting, working at or coaching startups) is a plus.Experience in the industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing industries is a plus.At least one year of program or product management experience.Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred