WHO WE ARE:

Plug and Play Tech Center is the ultimate innovation platform, bringing together the best startups and the world’s largest corporations to create the most meaningful connections that bring innovation to anyone, anywhere. We are on a mission to bring the benefits of Silicon Valley to all four corners of the world.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We’re a diverse team with backgrounds in technology and entrepreneurship and we’re growing rapidly to deliver on our mission. We’re actively seeking an Accelerator Director to manage our Smart Cities accelerator programs in Orlando.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

Sales:

• This position requires building a pipeline of corporate partners, that will participate in the program. 
• Manage the P&L of Plug and Play Orlando, driving sales growth and expanding the reach of the program beyond Smart Cities.
• Signing corporate partners drives revenue and delivers more value for startups that participate in the program. Candidates must possess strong passion to grow the number of partners through sales and create a world-class innovation platform in Floria.

Curriculum Management:

• Put together the 12-week calendar for the upcoming cohort of the program. Ensure the curriculum is designed for startups and partners to maximize value extracted from the program.
• Creating a timeline of what each week will consist of for startups in regards to content (For example: in-person mentorship sessions or digital material for startups to have access to.)
• Keeping up-to-date with relevant industry specific issues.

Sourcing/Investing:

• Review startup applications and reach out to startups that are applicable to join the accelerator program in HQ and other global locations.
• Startup Matchmaking:

Work with each startup in the program to understand the metrics for success over the course of the next 3-6 months (funding/paid pilots/hiring, etc.)

• Work with the startups during the course of 3 months to assure deal flow session and mentorship sessions are engaging for the startups and their goals

Branding, Networking, and Events:

• Become the ‘face’ of Plug and Play in Orlando. Develop strong relationships with key innovation stakeholders across DFW, attracting them to our activities in Orlando.
• Attend tech events around the area to create brand awareness
• Occasionally, travel to global locations to attend events
• Coordinate logistics with your team to plan and executive your program events, while inviting corporate

Relationship management :

• Maintain relationships with funding partners and participating stakeholders.
• Going ‘above and beyond’ to ensure partner satisfaction and ensure needs are met.
• Work with the team to collect data and deliver reporting to funding partners in a timely manner.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology or a related field.
• Deep passion for entrepreneurship, technology and innovation.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in industry initiatives, startup or investing environment
• Strong leadership and project managing capabilities.
• Professional written and verbal communication. Public speaking.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills.