Executive Vice President of Startup Development, Ecosystem, and Investment
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description: Executive Vice President of Startup Development, Ecosystem, and Investment
Title: Executive Vice President of Startup Development, Ecosystem, and Investment
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer, Unicorn Hunters
About Unicorn Hunters and Unicoin:
Unicorn Hunters is an innovative platform that combines the power of media and crowdfunding to democratize access to investment opportunities in high-growth potential , pre-IPO companies.
Unicoin is the native cryptocurrency of the Unicorn Hunters ecosystem.
Job Summary:
The Executive Vice President of Startup Development, Ecosystem, and Investment is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing and expanding the Unicorn Hunters ecosystem. This includes identifying, evaluating, and selecting startups to be featured on the Unicorn Hunters platform, as well as developing and managing Unicorns Venture Studio and Unicorn Hunters Club.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Unicorn Hunters ecosystem, aligning it with the company’s overall growth objectives
- Establish and maintain a robust pipeline of high-potential startups, leveraging industry networks, partnerships, and proprietary sourcing channels
- Lead the evaluation and selection process for startups to be featured on the Unicorn Hunters platform, ensuring they meet the criteria for investment opportunities
- Oversee the Unicorns Venture Studio, a program dedicated to nurturing and supporting the growth of selected startups by providing them access to resources, mentorship, and strategic guidance
- Manage Unicorn Hunters Club, a community of investors and industry experts who actively engage with and support featured startups
- Foster strong relationships with the startup community, venture capitalists, accelerators, and other key ecosystem players to identify emerging trends and opportunities
- Collaborate with media, marketing, and content teams to develop compelling narratives and content around startups and the Unicorn Hunters ecosystem
- Analyze market data, industry trends, and investment performance to continuously refine the ecosystem strategy and identify new areas of focus
- Manage a team of investment analysts, ecosystem managers, and business development professionals to execute the ecosystem strategy
- Represent Unicorn Hunters as a thought leader in the startup and investment community, speaking at industry events and contributing to relevant publications
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and best practices in managing the Unicorn Hunters ecosystem
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, entrepreneurship, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
- Over 10 years of experience in startup development, venture capital, or investment management, with a proven track record of identifying and nurturing high-growth companies
- Extensive network and relationships within the startup, venture capital, and investment communities
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess investment opportunities and make data-driven decisions
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage a wide range of stakeholders
- Familiarity with the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem is a plus
- Passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and democratizing access to investment opportunities
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