Hub Lead - Ecosystem Development (Overall Strategic Owner)

Job Description

The Hub Lead is responsible for driving the Startup and SMB ecosystemdevelopment within their respective city. They will lead all ecosystem-relatedinitiatives, manage key stakeholders, and ensure alignment with the nationalstrategy. They will work closely with government bodies, incubators,accelerators, corporates, and investors to enhance the vibrancy of the startupecosystem. Key Responsibilities: Ecosystem Strategy Leadership Developand execute a regional ecosystemdevelopment strategy , ensuring alignment with nationalobjectives. Builda thriving startup and SMB ecosystem byfostering collaboration among key stakeholders. Leadecosystem mapping efforts, identifying gapsand opportunities in the hubstartup landscape. Stakeholder Engagement Partnerships Develop and maintain relationships with incubators,accelerators, investors, SMB, government agencies, and corporates . Foster cross-hub collaboration ,ensuring best practices and shared knowledge are leveraged across regions. Act asa liaison between state governmentstartup missions and central policy initiatives. Program Oversight Execution Overseethe Startup and SMB Portfolio SourcingManagement teams to ensure high-quality programdelivery. Guide startups and SMBs through fundingreadiness programs, investor connects, and market access initiatives . Supportthe creation of tailored programs inhigh-impact sectors (deep tech, biotech, cleantech, etc.). Impact Measurement Reporting Trackecosystem performance through keymetrics , including revenues, customers, pilots, startupfunding, job creation, and collaboration. Publish periodic reports on ecosystemhealth and program effectiveness . Leveragedata-driven insights to refinestrategies and interventions . Qualifications Experience: 8 to 12 years inecosystem development, startup incubation, venture building, or government-ledentrepreneurship programs. Strong experience in stakeholderengagement, strategic partnerships, and program execution . Understanding of startupfunding, innovation ecosystems, and government support structures . Excellent leadership,communication, and stakeholder management skills. Familiaritywith the startup landscape in Indiakey hub (Chennai) is a plus.