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Role Overview: 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 hub startup 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 Sourcing& Management 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: 8-12 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.
