Job Summary: The Vice President, Accelerator is a pivotal role within the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), dedicated to driving the growth and success of the EO Accelerator community.
The EO Accelerator (EOA) Program is designed to support early-stage entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses to the next level. Through mentorship, peer-to-peer learning, and access to a global network of experienced entrepreneurs, the program empowers participants with the tools and knowledge needed for rapid and sustainable growth.
The Vice President, Accelerator will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the program's goals, including expanding the participant base, fostering vibrant communities, curating impactful program content, and ensuring seamless operations.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent industry work experience, with a minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience. They will have a strong understanding of business acceleration practices and strategic alignment with organizational vision.
The Vice President, Accelerator will be responsible for:
Developing and maintaining strategies for program growth and stability in collaboration with other internal leaders.
Overseeing the development and execution of detailed project plans and tracking systems to ensure continuous improvement and momentum in program functions.
Identifying opportunities to develop replicable processes that support scalable growth.
Maintaining the fiscal integrity of the program as the individual responsible for the submission of annual budgets and ongoing budget management to accurately reflect the program's financial condition on a quarterly and annual basis.
Negotiating contracts for events and vendors as required for each program.
Providing strategic guidance and thought leadership in the creation of learning and development content, ensuring high quality and continuity.
Leading the program in a manner that supports and aligns with the EO vision and strategy.
Collaborating with internal departments to integrate and align the program with the broader organization, including events, learning, communication, and creative initiatives.
Ensuring the team delivers exceptional member service, characterized by well-organized calls, responsive communications, and adequate support for local efforts.
Accountable for the team meeting metrics related to the number of new participants, graduates, and overall program health.
Conducting weekly one-on-one meetings with the Director, Accelerator to review and debrief on all aspects of program progress, updates, development, and execution.
Facilitating regular team meetings and planning sessions.
Overseeing the creation and use of documents and templates for the team to ensure professional, clear, and concise communication with members, staff, and partners.
Conducting annual reviews of team progress, providing discussions, explanations, and tools to sustain, improve, and enhance the successful completion of tasks and projects.
The ideal candidate will have:
A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent industry work experience.
Minimum 12 years of relevant professional experience.
Understanding of business acceleration practices and strategic alignment with organizational vision.
8+ years of project management and execution experience, including creating and executing detailed project plans.
5+ years of direct managerial experience, including conducting one-on-one meetings and facilitating team planning sessions.
Demonstrated experience in content creation, training, and/or instructional design experience preferred.
Ability to accommodate global travel and flexible working hours.
Ability to interact with entrepreneurs with tact, diplomacy, and poise.
Experience in event management, including budget management and contract negotiation.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job.
Exercises confidentiality and discretion.
Promotes cultural competency and global awareness.
Establishes relationships proactively; shows genuine interest in the needs and concerns of others; maintain a positive attitude; build networks.
Exceptional communication skills both internally and externally, ensuring professional and clear interactions.
Experience coordinating with multiple departments to ensure program alignment with organizational goals.
PMP (Project Management Professional) or CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certifications preferred.
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