Job Description

Role Overview:

The Hub Lead is responsible for driving the Startup and SMB ecosystem development within their respective city. They will lead all ecosystem-related initiatives, manage key stakeholders, and ensure alignment with the national strategy. They will work closely with government bodies, incubators, accelerators, corporates, and investors to enhance the vibrancy of the startup ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

Ecosystem Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute a regional

ecosystem development strategy

, ensuring alignment with national objectives. Build a

thriving startup and SMB ecosystem

by fostering collaboration among key stakeholders. Lead ecosystem mapping efforts, identifying

gaps and opportunities

in the hub's 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 as a liaison between

state government startup missions

and central policy initiatives.

Program Oversight & Execution

Oversee the

Startup and SMB Portfolio Sourcing & Management teams

to ensure high-quality program delivery. Guide startups and SMBs through

funding readiness programs, investor connects, and market access initiatives

. Support the

creation of tailored programs

in high-impact sectors (deep tech, biotech, cleantech, etc.).

Impact Measurement & Reporting

Track ecosystem performance through

key metrics

, including revenues, customers, pilots, startup funding, job creation, and collaboration. Publish periodic reports on

ecosystem health and program effectiveness

. Leverage data-driven insights to

refine strategies and interventions

.

Qualifications & Experience:

8-12 years

in ecosystem development, startup incubation, venture building, or government-led entrepreneurship programs. Strong experience in

stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and program execution

. Understanding of

startup funding, innovation ecosystems, and government support structures

. Excellent

leadership, communication, and stakeholder management

skills. Familiarity with the startup landscape in

India's key hubs

(Lucknow, Noida and Bangalore) is a plus.


MBA