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POSITION PURPOSE

The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage science and technology-based companies. The program's objective-setting process enhances the performance of technical founders who learn from the insights of experienced entrepreneurs, increasing their probability of success. CDL is run as a partnership between CDL Global (based at the University of Toronto) and the business schools of twelve leading universities. The universities act as a convener of talent, bringing together mentors, world-class scientists, and economists to accelerate and enable investment. CDL is a unique not-for-profit program. It does not charge participating entrepreneurs and takes no equity in their companies. CDL-Seattle has launched at the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington and will accept 20 40 deep-science companies from within and outside UW for the 2023/2024 Computational Health and Advanced Manufacturing stream. CDL-Seattle will specialize in companies operating on the frontier of biology and computing. Companies which have advanced beyond the concept state apply (at no cost to them) to participate in CDL. Once companies are selected for participation, they participate in a 9-month long program, with 5 intensive full-day sessions with CDL mentors every eight weeks. At each session they assess progress and set new short-term objectives. Mentors are typically successful entrepreneurs from the local region or broader CDL community.

The Venture Managers support the CDL-Seattle operations; focusing on venture recruiting, providing, business development support to CDL Ventures, and lead initiatives to support the growth and continuous improvement of the overall CDL-Seattle program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment & Selection of Ventures from Biology/Health Research Institutions/Organizations in WA state and beyond (80%)

Identify and build relationships with venture capital funds, incubators & accelerators, and tech associations.

Portfolio will include Allen AI Incubator (AI2), Washington Research Foundation, Washington Global Health Alliance, Frazier Technology Ventures, Arch Venture Partners, Voyage Capital, Madrona Ventures, Trilogy Ventures, Founders Co-Op, TechStars, Cascadia Capital, SpringRock Ventures.

Execute outreach strategy for the recruitment of the incoming cohort.

Build a pipeline of CDL prospects and works within Salesforce system to monitor and convert leads to applications.

Act as coordinator between ventures, scientists, and students.

Support ongoing communication with CDL founders.

Develop documentation to support CDL programming.

Manage documentation workflow (Venture Summaries, Venture updates, Meeting Schedules, etc.)CDL Operations (20%)

Provide ad-hoc event planning to CDL.

Events manager/Project Manager.

Support CDL event logistics as required including conferences and CDL “Super Session”.

Support CDL administrative functions as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or similar and a minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience with operations and project management, planning and delivering large, complex projects and events.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work experience working with start-ups, technology companies, or venture capital is an asset.

Strong analytical ability and understanding of business models and drivers of success in start-ups across several verticals.

Ability to analyze and systematically evaluate ventures – proficiency with financial modeling, conduct market analysis, and strategic planning is an asset.

Experience and confidence working with high performing teams and multiple stakeholders.

Entrepreneurial and highly motivated with a strong interest in start-ups and venture capital.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Passion to consistently meet or exceed performance objectives.

Strong, team-oriented work ethic with a willingness to work independently and autonomously.

Highly organized with strong project management experience.

Work independently and strong ability to figure out what needs to be done next, forward thinking and project management.

Proven ability to manage event teams; including staff and volunteers.

Demonstrated flexibility/adaptability to a wide variety of tasks.

Proven ability to monitor and uphold a high standard of quality in all aspects of work.

Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.

Proven problem-solving ability.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree

Evenings, national and occasional international travel.

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.