Partnering with Aquent, we are collaborating with a pioneering platform dedicated to empowering creators, entrepreneurs, and innovators worldwide. This organization provides a vital ecosystem for bringing groundbreaking ideas to life, fostering a vibrant community where creativity and technology converge to shape the future.<br><br>Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader passionate about design, technology, and innovation? We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team and play a pivotal role in nurturing a thriving community of visionary creators. In this highly visible position, you will be instrumental in forging meaningful partnerships, expanding industry relationships, and identifying high-potential opportunities. You will serve as a trusted advisor, guiding organizations and individuals as they bring their transformative ideas to market, directly impacting the success and growth of countless innovative projects.<br><br><strong>What You’ll Do<br><br></strong><strong>Relationship Management & Business Development<br><br></strong><ul><li>Build and cultivate strong relationships with founders, entrepreneurs, designers, product innovators, and technology leaders.</li><li>Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective partners and strategic opportunities.</li><li>Manage relationships with key accounts, ensuring an exceptional experience while driving long-term engagement and retention.</li><li>Track outreach activity and account progress efficiently within CRM systems.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Community Engagement<br><br></strong><ul><li>Serve as a prominent ambassador within the Design & Technology community through active networking, thought leadership, and industry involvement.</li><li>Develop educational resources, best practices, and impactful programs that support community growth and development.</li><li>Identify and create opportunities to educate and inspire creators through engaging workshops, webinars, presentations, and events.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Strategic Partnerships<br><br></strong><ul><li>Establish impactful partnerships with accelerators, incubators, educational institutions, industry organizations, and innovation hubs.</li><li>Expand referral networks through strategic collaborations that amplify reach and impact.</li><li>Strengthen visibility within key creative and technology ecosystems, positioning the organization at the forefront of innovation.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Industry Events<br><br></strong><ul><li>Represent the organization at leading conferences, trade shows, networking events, and speaking engagements.</li><li>Develop meaningful relationships with industry leaders and prospective partners, fostering collaboration and growth.</li><li>Leverage events strategically to generate new business opportunities and enhance brand awareness.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Growth Strategy<br><br></strong><ul><li>Contribute to shaping category strategy and identifying new avenues for growth and expansion.</li><li>Drive acquisition, retention, and engagement initiatives that foster a vibrant and active community.</li><li>Research market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions and maintain a competitive edge.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration<br><br></strong><ul><li>Partner seamlessly with Product, Marketing, Communications, and Customer Success teams to continuously improve the customer experience.</li><li>Advocate for customer needs by providing valuable market feedback and insights to internal teams.</li><li>Support product launches, pilot programs, and adoption initiatives among strategic customers, ensuring successful implementation.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Marketing & Content Collaboration<br><br></strong><ul><li>Collaborate with Marketing to develop compelling customer success stories and promotional initiatives.</li><li>Showcase innovative projects and highlight community achievements, inspiring others.</li><li>Support campaigns designed to attract new creators and strengthen engagement within the community.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Required Skills & Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>A minimum of 5 years of experience in Design, Technology, Innovation, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, or a closely related industry.</li><li>A strong network and established credibility within the Design & Technology ecosystem.</li><li>Proven success in business development, strategic partnerships, account management, community engagement, or driving strategic growth.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in developing and executing data-driven outreach strategies.</li><li>Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage diverse audiences ranging from executive leaders to large public groups.</li><li>Strong business acumen and the ability to identify high-potential opportunities and drive them to fruition.</li><li>A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, remote work environment.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Nice to Have<br><br></strong><ul><li>Experience as a founder, entrepreneur, product creator, or innovator.</li><li>Existing relationships within emerging technology, industrial design, consumer products, hardware, manufacturing, or startup communities.</li><li>A genuine passion for innovation, creativity, and helping ideas become reality.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Why You'll Love This Role<br><br></strong><ul><li>Enjoy a fully remote work environment and the benefit of a 4-day work week!</li><li>Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with some of the most innovative creators and companies in the industry.</li><li>High visibility within the organization and extensive cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Engage in meaningful work that directly helps bring groundbreaking ideas to life.</li><li>Significant opportunities for professional growth and broad industry exposure.</li><li>Join a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on innovation and making a real impact.<br><br></li></ul>The target hiring compensation range for this role is $113,600.<br><br>Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.<br><br><strong>About Skill<br><br></strong>Skill connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial and administrative talent with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match and flexible spending accounts.<br><br>Skill is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.<br><br>
