Head of Startup Sourcing & Community

InforCapital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

InforCapital, partnership, is seeking a Head of Startup Sourcing and Community to lead systems for sourcing exceptional startups. The role involves building and managing relationships within the startup ecosystem to ensure a steady pipeline of innovative founders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in venture capital and startup sourcing, with the autonomy to shape community growth and strategic partnerships globally. This is a high-impact position at a leading VC firm, influencing the quality of the investment pipeline.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in startup sourcing and venture capital.
• Strong network within startup ecosystems.
• Ability to develop thematic sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Source exceptional startups across sectors and geographies.
• Build repeatable systems to identify promising companies.
• Scale and manage global scout network.

Job description

# Head of Startup Sourcing & CommunityLvlUp VenturesDirectorVenture Capitalfull-timeLocationUnited StatesDate PostedJune 15, 2026Stay ahead of the marketGet instant notifications when new job openings matching "Venture Capital / Director jobs in United States" are published.## About This RoleLvlUp Ventures is one of the ten most active venture capital firms globally, with a proven, value-driven approach to investing in and accelerating high-growth startups. To date, LvlUp has backed approximately 1,000 companies and reviews 20,000+ startup applications annually across its funds and accelerators. The firm operates 10+ funds and startup programs, powered by world-class infrastructure spanning capital, distribution, partnerships, and operational support.LvlUp is hiring a Head of Startup Sourcing and Community to build and scale the systems, relationships, and communities that enable the firm to discover exceptional founders before anyone else. This is a leadership role with significant autonomy to expand LvlUp founder, scout, university, and ecosystem presence globally.Key Responsibilities:Startup Sourcing:- Source exceptional startups across sectors and geographies- Build repeatable systems to identify promising companies before they become widely known- Develop thematic sourcing strategies around emerging industries and trends- Create founder referral and community growth loops- Conduct strategic outreach to top-tier startupsScout Program Management:- Scale and manage LvlUp global scout network- Recruit, onboard, and activate top-performing scouts- Design incentives, engagement programs, and performance tracking- Increase qualified startup referrals and ecosystem intelligenceCommunity Building:- Build and lead university and founder community programs- Develop strategic partnerships to expand deal flow- Represent LvlUp at key ecosystem events and conferencesThis is a high-impact role at one of the most active VC firms globally, with direct influence on investment pipeline quality.Apply for this Position