Innovation Accelerator & Partnerships Director

Plug and Play Platform Spain S.L; West Windsor (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug and Play Tech Center in Princeton, NJ is seeking an Accelerator Director to manage its accelerator programs locally and partner with startups and corporate members. You will lead sales, curriculum planning, matchmaking, and branding, driving value for participants and partners.

You will work with the Programs Team to design a robust 12-week calendar, coordinate events, and maintain strong relationships with funding partners.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience selling technology products to corporations or selling corporate solutions.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; public speaking.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Build a robust pipeline of corporate partners in the Princeton area to participate in the program.
• Manage the P&L of Plug and Play Princeton, drive sales growth and expand program reach.
• Collaborate with Programs Team to design a 12-week cohort calendar maximizing value for startups and partners.
• Matchmake startups with partners and guide metrics for success over 3–6 months.
• Serve as the face of Plug and Play in Princeton; attend events and build stakeholder relationships.
• Maintain partnerships with funding partners and report outcomes in a timely manner.

Skills

Corporate sales

P&L management

Leadership

Public speaking

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Business / Management / Business Development or Science

Job description

Plug and Play Tech Center in Princeton, NJ is seeking an Accelerator Director to manage its accelerator programs locally and partner with startups and corporate members. You will lead sales, curriculum planning, matchmaking, and branding, driving value for participants and partners.

You will work with the Programs Team to design a robust 12-week calendar, coordinate events, and maintain strong relationships with funding partners.