Remote Venture Scout - NY Startup Ecosystem Connector

Acquisition Network; New York (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquisition Network LLC is seeking a Venture Scout focused on startup scouting and founder qualification in New York. This remote independent contractor role targets experienced professionals who participate in the startup ecosystem, building trusted relationships with founders, operators, investors, accelerators, and startup advisors.

You will identify founders whose companies fit current qualification criteria, obtain permission before introductions, and maintain timely records of outreach and

Qualifications

• Established relationships in the New York startup ecosystem.
• Experience as founder, operator, investor, advisor, accelerator leader, consultant, attorney, accountant, recruiter, or partnership professional.
• Strong judgment about founder fit, timing, confidentiality, and consent.
• Clear written and verbal communication with senior professionals.
• Reliable follow-through and ability to manage a relationship pipeline independently.
• Ability to disclose conflicts and protect sensitive founder and company information.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with founders, operators, investors, accelerators, and startup advisors in New York.
• Identify founders whose companies and objectives fit current qualification criteria.
• Hold an initial professional conversation to understand the company, stage, goals, and immediate needs.
• Obtain permission before making an introduction or sharing contact information.
• Provide concise, accurate context so the internal team can prepare for each founder conversation.
• Maintain timely records of outreach, introductions, status, and agreed follow-up.
• Represent the organization accurately without promising funding, customers, or business results.

Skills

Startup ecosystem relationships

Founder qualification

Relationship management

Senior-level communication

Independent/remote work

Job description

Acquisition Network LLC is seeking a Venture Scout focused on startup scouting and founder qualification in New York. This remote independent contractor role targets experienced professionals who participate in the startup ecosystem, building trusted relationships with founders, operators, investors, accelerators, and startup advisors.

You will identify founders whose companies fit current qualification criteria, obtain permission before introductions, and maintain timely records of outreach and