VP of Strategic Initiatives (Hybrid)

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Ava Labs is entering a critical growth phase to better serve its clients and the broader community. To help drive this growth, Ava Labs is seeking a VP of Strategic Initiatives; a senior leader driving strategic growth initiatives and partnerships, forging high-level relationships, leading cross-functional initiatives, and overseeing large-scale partner engagements across multiple verticals.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Drive the most innovative and high-impact partnerships within Ava Labs, breaking into new verticals and delivering revenue-generating opportunities
• Develop, lead, and refine comprehensive partner enablement programs that streamline partner onboarding, integration, and long-term success
• Develop and implement strategies to attract new clients and partners, focusing on understanding their unique needs and positioning Ava Labs as the ideal partner
• Guide the development of compelling new business proposals and presentations, ensuring they are tailored to the specific needs and objectives of each potential client/partner
• Collaborate with Executives and cross-functional teams to align business development efforts to identify and capitalize on new verticals and opportunities
• Establish and maintain executive-level relationships across C-suite stakeholders, leading in-person meetings, conferences, and quarterly business reviews
• Own strategic planning and execution of key partner initiatives, with a focus on maximizing revenue, driving partner performance, and expanding partner portfolios
• Negotiate partnerships/JVs, acquisitions, and mergers as part of strategic corporate development efforts
• Actively network with key industry stakeholders, including potential clients, industry leaders, and referral partners, to continuously expand Ava Labs reach and influence
• Develop and share industry insights through whitepapers, articles, and social media content, positioning Ava Labs as a thought leader in the industry

• 15+ years of experience owning a revenue target in a partnerships role with a strong track record of closing enterprise-level deals
• Bachelors degree; Prestigious institution and/or MBA, JD or equivalent preferred
• Proven experience leading strategic partner initiatives, with the ability to think big-picture while also executing and managing day-to-day operations
• Strong executive presence with the ability to build and maintain relationships at the highest levels of partner organizations
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex initiatives
• A track record of driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships
• Adept at identifying and implementing innovative solutions and improving partner outcomes
• Must be located in NYC area for a Hybrid work environment

Salary Range: $258,140 to $322,675

(**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.)

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WHY AVA LABS?

If you've ever thought about joining an early stage Web3 company - this is it! We're a global, world-class team of experts in computer science, economics, finance, marketing, and law with offices in New York City and Miami. We're highly passionate about Web3 and redefining the way people build and use finance and decentralized applications of all kinds. The company received early-stage funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Initialized Capital, and Polychain Capital, with angel investments from Balaji Srinivasan and Naval Ravikant. Join us and be a pioneer in a new technology that will have implications across a range of verticals such as finance, gaming, investing, collectibles, among many others.

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