Job Description
Lakeshore Advantage is a non-profit organization catalyzing economic growth in West Michigan. Our team is guided by a set of unique core values that drive our culture:1. Always evolving2. CEO of our own responsibilities 3. Come to the rescue4. Do the right thing5. Lead the standing ovationThese values are the foundation around which we conduct our everyday work and define the expectations of our team. Hours:Full time, 40 hours per weekReliable transportation requiredSome evening or early morning events/meetings may be requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Baseline understanding and passion for small business development and venture creation Experience working collaboratively with a variety of organizations Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, presentation) Experience managing a portfolio of programs and events Experience executing strategies to grow programs Government grant procurement and/or grant management experience a plus Strong at building relationships and comfortable with being the lead or supporting in various roles Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and work successfully with frequent interruptions Self-starter with the ability to identify the work that needs to be done and work independently Experience with CRM management and understanding of data quality Comfortable with utilizing and learning a range of technology systems tools Experience with Microsoft suite and macs; Experience with a customer service role Minimum of 2 years experience required, with a start-up, incubator or economic development experience a plus Responsibilities: Member retention, recruitment and onboarding SURGE program management and events. Includes maintenance and creation of new programs to meet member needs, help executing on events with event team support and act as program host/liaison to facilitators and attendees Collaborate with marketing/event team for event/programming marketing needs Manage member pipeline to spread awareness of SURGE incubator by attending ecosystem events Oversight of member needs, be the point of contact for entrepreneurs Coordination SURGE coaches and mentors Responsible for community, engagement and fun within SURGE Lead on program grant reporting and metrics trackingSupervisor: Director of SURGE PartnershipsBenefits: Medical, dental and vision healthcare for full time employees 401k 3% contribution, up to 7% match 4 weeks vacation, 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday Mac laptop and necessary technology provided to support daily office needs and occasional remote workMost benefits begin day one
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Lakeshore Advantage
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Afternoon shift, Early shift,