Partnership & Alliance Manager

Location

Bangalore | India

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About Turbostart:

Turbostart is not just a startup fund and accelerator. We are a catalyst for builders and a powerhouse of innovation. Our mission is to propel early-stage startups into the future by providing unparalleled support in technology, marketing, strategy, and beyond. We're in the business of building tomorrow's leaders - today.

After 4 Years and 5 Funds we have supported over 50 startups, spanning sectors, stages and geographies - and this is just the beginning!

Turbostart spans India, the Middle East, the US as well as Singapore - giving you the opportunity to gain exposure and see the impact of your work ripple across regions. Turbostart has also launched 5 Centers of Excellence across Tech, Marketing, Sales, UI/UX and Investment Banking to support the growth of our startup network. We are looking for sharp energetic minds who fit into these areas to join our rapidly growing ecosystem and help take Turbostart to new heights.

What We Need:

As the Partnership and Sponsorship Manager, you will be instrumental in advancing our brand and presence via multiple strategic initiatives. You will be responsible for establishing and nurturing partnerships with enterprises and organizations as well as securing sponsorships for our various initiatives. This includes but is not limited to our exclusive Forum Series, talks and events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and engage potential partners, including corporations, investors, and industry leaders.
• Develop a strategic partnership roadmap aligned with the organization's goals.
• Create and implement a sponsorship acquisition strategy to secure funding for our startup events and forums.
• Negotiate sponsorship deliverables and agreements, ensuring mutual benefit for both parties.
• Develop compelling sponsorship proposals and presentations.
• Collaborate with partners to co-design event formats, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that align with their interests.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key decision-makers in partner organizations.
• Attend industry events, forums, and conferences to expand the network and identify new partnership opportunities.
• Track and report on key performance metrics related to partnership development and sponsorship acquisition.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• Proven experience in partnership development, sponsorship acquisition
• Strong understanding of the startup ecosystem and a passion for fostering innovation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Existing networks and relationships with potential sponsors is a plus.

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