Head of Industry & Investor Relations

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Position Summary :

The Head of Industry & Investor Relations will be responsible for establishing and managing high-impact partnerships with industry leaders, investors, and corporate sponsors to drive the growth and sustainability of the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in AI. This strategic role focuses on attracting sponsorships, securing investments, expanding industry collaborations, and managing equity stakes in startups.

The role requires business development, investor engagement, financial oversight, and strategic partnerships, ensuring that both industry and investment ecosystems align with the CoE’s mission of accelerating AI innovation and fostering economic growth in Karnataka.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Industry & Corporate Partnerships

• Develop and implement a comprehensive industry engagement strategy to establish collaborations with corporations, technology leaders, and enterprise partners.
• Secure sponsorships for key CoE events, including Demo Days, AI Conferences, and the Problem Solvers’ Corner .
• Establish long-term partnerships with Google, AWS, Nvidia, and other key players to provide startups with infrastructure support (cloud credits, GPUs, etc.).
• Expand the Problem Solvers’ Corner , aligning startup solutions with real-world challenges from industry partners.
• Lead consulting engagements, positioning the CoE as a trusted AI strategy partner for corporates.

2. Investor Relations & Fundraising

3. Strategic Partnership Development

4. Financial & Compliance Oversight

5. Event & Community Engagement

Qualifications and Experience :

Skills & Competencies :

Compensation :

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Why Join Us?

As the Head of Industry & Investor Relations , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI innovation in Karnataka . You will :

Only applications sent to will be considered