Summary
The job is for an Accelerator Director at MachineFi Lab, responsible for managing the DePIN Surf accelerator program, providing guidance to seed-stage startups in the areas of DePIN, AI, and RWA under the umbrella of Web3, and serving as a liaison between the founders and IoTeX’s internal resources. The role requires 5-7+ years of previous startup/tech experience, with at least 2+ years in a managerial or leadership role, proven ability to plan, lead, and execute program vision, venture capital experience, strong understanding of Web3 technologies, exceptional communication skills, experience in curriculum development, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a passion for mentoring early-stage ventures.
Requirements
- 5-7+ years of previous startup/tech experience
- At least 2+ years in a managerial or leadership role
- Proven ability to plan, lead, and execute program vision
- Venture capital experience
- Strong understanding of Web3 technologies, blockchain, AI, and related fields
- Demonstrated experience in ecosystem building and maintaining relationships with industry stakeholders
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Experience in curriculum development and educational program delivery, particularly in startup or tech environments
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proven track record of driving program success through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement
- Passion for mentoring and supporting early-stage ventures
Responsibilities
- Lead the overall planning, execution, and evaluation of the accelerator program
- Cure a diverse and impactful cohort of DePIN startups through recruiting and selection processes (three cohorts each year)
- Develop and implement a 6-week virtual curriculum that covers critical areas like fundraising, tokenomics, community growth, network and token launch and go-to-market strategies etc
- Manage and mentor startups throughout the program, providing personalized guidance and support
- Facilitate workshops, pitch sessions(online and IRL R3al World Demo Day), and networking events to connect startups with industry experts, investors, and potential partners
- Track key metrics and analyze program outcomes to ensure continuous improvement
- Cultivate and expand relationships with key stakeholders in the DePIN and Web3 ecosystem, including investors, VCs, KOLs, researchers, CEXs, L1s and Infra partners, top-tier founders and mentors
- Represent the accelerator at media interviews, industry events, conferences, and meetups
- Build and manage a network of mentors and advisors with expertise in various domains
- Manage social channels like Discord to foster a collaborative and supportive community among startups, mentors, and partners
- Host Podcasts/interviews/twitterspace with accelerator founders, mentors and industry leaders to provide deep insights for IoTeX and DePIN category
- Develop and manage program budgets and resources effectively
- Collaborate with other functions of IoTeX (BD/Marketing/Tech/Product etc) and work closely with the program partner (Futuremoney, etc.) to ensure smooth execution
- Implement data-driven decision-making processes to optimize program performance
- Maintain strong relationships with investors, sponsors, and other key stakeholders
