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Program Manager - Alabama Forestry Accelerator Location: Dothan, AL, in-person Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 Are you ready to find and work with the best and brightest entrepreneurs? Do you get excited about supporting startups so they can bring new innovations to life? Are you passionate about supporting the startup ecosystem connected to Southeast Alabama and Dothan? If so, this position is for you. gener8tor fosters innovation ecosystems through its accelerator programs, venture capital funds, and skills-based workforce initiatives. With a strong track record of supporting high-growth companies, gener8tor has expanded across the U.S. and internationally, building partnerships with governments, corporations, universities and economic development organizations to drive entrepreneurship and economic impact. gener8tor operates accelerators across 50 cities, 32 states and 9 countries, working with more than 300 startups per year. To date, gener8tor has worked with more than 2,300 startups that have cumulatively gone on to raise more than $3B in financing and employ more than 15,600 people. gBETA is a free, seven-week accelerator program that helps startups build and scale. As the Alabama Forestry Accelerator Program Manager, you will play a critical role in the Alabama entrepreneurial ecosystem. You will take the lead as the face of gener8tor in Southeast Alabama and Dothan and be our local frontline in coaching founders, fostering meaningful connections, and helping startups succeed. You will engage with startup founders, students, universities, mentors, investors, and community partners while driving the success of Alabama Forestry Accelerator. Success looks like becoming the "unofficial mayor” of startup activity in Dothan. We are looking for an ambitious community advocate who is hungry to support entrepreneurs, connect with mentors and investors, and strengthen the startup ecosystem.  Recruitment and base building: Recruit startup applicants and lead the selection process for two cohorts. Capture 20+ eligible applications per Alabama Forestry Accelerator cohort, executing gener8tor’s established recruitment strategies. Find and develop relationships with 30+ mentors, 25+ investors and other industry/ecosystem partners who can help support the programs and participating companies. Lead base building efforts, attending meetings with key investors and mentors to ensure consistent support of our partners. Schedule and attend office hours with startups. Program execution and founder support  Run two accelerator programs. Manage logistics and ensure the operational success of all aspects of the Alabama Forestry Accelerator. Ensure all program KPIs are met. Actively plan and participate in all aspects of the gener8tor accelerator program including, but not limited to recruitment, team meetings, Mentor Swarms, Investor Swarms, Lunch & Learns and networking events. Serve as the primary...