WHO WE ARE Impact Ventures is a 501c3 startup accelerator and integrated captial fund with a mission to eliminate the social and economic barriers for under-represented entrepreneurs. We accelerate and invest in all shades of genius, providing the critical resources for diverse founders to increase capacity, improve viability, and promote sustainability.

Director of Programs & Partnerships

Impact Ventures (IV)

Dallas–Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid)

About Impact Ventures

Impact Ventures (IV) is a 501(c)(3) startup accelerator and emerging CDFI focused on accelerating and investing in all shades of genius. We unlock access to critical social and financial capital for underestimated entrepreneurs—helping them build scalable businesses, create jobs, and drive economic mobility. Through our Capital Readiness Program (CRP) and IV Capital, we are building a pipeline from education → capital → long-term growth.

Position Overview

Impact Ventures is seeking a Director of Programs & Partnerships to lead the execution, scaling, and continuous improvement of our entrepreneurship programs while building the relationships that drive founder pipeline and ecosystem engagement.

This role owns the Inclusive Entrepreneurship pillar and ensures our programs are:

• High-quality and consistent
• Scalable across markets
• Directly connected to capital readiness and outcomes

This is a player-coach role—you will operate programs in the near term while building the systems and team to scale.

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Leadership & Execution

• Own the design, delivery, and performance of IV’s core programs, including the Capital Readiness Program (CRP) and technical assistance offerings
• Lead end-to-end execution of cohorts, including curriculum delivery, scheduling, and participant experience
• Ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery across cohorts and locations
• Continuously refine program structure, curriculum, and delivery model
• Build a repeatable, scalable program model for expansion into additional markets

2. Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

• Develop and manage relationships with mentors, community organizations, and ecosystem partners
• Build and maintain partnerships that support:
• Founder recruitment and referrals
• Program delivery (speakers, mentors, experts)
• Represent Impact Ventures at community events and ecosystem convenings
• Establish a consistent partner engagement strategy to strengthen IV’s presence across North Texas and beyond
• Track and manage partnership effectiveness (e.g., referral sources, engagement levels)

3. Pipeline, Systems & Impact Management

• Ensure programs serve as a strong pipeline into IV Capital by identifying and preparing high-potential founders
• Collaborate with the lending team to align program outcomes with capital readiness and underwriting needs
• Own program KPIs (e.g., founders served, completion rates, NPS, jobs created, capital readiness)
• Build and maintain systems for tracking participant data, outcomes, and program performance
• Develop and refine program playbooks, SOPs, and internal systems to support scalability
• Partner with Operations to ensure accurate reporting and alignment with organizational systems

Qualifications

Required

• 6–10+ years of experience in program leadership, entrepreneurship support, partnerships, or related fields
• Proven experience managing and scaling programs or initiatives
• Experience building and managing external partnerships
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Experience working with entrepreneurs, accelerators, or small business ecosystems
• Familiarity with capital access, lending, or investment readiness
• Experience managing and developing team members
• Experience with CRM systems and data tracking

Core Competencies

• Builder Mindset: Creates systems and models that scale
• Ownership: Takes full accountability for outcomes
• Execution Excellence: Delivers high-quality work consistently
• Relational Intelligence: Builds strong, trust-based partnerships
• Strategic Thinking: Connects programs to long-term impact and capital outcomes

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based growth opportunities
• Leadership role with pathway to executive-level impact
• Opportunity to shape and scale a high-impact entrepreneurship ecosystem

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to:

• Delivering high-quality programs that prepare entrepreneurs for growth
• Building a strong and consistent founder pipeline
• Strengthening IV’s ecosystem presence and partnerships
• Connecting entrepreneurs to capital and long-term opportunity

You won’t just lead programs—you’ll help build the system that connects entrepreneurs to capital, relationships, and sustainable growth.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest highlighting your experience in program leadership and partnership development.