Partnerships Manager at 500 Global

Palo Alto, California, United States

500 Global Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Venture Capital, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, or strategic account management
  • Strong track record of negotiating and closing high-value partnerships, with revenue impact
  • Knowledge of VC/startup/corporate dynamics, with experience working across global markets
  • Experience in event execution and delegation management (preferred)
  • Excellent communication (written, spoken, presentation) and relationship-building skills
  • Strong analytical and reporting capabilities to measure ROI of partnership activities
  • Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop strong relationships with technology and commercial corporations to form partnerships that create value and maximize outcomes for founders in programs and portfolio
  • Own and manage these partnerships globally to ensure effective management, global reach, and support to various teams
  • Source, evaluate, and negotiate partnership opportunities alongside revenue targets, identifying suitable placements and points of engagement with portfolio companies
  • Explore and develop specific initiatives with sponsors and partners to diversify and expand partnership impact
  • Track and report on partnership performance, ensuring outcomes meet agreed goals and contribute to value creation
  • Lead rollout of partnership initiatives, including planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting of events and activations
  • In collaboration with the Market Strategy team, support and manage international delegations to ensure seamless experiences that promote the firm’s interests and build long-term relationships
  • Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to maximize visibility and impact of partnership-related events
  • Manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure partnerships align with the firm’s best interests
  • Act as the key liaison across departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration in partnership execution

Skills

Partnership Development
Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Event Planning
Sponsorship Cultivation
Revenue Tracking
International Delegations
Strategic Alignment

500 Global

Venture capital firm investing in technology

About 500 Global

500 Global is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies. The firm manages over $2.7 billion in assets and focuses on identifying founders who are building fast-growing businesses in markets where technology and innovation can create significant value. Their investment strategy has led to backing more than 5,000 founders and over 2,600 companies across 80 countries, including 51 companies valued at over $1 billion. What sets 500 Global apart from its competitors is its extensive global network of over 140 team members, who have backgrounds as entrepreneurs and investors in leading technology firms. The goal of 500 Global is to drive economic growth by supporting innovative companies that have the potential to transform their industries.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$5,510.5MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Venture CapitalIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from firms like Y Combinator could impact 500 Global's market share.
Logistics sector challenges may affect 500 Global's portfolio companies' growth.
New market entrants in MENA could threaten 500 Global's existing investments.

Differentiation

500 Global has invested in over 2,800 companies across 80+ countries.
The firm has a diverse team of over 190 members in 25 countries.
500 Global collaborates with governments to foster entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Upsides

500 Global has funded over 35 companies valued at more than $1 billion.
The firm focuses on markets where technology can drive long-term economic growth.
500 Global's investment in eco-friendly technologies aligns with global sustainability trends.

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