ICBA VENTURES - VICE PRESIDENT, INNOVATION PROGRAMS

ICBA/TCM Bank•Atlanta, GA

2d•$99,000 - $159,000

About The Position

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)’s guiding mission is to create and promote environments where community banks flourish. We are: • Dedicated advocates providing community bankers, policymakers and the public with authoritative insights and resources to support and strengthen community banking. • Knowledgeable, applying their expertise to offer personalized service that addresses the distinct challenges and opportunities facing community banks. • Community-centered, driving meaningful change that strengthens community banks and the communities they serve. We turn commitment into action and deliver real results. ICBA’s workplace culture is built on our core values: • Caring -We support and prioritize your well-being and professional growth. • Connected - We foster strong relationships that create meaningful impact. • Collaboration – We are team-oriented and results driven where diverse perspectives are valued, and innovative ideas are encouraged to achieve our common goals. Summary The ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program continues the successful collaboration between promising fintechs and community bank leaders to drive innovation in support of ICBA’s mission to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. The Vice President, Innovation Programs will work directly in support of the organization’s innovation initiatives. This role will lead the portfolio management activities for ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator companies as well as program development in supporting the ICBA’s overall innovation strategy. This role will work with the portfolio of companies in the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program to ensure maximum success in working with the ICBA and its members.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and 12+ years of experience and 8+ years of management experience.
Deep understanding of the fintech ecosystem with experience in both banking and growth-stage fintech involvement.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong project management and presentation skills.
Disciplined self-starter with an internal drive to accomplish any mission put before them.
Proficiency in creating, managing, and analyzing financial reporting spreadsheets/data.
Inquisitive nature and constant learner seeking “what’s next.”
Knowledge of Venture Capital and fintech deal structure.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Professional composure, approachability, and strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Ability to travel (approximately 20%) for innovation program leadership and recruiting for relevant program solutions.

Nice To Haves

Previous accelerator leadership experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary ICBA point of contact for ThinkTECH Accelerator companies.
Manage the day-to-day relationship with the companies and support them through the process of becoming a successful ICBA Corporate Member.
Develop and foster ICBA’s brand in the fintech ecosystem to ensure our access to best of breed solutions.
Monitor the business results for portfolio companies and identify potential areas for improvements.
Develop strong working relationships cross-functionally within the ICBA to explore opportunities to increase the success of the ThinkTECH companies.
Develop and manage oversight practices for the portfolio of ICBA ThinkTECH graduates.
Develop and manage the compilation of portfolio company performance information for internal reporting purposes.
Accountable for organizing, creating, actively communicating, and managing the calendar of events to ensure proper cadence of performance reporting.
Work with the SVP Innovation to create and develop innovation programs that serve our stakeholders in both Fintech and Banking.