VP of Business Development
Company Description
Women Founders Forum (WFF) supports women entrepreneurs in the early stages of building startups by providing practical tools, professional skills, and mentorship. The organization aims to increase the number of women serving as CEOs of successful startups, recognizing their influence on the broader innovation ecosystem. WFF collaborates closely with EY Israel, benefiting from a long-standing strategic relationship that strengthens its programs and reach. The forum is guided by an experienced steering committee that includes senior leaders from Qumra Capital, Qualcomm Ventures, Deutsche Telekom Capital Partners, and Glilot Capital, offering participants access to high-level industry insight and networks. Role Description The VP of Business Development is a full-time, remote role responsible for driving strategic growth and partnerships for WFF. This position oversees new business opportunities, including identifying, evaluating, and securing collaborations with corporations, investors, ecosystem partners, and program sponsors. The VP leads business planning efforts, develops revenue and partnership models, and aligns business initiatives with WFF’s mission and long-term strategy. Daily activities include managing key accounts, nurturing relationships with stakeholders, overseeing contract negotiations, and coordinating cross-functional efforts with program, marketing, and operations teams. The role also involves setting performance targets, analyzing business metrics, reporting outcomes to leadership and the steering committee, and representing WFF at events, conferences, and virtual engagements.
Qualifications
Demonstrated strength in new business development and sales, including identifying opportunities, building pipelines, and closing strategic deals. Experience in business planning and growth strategy, with the ability to design and execute sustainable partnership and revenue models. Proficiency in contract negotiation and account management, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements and long-term partner satisfaction. Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with investors, corporates, and ecosystem organizations. Proven leadership experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial roles, preferably in startups, venture capital, accelerators, or innovation ecosystems. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers and represent WFF externally. Comfort working in a remote, fast-paced environment, with strong organizational skills and a data-driven approach to tracking performance. Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage. Demonstrated commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and advancing equity and inclusion in the startup ecosystem is highly beneficial.