roles
Vice President
Primary Role:
Senior executive role, overseeing a specific division or function
Reporting Relations:
Reports to CEO or higher executive level
Decision Making Authority:
High level, strategic decisions within their area
Stratigic Planning
Integral to strategic planning in their area of responsibility
Team Management:
Manages a large team or department
Meeting Involvment:
Leads meetings within their area of responsibility
Project Management:
May oversee strategic projects within their area
Communication:
Responsible for high-level communication within their area
Professional Development:
Focuses on leadership and management skills in their domain
Program Manager
Primary Role:
Oversees specific programs, ensuring they align with organizational goals
Reporting Relations:
Reports to a senior manager or director
Decision Making Authority:
Decision-making within the scope of program management
Stratigic Planning
Participates in strategic planning of program objectives
Team Management:
Manages program teams and coordinates with other departments
Meeting Involvment:
Leads program-related meetings and updates
Project Management:
Responsible for end-to-end program management
Communication:
Communicates program goals and updates to stakeholders
Professional Development:
Develops in program management and strategic coordination
Chief of Staff in Venture Capital
Primary Role:
Strategic advisor and facilitator in investment decisions
Reporting Relations:
Reports to senior partners or VC firm leadership
Decision Making Authority:
Significant in strategic initiatives and investment recommendations
Stratigic Planning
Active in developing and executing investment strategies
Team Management:
Coordinates with investment teams and firm leadership
Meeting Involvment:
Involved in key meetings with entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders
Project Management:
Oversees projects related to investment analysis and firm initiatives
Communication:
Key communicator between firm leadership, investors, and portfolio companies
Professional Development:
Develops skills in investment analysis, strategic decision-making, and VC operations