Job Description

Kansas Center for Entrepreneurship

DBA - Network Kansas

Open Position

TITLE: Venture Investment Manager, eGrowth Ventures

REPORTS TO: Senior Venture Investment Manager, eGrowth Ventures

STATUS: Full Time, Kansas-based, preferably Wichita

PAY RANGE: Annual Salary TBD, with Network Kansas benefits package

DATE: August 2025

I. POSITION

The Venture Investment Manager reports directly to the Senior Venture Investment Manager.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Assets Under Management: The statewide equity programs include the GrowKS Equity Programs (Angel Capital Support Program, Multi-Fund, and Community Equity Ownership) and Kansas Capital Multiplier Venture Program.

Personnel Under Management: N/A -– Subject to change based on future needs.

Key Responsibilities: Working under the direction of the Senior Venture Investment Manager in the organizational unit eGrowth Ventures, this role is expected to be collaborative, active, and a hands-on thought and action leader for the eGrowth Ventures team, to advance the Network Kansas vision, with general objectives as follows:

a) Manage and provide oversight of the Network Kansas equity programs, including the GrowKS Equity Programs, Kansas Capital Multiplier Venture Fund, and any additional investment programs that are developed to serve small businesses of Kansas.

b) Collaborates with the Senior Venture Investment Manager of eGrowth Ventures to determine and strive for additional revenue streams related to venture services, technical assistance, and equity funds deployment.

c) Collaborates with the Senior Venture Investment Manager of eGrowth Ventures to actively coordinate and engage in strategic partnerships and grant opportunities.

Financial Investments and Inbound Leads

• Daily oversight of the equity investment program portfolio including the GrowKS Equity Programs and Kansas Capital Multiplier Program to enable and mobilize seed and early-stage capital across the State of Kansas.

• Source and evaluate companies for Network Kansas programs, specifically the GrowKS equity programs and existing equity programs.

• Lead the application process with prospective clients, ensure appropriate eligibility requirements are met, due diligence completion, recording and review are done timely, and managing the review committee process.

• Lead appropriate communication on the status of any funding applications, including but not limited to; applications being accurate and complete, communicating approval and denials to the appropriate parties, and checking in regularly on approved deals and their expected closing date.

• Coordinate and manage the monitoring of assigned equity portfolio companies and provide necessary follow-ups or actions needed to ensure the success of the investment.

• Lead responses to incoming inquiries regarding equity funding programs and application requirements.

Compliance and Reporting

• Create and provide all parties with appropriate closing documentation for approved investments including proof of match prior to final review by the Senior Venture Investment Manager and disbursal of funds.

• Coordinate and collaborate on the process for gathering year-end data for equity program clients.

• Manage document organization and storage for all deals, including due diligence materials, financials, cap tables, and transaction documents.

• Assist and coordinate the preparation of an annual portfolio performance report including fund-level performance as well as company metrics.

Ecosystem Management and Partnerships

• Utilize business development/marketing skillset to network and collaborate with entrepreneurs, investors, and other entrepreneurial support organizations across the state to increase visibility and deal flow.

• Research and continually evaluate emerging trends, best practices, and education for startups to fund and grow business operations.

• Perform activities as appropriate related to Network Kansas overall communication plan including public speaking, attending conferences, board meetings as needed, and meetings with strategic partners.

• Develop internal and external systems to share knowledge related to early-stage capital and fundraising.

• Work in conjunction with the Senior Venture Investment Manager on strategic initiatives and revenue generating opportunities.

• Take initiative and contribute as part of a fast-growing, integrated, mission focused team.

III. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

The candidate will be a college graduate and have either educational, or work experience related to entrepreneurship, angel investing, and venture funding.

• Understanding of the entrepreneurial funding process, investment structures, and types of investment transactions.

• Outstanding organizational and analytical skills, detail-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated.

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, on the phone and in-person.

• Remember details and keep excellent records.

• Strong computer and software skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel; ability to learn new applications and complex features as needed.

• Experience with cash flow modeling and investment valuation techniques.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Work with a high degree of integrity and hold high ethical standards.

• Treat others with respect and dignity.

• Preferred: Knowledge of statewide resource partners, particularly funding partners such as regional angel groups, regional foundations, private investors, and other entrepreneurial support organizations.

Interested candidates please send resume with salary requirements and cover letter to: eGrowth Ventures applicants@networkkansas.com

Miscellaneous Notes

This is a Kansas based position preferably in Wichita. If outside of Wichita can be remote.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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