About the Role We are launching new AI-focused startup labs and looking for a Program Manager who can run cohorts with precision, energy, and structure. You will work alongside founders, operators, and technical mentors to help early teams move from idea → prototype → execution with clarity and speed. This role blends program management, founder support, venture operations, and a strong understanding of modern AI workflows. --- Responsibilities Cohort Operations • Manage the end-to-end founder journey for each cohort • Build weekly plans, track progress, and maintain program momentum • Coordinate sessions, mentor matching, workshops, and resources Founder Support • Provide both strategic and tactical guidance to early-stage teams • Help founders refine ideas, structure roadmaps, and unblock execution • Facilitate intros to operators, advisors, talent, or pilot partners Program Design & Improvement • Contribute to improving the curriculum, templates, and frameworks • Create repeatable systems for onboarding, communication, and outcomes • Capture insights and lessons learned to improve future cohorts Ecosystem & Community • Help activate founder communities across Europe • Maintain relationships with hubs, accelerators, and local operators • Keep a pulse on emerging AI founders, tools, and opportunities --- Ideal Candidate You're a fit if you: • Have experience in program management, venture, founder ops, or ecosystem roles • Understand early-stage founder workflows and startup dynamics • Communicate clearly and keep teams aligned • Bring structure, speed, and organization to fast-moving environments • Are curious about AI, LLM tooling, and the future of automation Nice to have • Experience running accelerators, incubators, or startup programs • Familiarity with technical teams or AI product development • Strong network across European founder and operator communities --- What Success Looks Like Within your first 90 days, you will have: • Successfully run or co-led your first founder sprint • Ensured founders are moving quickly with clear direction • Improved program structure, templates, or onboarding materials • Activated new mentors or operators into the ecosystem • Delivered a cohesive experience founders genuinely value --- Perks & Benefits • Work directly with founders and AI builders across Europe • High-impact role shaping the next generation of AI startups • Remote-friendly with flexible hours • Executive mentorship and opportunities for expansion leadership --- How to Apply 📧 Send your intro + LinkedIn to: jesse@nextbeginz.com 📝 Subject line: Startup Labs Program Manager — [Your Name] What to Include: • Short intro + past program/ops experience • Examples of founder support or ecosystem work • Regions/hubs you're connected to • Availability & earliest start date