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Aspiring Business Founder
Role: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) leads the start-up, turning research or innovation into a scalable business. They drive commercialisation efforts, build the company’s vision, and secure funding to grow the venture.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Strategy: Translate scientific or technological innovation into a viable business model and go-to-market strategy.
Fundraising & Investor Relations: Secure funding through grants, venture capital, and strategic partnerships.
Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with researchers, the parent Research and Technology Organisation (RTO), investors, industry partners, and regulatory bodies.
Team Leadership: Assemble and inspire a cross-functional team, balancing research expertise with commercial acumen.
Business Operations: Oversee legal, financial, and operational aspects of company building, including Intellectual Property (IP) management.
Market Development: Identify target markets, refine the value proposition, and drive customer acquisition.
Vision & Culture: Foster an innovative, agile, and mission-driven company culture.
Aspiring Technology Founder
Role: The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) bridges research and product development, ensuring the start-up’s core technology evolves into a commercially viable solution.
Key Responsibilities
Technology Roadmap: Define and execute a development strategy, balancing research rigour with market needs.
Product Development: Lead the build, testing, and iteration of prototypes and minimum viable products (MVPs).
Research Collaboration: Maintain strong ties with the parent Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) or research lab to facilitate ongoing knowledge transfer.
IP Strategy: Manage Intellectual Property (IP), including patents, licenses, and tech transfer agreements.
Tech-Driven Decision-Making: Guide strategic decisions around tech stack, infrastructure, and scalability.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure product development aligns with relevant standards and regulations.
Innovation Monitoring: Stay up to date on emerging technologies and market shifts to maintain a competitive edge.
Aspiring Mentor
Role: Advisors/Investors provide specialised knowledge, connections, and strategic insights to help navigate the unique challenges of spinning research into a start-up.
Key Responsibilities
Commercialization Guidance: Help shape the business model and go-to-market strategy.
Fundraising & Investment Support: Offer insights into investor expectations and assist with pitch preparation.
Network Access: Connect the spin-off with potential industry partners, customers, and funding opportunities.
Strategic Feedback: Advise on key decisions, from product positioning to scaling strategies.
Regulatory & Market Expertise: Provide insights into navigating industry-specific regulations and commercial landscapes.