Cintrifuse Capital Overview:

Cintrifuse is dedicated to catalyzing Cincinnati’s entrepreneurial spirit, empowering high-growth founders, and fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem in the Midwest. Through our collaborative efforts across Cintrifuse, Cintrifuse Capital, and StartupCincy, we provide innovative solutions, strategic investments, and inclusive support to transform bold ideas into thriving businesses. Our experienced team, deep venture network, and strong partnerships with corporations drive sustainable growth, job creation, and innovation, making Cincinnati a premier destination for startups and investors alike.

At Cintrifuse Capital, we’re helping to drive big outcomes for the Cincinnati region through our direct investment strategy, the tailored support we provide our portfolio companies, and through our investments in venture funds around the country. We provide Cincinnati startups with unparalleled access to capital and talent, and drive venture dollars and innovation from around the country into our backyard.

Through its SEC-registered investment advisor, Cintrifuse Fund Management, LLC, (dba Cintrifuse Capital), Cintrifuse Capital has over $150 million of assets under management. In Funds I & II, we focused on investment in some of the country’s and region’s leading venture funds. Through Fund III, we are continuing to invest in top venture capital funds, but we also have expanded our focus to include direct investment into Cincinnati-area startups. 

About the Role:

The Program Associate will play a central role in running Cintrifuse Capital’s Venture Velocity Program—an 8-week, cohort-based initiative focused on preparing early-stage startups for venture fundraising. This individual will manage day-to-day program execution, work closely with founders, coordinate speakers and sessions, and help plug participants into Cintrifuse’s broader capital network.

In addition to Velocity, the Program Associate will support diligence activities related to direct investment opportunities from the Seed Fund. The Program Associate will lead data collection and reporting efforts related to the Seed Fund, and will support general data collection and reporting for the broader Cintrifuse Capital portfolio.  This role will also contribute to the growth of Cintrifuse’s forthcoming angel investor network, helping build relationships with investors and planning events that connect startups to early capital.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their venture career who’s eager to learn, contribute meaningfully, and grow into a key team member within a high-performing and mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

Venture Velocity Program Execution

• Facilitate the application review and cohort selection process
• Lead operational execution of the 8-week fundraising readiness program (2–3 cohorts/year)
• Manage all logistics: session scheduling, speaker coordination, venue/virtual setup
• Serve as point of contact for participating startups and mentors
• Collaborate on curriculum design and iteration based on feedback and performance
• Integrate founders into Cintrifuse Capital’s resource and investment networks

Angel Network Development

• Support the cultivation of a vibrant angel investor network in the Cincinnati region
• Assist with ongoing engagement of Angel investors
• Help organize founder/investor engagement events and pitch forums
• Help startups navigate the angel investment process and close early-stage capital

Investment Support

• Assist in diligence for the Seed Fund’s direct investment pipeline
• Support the preparation of investment memos and help gather documents required by state
• Assist portfolio founders in navigating Cintrifuse resources

Fund Reporting and Data Management

• Lead quarterly and annual reporting efforts for the Seed Fund, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
• Support data collection and reporting within Visible, our portfolio reporting platform, for all Cintrifuse Capital portfolio companies
• Support general Fund operations, including compliance, documentation, and workflow optimization
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain consistent, audit-ready records and documentation for all investments

Ecosystem Engagement & Organizational Support

• Represent Cintrifuse at ecosystem events and in the broader startup community
• Collaborate across teams to deliver high-impact programming and investment support
• Assist in operational projects and initiatives as needed

StartupCincy Week Support

• Help shape and execute our venture-scale content and VC experience for StartupCincy Week (October 6–9)
• Provide logistical support, coordination, and project management leading up to and during the week
• Expect dialed-up hours and a fast-paced environment during StartupCincy Week — your availability during that time is essential

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• 1–3 years of professional experience in venture capital, a startup, accelerator, entrepreneurial support organization, or related ecosystem role
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, juggle multiple priorities, and operate with a high degree of autonomy

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred 

Skills and Attributes:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly in synthesizing complex information
• Comfortable working directly with founders, investors, and high-level stakeholders
• Passion for venture capital, startups, and supporting early-stage entrepreneurs
• High integrity, accountability, and a team-oriented mindset

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience coordinating logistics for cohorts, workshops, or events
• Exposure to early-stage investment processes
• Prior involvement with angel investors or early-stage fundraising
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments 
• Excitement to represent Cintrifuse across the community and in front of founders and investors
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What will set you apart:

• First and foremost, you’re hungry to learn, have a bias toward action, and genuinely enjoy fast-paced environments where no two days are the same
• You’re humble, kind, and thrive as a thoughtful team player — you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves or ask questions
• You take initiative, see problems or opportunities, and aren’t afraid to run with them (always in partnership with the team)
• You’re curious about new technologies and passionate about supporting the growth of Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem
• Bonus: You’re available to work May through early October, including full availability during StartupCincy Week (October 6–9)

Additional Information

This is a full-time, Cincinnati-based position with a hybrid work schedule. Competitive salary commensurate with experience; benefits include full Health benefits, HSA/FSA, Wellness program, 401(k) match, Parental leave, and PTO in a collaborative, dog-friendly, casual dress co-working space at Union Hall. You’ll also have access to all Cintrifuse and Union Hall events.

As an access person for Cintrifuse Capital, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor, you will be subject to all applicable requirements of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and our firm’s code of ethics.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief note about your interest in the role to mark@cintrifusecapital.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Cintrifuse is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.  We encourage applicants from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups who could bring diverse perspectives to our mission.