Director of Network @ Slauson & Co in Los Angeles, CA

Open role:
Director of Network & Engagement WHO WE ARE

Slauson & Co. is a Los Angeles based pre-seed and seed-stage venture capital firm supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs across the country. Our mission is to democratize access to entrepreneurship by bridging the gap between untapped founders – historically overlooked by the traditional venture ecosystem – and the right capital and resources required to create sustainability, equity, & economic inclusion.

Our team believes economic inclusion can be the foundation for strong investment performance. Each partner and advisor has committed capital (financial and social) to improve outcomes in our communities, all the while building and maintaining successful, category-defining businesses.

We have a committed investor base of some of the most respected corporations, foundations, creatives, and tech entrepreneurs across the country. We are looking to grow our core platform team and want to hear from you.

Learn more about our story here, in WSJ, and in Forbes.

We are seeking a Director of Network & Engagement to work closely with the team to: (1) align on gaps and bottlenecks faced by our portfolio companies, (2) accelerate solutions by identifying and deploying the necessary resources, and (3) facilitate valuable connections across our ecosystem, including investors, customers, and operators, all with the goal of advancing our companies’ business objectives.

In addition they will lead the growth, engagement, and impact of the Slauson Operator Network (S-CON) a vibrant community of experts who volunteer their time to support Slauson portfolio companies and are passionate about collaboration, skill-sharing, and strengthening the broader innovation ecosystem.

This role is ideal for a dynamic, data- and relationship-driven leader who thrives at the intersection of venture capital, community building, and founder support. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategies that deepen network engagement and deliver meaningful value to our founders. This role reports directly to the Head of Platform.

We offer a competitive compensation package with a base salary of $105-120k with an opportunity for bonus. We offer full health (Medical, Dental, Vision, parental leave, and wellness benefits), unlimited time off, and 401(k) matching.

At Slauson & Co., we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

What Success in This Role Looks Like Success in this role means independently driving impact for Slauson & Co’s Portfolio Companies, through network connections, while also increasing visibility, engagement, and influence across the VC ecosystem. The ideal candidate is a proactive, strategically creative thinker with a bias for action and a commitment to high-quality, detail-driven execution. The Director will own everything from aligning on gaps and bottlenecks faced by our portfolio companies, to accelerating solutions by identifying and deploying the necessary resources, and facilitating valuable connections across our ecosystem.

Founder & Portfolio Support (35%):

• Design and implement programs that provide portfolio companies with access to high-quality operator expertise and resources.
• Manage founder education initiatives, including the Slauson Series (a private fireside chat and thought partnership style virtual event, discussing topics that are trending during our founder 1:1 conversations) and other learning opportunities.
• Drive portfolio company data collection and analysis through Standard Metrics to inform engagement strategies.
• Facilitate…