Starts Principal

The Starts Principal leads efforts to support startups, engage corporate leaders, bring investment 

to the region, expand Medical Alley's reach worldwide and position Medical Alley as the definitive 

organization for health innovation. The Starts Principal also leverages technology platforms to 

collect and analyze data and prepare reports to attract investment to the region.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Account management and business and economic development (50%)

• Support startups in finding investors, talent, and strategic partners.

• Interface with corporate development executives and venture firms to scout for investment 

opportunities globally.

• Partner with key local and national organizations involved in trade, trade policy, economic 

development, and business advisory services.

• Develop, drive, and build relationships with a portfolio of international partners, government 

agencies, and trade groups. Accountable for relationship management, revenue growth, and business 

expansion.

• Assist international businesses in evaluating Medical Alley as a site for their U.S. growth, 

connect with service providers, and provide critical connections and advise.

Data and market analysis (30%):

• Utilize best practices to collect investment, job, and market intelligence data.

• Prepare reports that highlight the local innovation ecosystem.

General Operational Duties (20%):

• Assist in executing prospective, engagement, and renewal strategies in alignment with business 

objectives to drive partnership growth and retention.

• Work on a variety of projects and initiatives to build domestic and global networks for Medical 

Alley.

• Drive improvements to maximize the Medical Alley partner experience and value 

proposition.

• General administration – data entry, creation of content and materials, event support, and 

customer service

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 5-7 years of professional experience in healthcare, venture capital, economic development, or 

managing complex projects with varying deadlines.

• Must possess a high level of comfort and social skills to interact with individuals and groups, 

engaging at all levels of an organization, particularly at the C-suite level.

• Strong oral and written skills.

• Awareness and sensitivity to diverse cultures, foreign culture’s approach to business, ability 

to gain trust and manage confidential information.

• Lead from the front by taking initiative, paying close attention to detail, and committing to a 

delivery of service that is beyond expectations.

• Self-motivated with bias to action; accountability standards and personal/professional 

ethics.

• Strong interest in fields such as healthcare, biological sciences, medical devices, 

manufacturing, and/or digital health.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal 

supervision.

• Strategic thinker and continuous learner who demonstrates the willingness and ability to 

disseminate complex information.

• Ideal candidate will possess a drive to win, achieve goals, and accelerate the growth of the 

team.

• Experience in international business preferred.

• Foreign language skills are preferred.

• MBA, MPH, or similar degree preferred.

• Grant writing, grant management skills desired.

• A valid passport is required.

Position Details:

Category: Full-time, Exempt employee.

• Hybrid schedule with required in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
• Qualified candidates will live in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul or immediate surrounding communities.
• Must have reliable transportation. Flexibility to work weekends or evenings, as required.

Benefits: Competitive benefits package that includes medical, life and disability coverage with many 

optional programs, 401k, PTO program plus thirteen paid holidays.

Organizational Summary: As the Epicenter of Health Innovation and Care®, Medical Alley serves as a 

world-class growth engine and a leadership collective dedicated to making a measurable impact on 

the future of healthcare. As a primary driver of industry transformation, we provide the "creative 

persistence" required to succeed even when the system resists, acting as the central pulse for over 

800 global companies and a thriving startup ecosystem.

We foster collaborations and partnerships that move beyond polite conversation to deliver a 

collective blueprint for the future. Our unique strength lies in uniting the entire health and life 

sciences continuum, where we elevate the dialogue from a single industry perspective to a broader 

impact on public health. By shaping policy at state and federal levels and delivering actionable 

intelligence, we empower leaders to navigate complex shifts while ensuring that trust remains our 

bedrock. Our mission-driven approach is centered on a simple, powerful truth: progress is defined by 

our ability to put the patient’s needs at the center of everything we do. At Medical Alley, we 

remain steadfast advocates for human connection, ensuring care is accessible to all as we bring 

innovation to the "last mile". Recognized as a premier workplace by Minnesota Business Magazine and 

the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Medical Alley is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to 

creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations will be made for 

qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

and any other applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please note: Medical Alley is not certified with the U.S. Department of Labor for immigration 

sponsorship.

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