JOBDESCRIPTION

1.Job Description: GrowthSuccess-SMB

·ReportsTo: Program manager - WEN

RoleOverview:

The SMBPortfolio Lead will focus on identifying high-potential small and medium businesses(SMBs) in their hub and supporting them with corporate partnerships, market access,funding access, and growth strategies.

KeyResponsibilities:

SMBIdentification & Engagement

·Work with industry associations (CII,FICCI, NASSCOM), government agencies, and corporates to source scalable SMBs.

·Facilitate SMBonboarding into growth programs, ensuring alignment with industry needs.

·Build relationships with corporate accelerators andgovernment support programs.

Scaling& Market Access

·Facilitatecorporate partnerships to help SMBs secure pilots, proof-of-conceptprojects, and B2B deals.

·GuideSMBs on marketexpansion strategies and product-market fit refinement.

·Support SMBs in navigating publicprocurement opportunities.

AlternativeFinancing & Investment Readiness

·Assist SMBs in accessing grants,



impact investments,and debt financing.

·ConnectSMBs with alternativefunding sources,including government-backed financing schemes.

·Organizeinvestor meets, matchmaking with angel networks and micro-VCs.

Tracking& Impact Measurement

·Maintain SMBgrowth data,tracking revenue, job creation, and funding raised.

·Developsuccess stories and case studies to showcase impact and attract furtherinvestment.

·Provide strategic insights on SMB ecosystem developmentin the hub.

Qualifications& Experience:

·4–7years experience working with SMBs, industry bodies, or corporate innovation programs.

·Robust understanding of business scaling, marketaccess, and alternative financing.

·Experience with public procurement andcorporate partnerships is a plus.

·Strongstakeholder engagement, business advisory, and project management skills.

📌 Growth Success-SMB - Chennai
🏢 Wadhwani Foundation
📍 Chennai