VP of Blockchain Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships
https://panga.ventures/
Opportunities at Panga Ventures
Panga Ventures is hiring for strategic roles across our investment ecosystem, including full-time positions, advisors, and consultants to drive growth and partnerships for our Web3 portfolio companies.
For more details about any specific role, feel free to contact us for further information.
Investment Focus: We are a venture capital firm investing in category-defining Web3 companies across every layer of the crypto technology stack. With a $500M early stage fund and a $1B acceleration fund, we back innovative teams building the future of decentralized finance, infrastructure, and blockchain technologies.
Portfolio Support: We are seeking strategic partnership managers, business development specialists, technical advisors, tokenomics experts, DeFi analysts, and ecosystem growth managers to support our portfolio companies and drive cross-portfolio synergies.
About Panga Ventures
Panga Ventures operates at the highest levels of the blockchain ecosystem with investments spanning multiple Layer 1 networks, DeFi protocols, Web3 infrastructure, and emerging blockchain technologies. Our strategic position provides unique opportunities for ecosystem-level partnerships and cross-chain collaborations.
As we expand our ecosystem strategy, we are seeking a VP of Blockchain Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships to lead ecosystem development, manage strategic relationships, and drive large-scale partnerships that benefit our entire portfolio.
Project Overview
The VP of Blockchain Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships will serve as Panga Ventures' senior leader for ecosystem strategy, managing relationships with major blockchain foundations, leading venture capital firms, and ecosystem partners.
This executive role requires deep blockchain ecosystem knowledge, senior-level relationship management skills, and the ability to structure complex multi-party strategic initiatives.
If you have executive experience in blockchain ecosystem development and proven track record of managing large-scale strategic partnerships, this is a senior leadership opportunity with significant strategic impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead ecosystem strategy for Panga Ventures including relationships with Layer 1 foundations, major blockchain ecosystems, and institutional partners.
- Develop and execute strategic partnership initiatives that benefit the entire Panga Ventures portfolio including cross-chain integrations and ecosystem collaborations.
- Manage relationships with other top-tier venture capital firms for co-investment opportunities and strategic deal sharing.
- Represent Panga Ventures at the highest levels of the blockchain industry including foundation partnerships and ecosystem governance participation.
- Lead large-scale strategic initiatives including multi-chain deployment strategies and ecosystem grant programs for portfolio companies.
- Collaborate with portfolio companies on ecosystem positioning and strategic relationship development.
- Drive thought leadership and industry influence through speaking engagements and strategic content development.
- Oversee partnership team and coordinate cross-portfolio strategic initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- 8+ years of senior leadership experience in blockchain ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, or venture capital with significant blockchain focus.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale strategic partnerships and ecosystem relationships at the executive level.
- Deep network of senior relationships across blockchain foundations, major protocols, and top-tier venture capital firms.
- Experience with venture capital operations including LP relations, co-investment coordination, and portfolio strategy.
- Strong understanding of blockchain ecosystem dynamics, governance mechanisms, and cross-chain interoperability.
- Executive communication skills for board-level presentations and senior stakeholder management.
- Leadership experience managing strategic teams and complex multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- Advanced degree in Business, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred.
Why Join Panga Ventures?
- Executive compensation: $300,000–$500,000 + significant carry participation and executive benefits.
- Lead ecosystem strategy for a top-tier venture capital firm with substantial blockchain investments.
- Work at the highest levels of the blockchain industry with access to exclusive strategic opportunities.
- Shape the future of blockchain ecosystem development through strategic leadership and partnerships.
- Senior executive role with significant strategic influence and industry impact.
Compensation & Benefits
- Executive base salary: $300,000–$500,000 based on experience and ecosystem network strength.
- Significant carry participation tied to fund performance and strategic partnership success.
- Executive performance bonuses based on ecosystem development achievements and portfolio impact.
- Comprehensive executive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and executive perks.
- Executive travel and representation budget for high-level industry engagement.
- Access to exclusive executive networks and senior industry forums.
Next Steps
Executive Background Review
Submit detailed information about your senior blockchain experience, ecosystem relationships, and strategic partnership achievements.
Strategic Vision Presentation
Present your vision for blockchain ecosystem strategy and approach to large-scale partnership development.
Senior Stakeholder Meetings
Participate in senior-level discussions with key stakeholders and potential ecosystem partners.
Founding Partner Interview
Final executive discussion with founding partners about strategic vision, compensation, and senior leadership role within the firm.