The Director will oversee a professional full time staff and student interns to assist in the development and growth of new businesses in the Appalachia region of Ohio. The director will be responsible for the development and implementation of technical assistance programs to both, stimulate the creation of new business enterprises as well as to assist fast growing, 'gazelle' businesses. The director will need to work closely with area venture capitalists and economic development organizations.
Position requires extensive business experience.
Experience with new ventures and venture capitalists and ability to personally provide high quality business consulting is necessary. This position offers an individual a real opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people in Southern Ohio. The Center has a full-time staff of 30, and in 1999 worked with 20 faculty and 50 graduate and undergraduate students from throughout the University. Ohio University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.