Develop and execute the strategic vision and roadmap for QTC Ventures, in alignment with Leidos QTC's overarching strategy.
Work closely with the CEO of Leidos QTC to continuously align investment thesis with Leidos QTC's 2X by 2028 goal. (Note: Investment in this sense could be payments within a broader set of deal terms and / or an investment of time / resources / support, depending on the “track.”)
Build relationships with strategy teams, operators and business development across both Leidos QTC and Leidos to understand and align with business needs and strategic plan.
Analyze market trends and develop relationships with incubators, VCs, accelerators, and industry research firms to identify novel approaches to both accelerating QTC strategy and meeting customer requirements.
Portfolio Development:
Build and refine the four-track framework for portfolio development, as outlined below:
Vendor Track: Companies on this track engage in a traditional vendor-client relationship with Leidos QTC, providing innovative solutions that enhance Leidos QTC offerings and broader Leidos offerings.
Accelerator Track: Companies on the accelerator track receive support, resources, and mentorship from QTC Ventures and from an advisory group to fuel growth and scale impact.
Partner Track: QTC Ventures develops strategic partnerships with companies with high growth potential and high alignment with Leidos QTC’s solutions, providing monetary support (prepayments and otherwise), industry expertise, and strategic guidance.
Acquisition Track: Companies on the acquisition track undergo a rigorous evaluation process to assess their strategic fit and alignment with Leidos QTC’s long-term objectives. Once acquired, these companies become integrated into Leidos QTC’s operations and offerings.
Typically, companies start on track 1 or 2. Once Leidos QTC gets to know the company more intimately, they may be given the opportunity to transition to track 3 or 4.
Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and selection process for potential portfolio companies that fall within identified strategy buckets: VBE, OH / IME, and RH / CC.
Develop and execute on a marketing strategy for QTC ventures inclusive of social and traditional routes.
Cultivate and grow relationships with founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
Portfolio Management:
Oversee the management and growth of the QTC Ventures portfolio and pipeline.
Provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and support to portfolio companies across all tracks.
Build and lead a team of businessanalysts responsible for staying abreast of market trends, identifying potential portfolio companies, and performing business and regulatory due diligence. In addition, business analysts support contract negotiation and deal structure.
Build and lead a team of product managers responsible for evaluating capabilities of portfolio companies, maturing them along the four-path framework, and aligning with Leidos QTC strategy and use cases. In addition, product managers collaborate with Leidos QTC CTO organization and operating divisions to determine implementation approaches, supporting as necessary and defining “handoff points.”
Partner with Leidos QTC CEO in negotiations and structuring of partnership and acquisition deals.
Committee Leadership:
Establish and manage an advisory committee comprising Leidos QTC SMEs, Leidos SMEs, and industry experts. This committee serves as a resource to portfolio companies, especially those on the accelerator, partnership, or acquisition tracks.
Establish and manage a steering committee responsible for evaluating companies, determining track, and recommending partnership and acquisition opportunities to Leidos QTC & Leidos leadership.
Establish and manage a proxy customer committee that represents VBE, OH / IME, and RH / CC to provide input and feedback on potential portfolio companies and the solutions that they represent.
Internal Presence:
Drive a culture of innovation, front-line obsession, and experimentation across teams within Leidos QTC.
Lead agile, high-performing teams that disrupt traditional processes and models to uniquely meet Leidos QTC’s business objectives.
Regularly share learnings, trends, and expert insights from the broader industry with Leidos QTC leadership and teams.
External Presence:
Represent QTC Ventures externally as a thought leader and brand ambassador in the healthcare sector.
Represent QTC Ventures within the broader Leidos organization, including opportunities to share capabilities and learnings across business units.
BS degree with 20+ years relevant experience. Additional years experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Salary Range: $214,650 - $260,000
The Leidos QTC Health Services pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to): geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Leidos QTC Health Services. is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.
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