A strategic and operational leader driving ecosystem growth, partnerships, and community engagement across APAC. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution—building relationships with key partners and exchanges, running cross-functional initiatives, and fostering a vibrant open-source AI community in markets including Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Develop and execute strategies spanning marketing, BD, and community growth with APAC as priority
- Lead planning cycles ensuring alignment between ecosystem initiatives and Foundation mission
- Identify market opportunities and position Sentient Foundation as a leader in open-source AI
Operations & Execution
- Drive cross-functional coordination, resolving dependencies and keeping initiatives on track
- Build processes and systems that improve team velocity and operational excellence
- Support leadership in real-time decision-making to move projects forward efficiently
Business Development & Partnerships
- Build relationships with exchanges, AI labs, protocols, and enterprises across APAC
- Leverage exchange relationships to drive strategic initiatives and ecosystem visibility
- Represent the Foundation at industry events and conferences throughout the region
Marketing & Community
- Shape Foundation messaging and brand positioning with regional nuance
- Design programs that engage developers, researchers, and builders across APAC
- Build relationships with community members, contributors, and KOLs in key markets
Requirements
- 5+ years in strategy, operations, BD, or ecosystem growth in web3 or AI
- Background at a top exchange (Coinbase, Binance, OKX) is a strong plus
- Experience at a foundation or protocol-level organization preferred
- Strong track record building partnerships and driving execution in APAC markets
- Exceptional communication skills; ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced environments
- Deep understanding of open-source software, AI, and web3 ecosystems
- Existing network within APAC AI and crypto communities strongly preferred
- Fluency in Mandarin is a plus