Autumn Hankinson

Program Manager @Techstars

Columbus, OH, US

Oversaw and executed three accelerator programs from planning through completion - 30% increase in founder and mentorengagement through data-informed improvements to program structure and experience.· Conducted 8 comprehensive orientation sessions for new companies and founders, contributing to a 25% improvement in retention rates over the subsequent year.· Streamlined integration processes for 4 Associates and 5 Entrepreneurs in Residence, reducing integration time by 10% and ensuring 100% compliance with contractor agreements and operational readiness across each program cycle.· Directed cross-functional collaboration across operations, marketing, and community teams that lead to better resource optimization, reducing overall program spend by 10%.· Championed organizational change initiatives by documenting and optimizing internal processes, enhancing team efficiency, and enabling deeper founder support.