ECI Small Business Ecosystem Navigator

This is a strategic role bridging the interests of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation's (IEDC) Entrepreneurship Team, ConnectIND portal, stakeholders, peer groups and SBDC Team. The Navigator will work with SBDC Business Advisors, stakeholders, and partners to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem to help entrepreneurs connect to the right resources at the right time in their entrepreneurial journey. This position will foster a positive and measurable impact on the formation, growth and sustainability of small businesses in Indiana.

This position is grant funded and the individual hired will have an At Will assignment. Funding for this position will run through December 31, 2025.

Ball State University hosts the East Central Indiana SBDC. The region comprises 11 counties, including Blackford, Delaware, Jay, Fayette, Grant, Henry, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Union, and Wayne.

This position requires off-campus travel throughout the region and, at times, Indiana. This position will also require flexible hours, including some early mornings, evenings, and weekends, and flexible work locations.