Regional Development Lead (California or Utah) (Los Angeles)

About Hope Street Group

Hope Street Group is a national nonprofit organization preparing every student for their future through innovative, AI powered tools and programs. Our work includes FutureMe , an AI powered career exploration platform, the AI Innovation Learners Network , and the national FutureReady AI Challenge .

We believe teachers are the heart of transformation. When educators have trusted, responsible AI grounded in our HopeAI framework, students gain direction, purpose, and real opportunity. We work alongside teachers, students, and industry partners to help young people grow confident, capable, connected, and championed as they step into their futures.

Position Summary

The Regional Development Lead will play a critical role in expanding Hope Street Groups impact by developing and managing relationships with regional funders, partners, and community stakeholders. This position will translate the national strategy into locally resonant efforts in California and Utah - advancing our FutureMe platform and FutureReady AI Challenge through philanthropy, partnerships, and community activation.

The ideal candidate is a well-connected fundraiser and relationship builder, experienced in education and workforce development, and deeply passionate about how technology and AI can improve career readiness for youth.

Candidate Profile

All qualified candidates should :

• Live up to Hope Street Groups core values of being inspiring, inclusive, curious, and ambitious.
• Be excited and passionate about how technology and AI can create scalable impact in helping students prepare for their futures.
• Be energized by both relationship-building and resource development, contributing to the partnerships, networks, and stories that sustain Hope Streets mission.

Key Responsibilities

Vision Setting and Strategy

Community Activation and Marketing

Fundraising and Partnership Development

Qualifications

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