Venture Scout
52 minutes ago
Initio Capital | Maximize Your Earnings by Referring Top Founders
Company: Initio Capital
Location: Remote / Global
Engagement Type: Independent / Performance-Based
Compensation: Referral commissions, deal-based upside, long-term carry potential
Apply to Join:
Initio Capital is a next-generation venture firm and venture studio built to identify, support, and scale high-potential startups globally. Through capital, advisory systems, and a curated founder and investor network, we help early-stage companies move faster from idea to scale.
Our platform connects:
- Founders building venture-backable companies
- Investors seeking high-quality deal flow
- Operators and scouts who surface exceptional talent
This is not an employment role.
The Venture Scout role is designed for individuals with strong access to:
- Founders
- Startup operators
- Technical builders
- Early-stage teams
As a Scout, you help identify and refer high-quality founders and startups into the Initio Capital ecosystem.
What You'll DoAs a Venture Scout, you will:
- Identify and refer promising founders and early-stage startups
- Introduce teams aligned with venture-backed outcomes
- Leverage your network across startups, accelerators, universities, and ecosystems
- Submit referrals through Initio's platform
- Participate in upside when referred companies are accepted and funded
There are no quotas — activity is flexible and self-directed.
How You EarnVenture Scouts earn through:
- Cash referral commissions on successful introductions
- Long-term upside via carry participation (for select deals)
- Performance-based incentives tied to founder success
Earnings scale with the quality and volume of referrals.
Who This Is ForThis role is ideal for:
- Startup operators and founders
- Community builders and ecosystem connectors
- Former or current VCs, angels, or advisors
- University program leaders, accelerators, and incubator mentors
- Anyone with consistent access to high-quality founders
You do not need prior investing experience.
Why Join Initio Capital- Earn from your network without becoming a VC
- Work remotely on your own schedule
- Participate in real venture outcomes
- Access a global founder and investor ecosystem
- Build long-term upside beyond one-time referrals
Apply to join the Venture Scout network here:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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