Creative Hub Business Director

Position: Creative Hub Business Director
Location: Doha, Qatar (with regular travel to Milan, Italy)
Company: FROMM.lab

About FROMM.lab

FROMM.lab is a creativity hub that bridges design, business, and collaboration. Operating in Doha, FROMM.lab empowers emerging designers with the resources, mentorship, and exposure to transform ideas into market-ready solutions.

We are seeking a dynamic Creative Hub Business Director to lead FROMM.lab’s operations, driving business growth, fostering creative collaborations, and establishing FROMM.lab as a leading design hub in the region and globally.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute FROMM.lab’s business strategy, aligning with the overall vision of FROMM.
Identify and implement revenue-generating opportunities (workshops, collaborations, memberships).
Oversee the development of programs that balance creativity and commercial viability.
Business Development & Partnerships

Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, cultural institutions, and industry leaders.
Foster collaborations with designers, manufacturers, and businesses to create market-ready products.
Team Management

Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, ensuring alignment with FROMM.lab’s goals.
Implement operational processes and systems for efficient hub management.
Marketing & PR Oversight

Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure effective promotion of FROMM.lab’s offerings.
Represent FROMM.lab at events, conferences, and in media, strengthening its reputation as a creativity and business hub.
Performance Monitoring

Define and track KPIs for programs, partnerships, and financial goals.
Use data-driven insights to refine offerings and optimize impact.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Skills

7–10 years of experience in design, business development, or related industries, with leadership roles.
Strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in driving business growth.
Experience in managing partnerships and projects.
Excellent communication, networking, and team leadership skills.
Understanding of the creative process and familiarity with design trends.
Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Design, Arts Management, or a related field.
Personality

A strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.
Collaborative, adaptable, and culturally aware, capable of navigating diverse markets in Doha and Milan.