Belden Inc. · 1 month ago
Director, Technology Programs
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $200K/yrBelden Inc. is a leader in connectivity solutions, seeking a Director of Technology Programs to enhance its reputation as a technology leader. This role involves managing thought leadership initiatives, shaping industry trends, and fostering strategic partnerships to drive innovation.
IndustrialManufacturingNetwork Hardware
Responsibilities
Shape industry trends by publishing insights on emerging technologies, speaking at major conferences, and amplifying our voice through podcasts, webinars, and tech media
Drive a culture of innovation internally by championing programs like hackathons, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and leading high-profile events like the Belden Innovation Award
Build strategic partnerships by engaging with startups, academia, and tech consortia, and establishing strong CTO/CIO relationships to provoke future innovation
Represent Belden in key industry forums, advisory boards, and standards bodies to help shape policy and advocate for responsible technology deployment
Define and measure the ROI of thought leadership by tracking engagement, brand perception, and the direct influence on H2/H3 innovation activities
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a technology evangelist, shaping industry trends through published content, public speaking, and strategic media engagement
Demonstrated success building strategic partnerships with startups, academia, and tech consortia, and managing executive-level (CTO/CIO) relationships
Experience driving an internal culture of innovation by championing programs like hackathons and fostering cross-functional collaboration
Familiarity with industry standards bodies and experience advocating for responsible technology deployment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to define and measure the ROI of thought leadership initiatives, linking them to business outcomes
Benefits
Health/dental/vision
Long term/short term disability
Life insurance
HSA/FSA
Matching retirement plans
Paid vacation
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid leave for volunteer work in your community
Training opportunities
Professional talent management and succession planning
Corporate health well-being initiatives
A work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability
Company
Belden Inc.
Belden Inc. delivers complete connection solutions that unlock untold possibilities for our customers, their customers, and the world.
Founded in 1902
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$524.33M2026-01-13Post Ipo Debt· $524.33M
1993-12-03IPO
Leadership Team
Dr. Ashish Chand
President and CEO
Tina Hennessy
Exec Asst to President & CEO, and Executive Chairman
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