Hossein Sobhan

Startup development and growth professional with 13+ years of experience in startup mentoring, business development, innovation management, product development, and entrepreneurship ecosystems. Experienced in supporting early-stage businesses across EdTech, IT, creative industries, and emerging technologies, with hands-on experience in business model development, startup evaluation, team building, market development, investor networking, product development, and ecosystem growth. Over the past nearly two years, actively involved in Crypto Twitter and Web3, working with crypto and Web3 projects through content creation, research, strategic replies, community interactions, and engagement-focused activities.

Built a highly active presence on X with 70K+ posts, replies, reposts, and quote posts and 3K+ followers, with a strong focus on Web3 projects, crypto ecosystems, onchain activity, and emerging narratives. Combines extensive startup ecosystem experience with hands-on Web3 community and engagement experience, with a strong interest in Business Development, Growth, Strategic Partnerships, Ecosystem, and Community roles within the global Web3 industry.

Web3 Content Creator, Researcher & Community Engagement at X (Twitter) (2024-01 – Present)

• Built an active presence within Crypto Twitter, with 70K+ posts, replies, reposts, and quote posts focused on Web3 projects, crypto ecosystems, onchain activity, and emerging narratives.
• Worked with Web3 and crypto projects through engagement-focused activities, strategic replies, conversations, and community interactions.
• Researched emerging Web3 projects, protocols, products, and narratives to create relevant content and participate meaningfully in crypto-native conversations.
• Engaged with project communities and crypto-native audiences to support visibility, interaction, and engagement.
• Developed a strong understanding of Crypto Twitter culture, Web3 community dynamics, project positioning, and engagement strategies.
• Built an audience of 3K+ followers through consistent participation and activity within the Web3 ecosystem.
• Maintained active interactions with Web3 projects and communities across X and Discord.

Manager of Pre-Seed Startup Teams at Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, Qom Science and Technology Park (2024-01 – Present)

• Manage and mentor 15+ pre-seed startups, helping founders develop initial product prototypes, refine business models, and prepare for fundraising.
• Design and implement training and mentoring programs to strengthen startup team capabilities.
• Facilitate networking and connections between startup teams and investors to support growth and fundraising.
• Guide founders in identifying business opportunities, refining strategies, and improving their business models.

Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Qom Science and Technology Park (2023-01 – Present)

• Supported the growth and development of 50+ EdTech and IT startups through strategic mentoring and business guidance.
• Developed training programs designed to improve startup team capabilities and productivity.
• Supported team building and organizational development for 15 early-stage startups.
• Worked with founders to evaluate business models, identify challenges, and develop practical growth strategies.

Coworking Space Director at Qom Science and Technology Park (2023-01 – Present)

• Developed and implemented growth strategies that increased monthly revenue.
• Enhanced networking opportunities for 100+ entrepreneurs within a dynamic startup workspace.
• Supported the development of an active entrepreneurial community and connections between founders.

Startup Mentor & Business Consultant at Innovation Centers & Freelance (2014-01 – Present)

• Mentored and advised early-stage startups on business models, strategy, product development, and growth.
• Assessed 1,000+ business plans and startup opportunities.
• Identified 200+ scalable business opportunities through startup and business analysis.
• Developed 30+ business plans supporting business development and client acquisition.
• Helped founders evaluate market opportunities, refine value propositions, and improve business models.

Director of Carpet Incubator Center at Qom Science and Technology Park (2024-01 – Present)

• Manage programs supporting startups and businesses in the creative and carpet industries.
• Support entrepreneurs in developing business models and preparing for commercialization.
• Help founders identify development opportunities and improve their business strategies.

Secretary of Admission Council at Qom Science and Technology Park & University (2023-01 – Present)

• Participate in the evaluation and admission of startups and technology-oriented businesses.
• Support improvements in business plan evaluation and assessment processes.
• Help applicants strengthen their business plans and improve their funding eligibility.

Director of Startup Events & Boot Camps at Qom Science and Technology Park (2022-01 – Present)

• Organized 5+ startup boot camps with 200+ participants.
• Created networking opportunities between startups, mentors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem stakeholders.
• Increased visibility and engagement for the innovation ecosystem through targeted startup events and programs.

Mentor & Product Manager at TuranLife — EdTech (2024-01 – Present)

• Supported product development from initial product documentation through preparation and finalization.
• Participated in team building, including interviews, hiring assessments, and employment documentation.
• Supported market development and commercialization of educational products.
• Worked with the team on product strategy, development priorities, and business opportunities.

Master's in Public Administration — Human Resource Development – Islamic Azad University (2019-01)