Alicia Burke
Community & Programme Lead
I design and run communities and programmes for founders, executives, and investors. Nine years’ experience across venture capital, accelerators, and professional services. London, UK.
Work
Community Strategy & Operations • Platform Implementation & Customisation • CRM & Automation Systems • Onboarding & Engagement Programme Design • Content & Knowledge Management • Member Insights & Research • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management
Launching an Executive Membership Community for a Cybersecurity VC
Designed and launched an invite-only executive membership platform for Chief Information Security Officers, building the community from scratch and growing to 60+ members from Fortune 100 and leading enterprises within six months. Delivered programming including events, forums, and content, steering direction through members board meetings. Built operational infrastructure including CRM, automation workflows, and SOPs for member management. Community initiatives drove fund insights, portfolio support, and fundraising outcomes.
Scaling GrowCFO’s Learning Platform and Community for 20,000 Finance Leaders
Led product and marketing for a L&D platform serving 20,000 senior finance professionals. Redesigned brand and website, migrated community platform, and implemented learning infrastructure for course delivery and certifications. Launched 5 programmes delivering hundreds of certifications and virtual events with high NPS. Built marketing automation, email, and event systems to scale operations.
Attracting and Supporting Blockchain Startups in Algorand’s First European Accelerator Programme
Led marketing for Algorand’s European accelerator programme, driving the largest applicant pipeline through multi-channel recruitment campaigns including developer outreach, PR, and university partnerships. Supported programme operations including founder communications, workshop coordination, and mentor/speaker sourcing. Delivered Demo Day securing 75+ VCs and resulting in $20M+ in direct post-programme funding.
Building Ascension Ventures' Portfolio Support Function for 100+ Startups
Built post-investment support infrastructure for 100+ portfolio companies, serving as their first point of contact and creating a highly engaged founder community. Grew mentor, talent, and partner networks while negotiating $250K+ in portfolio perks. Executed events programme including workshops, monthly pitch events, and a UK-wide roadshow with partners. Led cross-functional operational improvements including CRM implementation, portfolio dashboards, and investor reporting processes.