Projects & Initiatives
atlanta startup ecosystem guide
Created comprehensive framework to map resources across the greater Atlanta innovation ecosystem. Engaged community stakeholders to ensure accurate representation of entrepreneurial resources. Produced and published comprehensive guide and online site for distribution.
INNOVATL17
InnovATL17 was an initiative that aimed to elevate the awareness of more than a dozen events and break down the silos surrounding the city of Atlanta’s top industries in October 2017. This was a first-of-a-kind initiative for the city as it sought to continue to grow in the global economy.
STUDENTS 2 STARTUPS
Students 2 Startups is an initiative by Invest Atlanta in partnership with Startup Atlanta and WorkSource Atlanta connecting university students to startups for paid internships. As a part of the initiative, I created a professional development program introducing students to various careers in the startup community.
startup Atlanta CEO Pledge
The Startup Atlanta CEO Pledge was an initiative to encourage Atlanta-based CEOs and Presidents to support the local startups. I led execution of the initiative, determining the industry interests of pledged executives and connecting them to local startups.
Atlanta Startup Awards
The Atlanta Startup Awards, jointly organized by members of the Atlanta Startup Community, helped celebrate the city’s most successful rising tech companies, startup pioneers, and disruptive innovators. I led a planning committee of eight that executed all aspects of the awards including: sales, marketing, logistics, judging, and sponsorships.
Associations & Volunteering
startup champions network
In 2018, I was invited to join the Startup Champions Network. A national network of professional ecosystem builders dedicated to supporting innovation ecosystem builders across the United States and the entrepreneurs they serve.
fresh start cherokee initiative
In 2016, I spent six months providing vital insights to aid the Cherokee Office of Economic Development with the launch of their Fresh Start Initiative and co-working space, The Circuit.
Georgia Social Impact Collaborative
From 2017 to 2018, I served on the steering committee for GSIC, a group of community leaders committed to developing a stronger ecosystem around impact investing in Georgia.
Judge & Panelist
georgia university initiative
Presented a local ecosystem roadmap to students, professors, and university partners.
creative hack / re:imagine atl
Served as a judge for a hackathon with teens solving tough problems with business solutions
state of atl black tech
Moderated a panel on service provider resources within the Atlanta Black Tech ecosystem.
a3c music tech startup spotlight
Reviewed and submitted feedback on innovative music tech startups.
house of genius
Offered strategic solutions to entrepreneurial business challenges.
Comcast lounge @sxsw
Participated in a panel highlighting Atlanta’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.