Senior executive and entrepreneur with leadership experience spanning universities, small businesses and startups. Extensive track record in intellectual property (IP) licensing, strategic partnership development, and leading high-performance and efficient teams. Responsible for licensing 300+ technologies and launching 50+ startups from the University of Minnesota, including board observer positions. Deep know-how in commercializing University research programs.Specialties: Business Development, Contract Negotiation, IP Portfolio Analysis and Valuation, Strategic MarketingBefore my business career, I was a bench scientist in UCLA’s Cardiology Division, I competed internationally on the United States National Rowing Team and I coached collegiate rowing at both UCLA and Columbia University. I still enjoy coaching and rowing in the Twin Cities.
Listed skills include New Business Development, Commercialization, Leadership, Business Development, and 8 others.