My research, teaching, and consulting are driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation, applying advanced analytical tools to strategic decisions, and a desire to have a positive impact on society. I began my career as an engineer, but I quickly realized that even the best technologies and products have no impact until they are commercialized. This insight birthed a passion and curiosity for understanding the process of innovation and the economics of entrepreneurship. Prior to pursuing a career in academia, I worked in various capacities in applying advanced data analytics to strategic marketing and supply chain decisions. This was done in different roles and contexts including at a Fortune 500 company, as a consultant, and at a dotcom software startup.