Key Projects: Ecosystem Development
Ecosystem builders work to understand, leverage, and connect parts of the ecosystem, to break down silos, find alignment, and leverage strengths across a wide range of stakeholders and organizations. Explore how Wendy catalyzes connections for economic resilience.
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The Next Innovation Economy: NACIE & TechHubNow!
Leading TechHubNow! and Colorado’s pursuit of Tech Hub Designation and funding from NACIE’s Regional Innovation Hub program.
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Regional Resilience
As CEO of Energize Colorado, I apply my expertise as an ecosystem builder to cultivate economic resilience in a critical segment of Colorado’s economy.
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BigCo Collaboration
As CEO at Cintrifuse, a public-private partnership in southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky, I led the effort to build high-value engagement between BigCos and startups.
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University Hubs
Ecosystem builders can help universities engage in local innovation by aligning academic expertise and strategic priorities with the region’s long-term goals.
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National Venture Capital
To build a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in Cincinnati, I developed a national fund-of-funds venture capital strategy for foundational growth.