innovation Experts

Pam Henderson

CEONewEdge

CEO and author of KILLING IDEAS: You can kill an idea, you can't kill an opportunity!

Lauren Herckis

LibrarianCarnegie Mellon University

Lauren Herckis' field research applies anthropological and archaeological methods and theory to analyze human engagement with the world.

Pamela Hongsakul

Leadership AdvisorHongsakul Media

Pamela Hongsakul is a Leadership & Media Advisor to some of Asia's most dynamic business and political leaders.

Nikolay Osadchiy

Associate Professor of Information Systems & Operations ManagementEmory University, Goizueta Business School

Kirk Simpson

Co-Founder and CEOWave Accounting Inc.

Accounting start-up pioneer and digital media strategist who creates unique opportunities for different products to complement each other

Timothy B. Folta, Ph.D.

Professor of Management; Thomas John and Bette Wolff Family Chair in Strategic Entrepreneurship; Academic Director, Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and InnovationUniversity of Connecticut

Prof Folta is an expert in entrepreneurship and corporate strategy, analyzing decisions around entry, exit, and diversification.

Linda Godel

Partner, Business Law GroupTorkin Manes LLP

Extensive experience advising charities and not-for-profit organizations — Chair of the firm’s Not-for-Profit & Charities Law Practice Group

Angi Acocella, PhD

Research ScientistMIT Center for Transportation & Logistics

Dr. Acocella's research focuses on freight transportation and the relationships between shippers and motor carriers.

Mara Nickerson

Chief Knowledge OfficerOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Chief Knowledge Officer at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP and recognized legal industry expert throughout North America.

Paul DiGiammarino

Corporate Advisory BoardInventionShare

Paul DiGiammarino has 30+ years of experience in lead operating, governance, and market development roles in emerging ventures.