Award winning ecosystem builder supporting entrepreneurs to create and build sustainable businesses locally and virtually. Collaborative strategist with 16 years experience and expertise in organizing, directing and launching solutions to catalyze strong community development and economic growth across the nation. Proven record of production, management and analysis of initiatives and programs rooted in public-private partnerships, valued at over $2 million including grants from private foundations and national sponsors. National conference speaker on collaborative workspaces inspiring ecosystem builders to create economically inclusive communities. Invited to White House and Congress to speak on entrepreneurship policy and ecosystem building in the maker movement.