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As a seasoned advisor, I specialize in guiding leaders across startups, growth companies, corporates, higher ed institutions, and nonprofits to foster growth and spearhead innovation. With 25+ years of experience in nurturing entrepreneurial, innovation, and tech communities, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. Currently, I lead Innovation+, a curated global community of 10,000+ entrepreneurs and innovators. I also serve as a startup advisor for scaling companies and higher educational institutions. I also lend my expertise to organizations such as Tech Council Ventures Fund and JumpStart Angel Network. Acknowledged by NJBIZ in 2024 as among 20 top Tech Leaders and in its prestigious Power 100 List and rROI-NJ's Top 100 Influencer for several years, I actively contribute to the business landscape with advisory services and board membership. My passion for innovation extends to executive education programs focusing on AI, which I develop and oversee. I am also a respected speaker at regional and global conferences such as TEDx, where I share insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, startup ecosystem development, and tech advancements. For 5+ years, I led the New Jersey Tech Council (TechUnited), transforming it into one of the largest and most respected membership organizations in the US, representing over 1,000 companies and 500,000+ tech workers. My podcast, "A Few Things Show," offers a platform for insights from entrepreneurial and innovative leaders, accessible on YouTube, iTunes, and Spotify. Want to be a guest? Then get in touch and let's make it happen. Are you looking for: ✅ Assistance in growing your company or organization? ✅ Leveraged advantages for your startup community through driving innovation? ✅ Board members or guidance on board formation/strengthening? ✅ Expansion of domestic or global company networks? ✅ A keynote speaker for conferences, corporate events, or podcasts? ✅ A part in the Innovation+ community, a carefully curated network of entrepreneurial leaders? Then connect with me today! Explore collaboration opportunities or join our vibrant community at Innovation+ right here: https://innovationplus.us/