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Lance Allen
Vice President, Products, Partners, & Ventures
SAIC
In his role, Lance manages the expansion of SAIC’s global strategic alliances with leading companies that will help SAIC innovate, scale, and drive partner-sourced and influenced deals. Prior to joining SAIC he served as the Head of Global Strategic Partnerships at Leidos, where he managed an expansive network of 82 international partners, significantly enhancing the company’s footprint across 112 countries. Lance credits partners who are willing to “do-different” as critical to the success of any growth strategy.
Kimberly Hanes
Associate Director, Economic Development
Arizona State University
Kimberly works with community partners and municipalities to drive business relocation and expansion in Arizona. Prior to ASU, Kimberly managed operations, programs, and community partnerships for the University of Arizona’s Greater Phoenix satellite locations.
Jeffrey Joyce
Vice President for Research and Innovation
Nuvance Health
Jeffrey has led the development of strategic partnerships in healthcare and academic institutions for more than two decades. His understanding of how different enterprises see the importance of partnerships and collaborations through the prism of economic and non-economic motivators has allowed him to successfully navigate complex negotiations and build lasting relationships.
Adam Pierno
Managing Director of Brand Strategy
Arizona State University
Greg Rudisill
Senior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Head of Business Development
Careington International Corporation
Greg has more than 45 years of experience cultivating creative solutions within the employee benefits industry. His extensive expertise in developing client relationships and driving product expansion significantly contributes to Careington’s success as an innovative industry leader.
Diana Smirnova
Vice President, Research & Development
Avery Dennison
Diana has spent the last 4+ years in various regional and global R&D leadership roles in Avery Dennison’s Labels and Graphics Materials (LGM) division. Avery Dennison continues to bring industry-leading innovations enabling functionality and sustainability in part due to its evolving approach to innovation.
Ben Taylor
Vice President, Strategy Lead / Patents Team
Wells Fargo
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Brian Fitzpatrick
Partner, Events
Frost & Sullivan