In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Kathleen Coviello, Chief Economic Transformation Officer at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. She drives economic growth in sectors like clean energy and technology, positioning New Jersey as a hub for innovation. Tune in to the episode to hear about:
- Economic Focus on High-Growth Industries – NJEDA’s role in advancing sectors like clean energy, technology, and life sciences to boost New Jersey’s innovation
- Supporting Entrepreneurs – NJEDA’s Innovation Fellows program, which helps first-time entrepreneurs with funding and team-building
- Green Energy Initiatives – NJEDA’s programs like NJZIP and NJ Cool support businesses in reducing carbon emissions
- Collaborative Innovation Hubs – NJ FAST is a fintech accelerator that connects startups with corporate partners
- Raising Capital – Advise entrepreneurs to be strategic when seeking outside investment, emphasizing the impact on equity and investor returns
Check out this video: AI, Pharma, Clean Tech & More Innovation in New Jersey with Judith Sheft.