Adam Krynicki (pictured) has been named executive director of Oregon State University (OSU) – Cascades’ startup hub, Innovation Co-Lab, which is set to open in March 2018.
The lab, a 3,000 square foot facility, will be located on campus and will support innovative startups, operating an incubator and offering seminars. The hub will also enable students to get credit or be paid to work on projects as interns.
Krynicki is the former director of technology and energy at the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a network of centres across the US state that offer advice and educational programs to entrepreneurs. He also co-founded Alaska’s first accelerator.
Previously, he also served as vice-president of Nanook Tech Ventures, the tech transfer office of University of Alaska, Fairbanks.
Kelly Sparks, associate vice-president for finance and strategic planning, said: “Adam brings valuable experience in creating ecosystems where innovative entrepreneurs and their companies can thrive.
“We look forward to leveraging his expertise in building programs that support innovators, entrepreneurs, funders and their communities.”
– Image courtesy of OSU – Cascades
