Testimonials | C•CUBE Roundtable

What Participants Are Saying

Real Voices from the Roundtable Community

Insights, reflections, and takeaways from ecosystem builders across the country

The C•CUBE Peer Learning Roundtable isn’t just another professional development series—it’s an experience of connection, clarity, and forward motion. But don’t take our word for it. Here’s what past participants have shared about how the Roundtable helped them think more strategically, build stronger relationships, and make meaningful progress in their ecosystem work.

From university leaders and nonprofit collaborators to regional innovators and community builders, their words reflect the diversity and depth of the Roundtable experience.

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Venkat Allada

Director, Innovation Ecosystem Design Initiative, Missouri University of Science & Technology

“The wisdom and resources provided were priceless! I greatly enjoyed the content and delivery of the C•CUBE Peer Learning Roundtable and found it extremely useful as we build our regional ecosystem.”

Amy Beaird

Senior Platform Manager, The Builder Platform

“Participating in the Roundtable was impactful as I began a new role supporting communities of other ecosystem builders. The format of the sessions is fun and engaging, and the experience sharpened my problem-solving skills. It also broadened my thinking on strategies to foster engagement and collaboration.”

Karinne Bredberg

Director of Innovation Partnerships and Technology Transfer, Northern Illinois University Office of Innovation

“The Roundtable gave me greater context in how colleagues are using the C•CUBE framework to engage their institution and external networks in building ecosystems. The Roundtable format provided valuable feedback and encouragement from colleagues!”

Michael A. Dixon

Director, Strategic Operations, Georgia Institute of Technology

“Being part of C•CUBE and the Peer Learning Roundtable has been a total game-changer. The best part? Getting to connect with passionate, like-minded folks outside my usual circles. The program moves at an upbeat, high-energy pace.”

Jacob Dolence

Director, Educational Innovation and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, Longwood SBDC and Honors Scholar, Longwood University

“C•CUBE provided an excellent framework to advance conversations both inside and outside of my university. New collaborations and adjacent possibilities have emerged, and I really enjoyed the personalized guidance from Venn Collaborative.”

Kayli Harlan

Senior Project Support Specialist, Georgia Institute of Technology

“It was inspiring and validating to be part of a community tackling everything from collaborative problem-solving and conflict resolution to barriers in economic development and ecosystem access.”

Heather McWhorter

Director, Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, University of North Carolina Wilmington

“This experience has allowed me to dive deeply into the C•CUBE toolkit, gaining actionable insights and sparking new ideas. The collaborative discussions with other university and entrepreneurial leaders inspired new approaches and meaningful impact at UNCW and in our community.”

Jackeline Mejias-Fuertes,

Regional Director, New Jersey SBDC at Brookdale Community College

“Being part of this initiative has been an enriching and inspiring experience. The discussions were particularly enlightening, offering new perspectives and practical strategies I am excited to implement, and the connections I have made are truly invaluable.”

Hallie Neupert

Professor, Oregon Institute of Technology

“The C•CUBE Peer Learning Roundtable equipped me with an ecosystem-building toolbox and a network of like-minded peers—exactly the help I needed to navigate the next steps of the process for my community.”

Jalen Teal-Williams

Innovation Center Manager, Clayton State University

“The most rewarding aspect has been building meaningful connections within the ecosystem—relationships that have expanded my perspective, strengthened my confidence, and enhanced my professional growth.”

Shnesa Wiggins

DRIVE Entrepreneurs Network Program Director, University of Memphis

“The insights gained from these interactions have profoundly shaped my understanding of collaboration, underscoring the critical role of collaborative problem-solving and cross-sector partnerships.”

Ying Zhou

Executive Director, Tech Incubator at Queens College

“The C•CUBE Roundtable is a model for building multi-partner ecosystems and fostering impactful conversations. I’ve seeded new collaborations and learned to turn strategy into action. The C•CUBE framework has been instrumental.”

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