Kristen catalyzes new initiatives at VentureWell at the intersection of program development and strategic fundraising, collaborating with internal and external leaders. Prior to VentureWell, she directed a number of regional and national nonprofits and initiatives, focused on ending violence and promoting equity. Kristen is the original project director of the Ms. Foundation’s Take Our Daughters to Work Day and holds a BA from Trinity College and an MBA from Simmons School of Management. kgolden@venturewell.org
Elisa manages a variety of strategic development efforts at VentureWell, helping to identify new opportunities, write proposals and concept notes, collaborate internally and externally, and improve processes. Elisa’s experience spans program management, development, and communications for a wide array of academic, professional, and public audiences. Prior to joining VentureWell, Elisa implemented diverse projects focused on increasing health equity at the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality. She holds a BA from Amherst College. emai@venturewell.org
Heath leads VentureWell’s Strategic Development efforts and oversees the identification and development of new opportunities and initiatives to drive VentureWell’s strategic growth. Prior to joining VentureWell, Heath spent nearly 20 years working in the global startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship field. Most recently, he was Executive Director for the Southwest I-Corps Node at the University of Texas at Austin. Heath holds a BBA from St. Edwards University, an MS in Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin as well as a PMP designation. hnaquin@venturewell.org
Kate supports VentureWell’s Strategic Development activities, including proposal development and award reporting, as well as managing consultant contractsand facilitating communication with the Board of Directors. Prior to her current position, Kate worked with VentureWell’s Finance and Administration teams where she honed her organizational and project management skills. She holds a BA from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. ktobin@venturewell.org
