“I like to see incredible research make it out into the world and actually benefit other humans. That's the reason I do this work. I like to see incredible research make it out into the world and actually benefit other humans.”

-Katie Pettinger

Groundbreaking research has the potential to transform lives, especially when it is successfully brought to market. What does it look like to bridge the gap between conducting academic research and turning that technology into a viable business? Tune into this interview, hosted by Ainsley Lloyd, Associate Director of the University of Utah’s Energy Accelerator. Today, Ainsley interviews Katie Pettinger, the Chief Innovation Officer at the Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine, housed at Arizona State University. Katie has experience as a startup founder herself, in addition to supporting technology commercialization at universities. Listen in as Ainsley and Katie share their insights on navigating the path from researcher to founder, and what kind of ecosystems and resources can support this journey.