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Partner with us to ignite entrepreneurship.

Our partnerships are built to spark entrepreneurship, fuel innovation, and expand opportunities for students, faculty, industry, and the community. For the community, our efforts support small business growth, job creation, and inclusive economic development, strengthening Augusta’s role as a center for innovation and opportunity. 

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Regional Innovation Advisory Committee

The Regional Innovation Advisory Committee exists to advance Augusta University's strategic goals of community engagement, student success, and research excellence by fostering cross-sector collaborations. Our mission is to spark innovation through shared expertise, creative problem-solving, and actionable insights that address economic, technological, and social challenges in the Augusta River Region.

The Committee envisions a thriving CSRA innovation ecosystem where Augusta University is a leader in advancing research, fostering entrepreneurship, and cultivating community-engaged partnerships. Through collaboration with key regional stakeholders, we will empower the community to solve problems, develop talent, and establish the region as a hub for innovation and economic prosperity.

  • John Bobbitt Advanced Technology and Analysis Division
  • Colton BondSavannah River National Lab
  • Kelsey Shull Innovation Specialists
  • Chris NdetiVHA Innovators Network
  • David Hepner GT APEX Accelerator 
  • Diane JohnstonAugusta Regional Airport
  • Greg LarsonAugusta Regional Airport
  • Dr. Guido VerbeckChair of Chemistry, Augusta University
  • Joann DenemarkSpeech Language Pathology Lead, Augusta University
  • Bill WhiteAugusta Prep High School
  • Mary WhiteAugusta Prep High School
  • Dr. Andy HaugerChair of Physics, Augusta University
  • Sagar Patal Graduate student, Medical College of Georgia
  • Mike MooreAugusta University Innovation Commercialization
  • Dr. Aaron Washington II Entrepreneur, Tutor Doctor
  • Dr. Paul NewsomManaging Director of Venture South Aiken
  • Chris DicksonAdvanced Technology Development Center
  • Allan SotoVinea Capital
  • Margaret Woodard and Tara WoodDowntown Development Authority
  • Keith HearonEntrepreneur
  • Daniel HuangEntrepreneur
  • Sheffie RobinsonAccelerate Augusta
  • Sarah Childers Destination Augusta
  • Natalie ButlerAugusta Metro Chamber of Commerce
  • Dan DykstraClubCar
  • Greg ThomasTaxSlayer
  • Vinea Capital
  • Aurubis
  • Brandon Sizemore Cyber Fusion Innovation Center

Entrepreneurs in Residence

Our Entrepreneurs in Residence bring experienced founders, business leaders, and innovation experts into direct collaboration with Augusta University students, faculty, and staff. 

Consider serving as a mentor and catalyst with the purpose of helping translate bold ideas into viable startups. They provide invaluable insights drawn from real-world experience, bridging the gap between theory and entrepreneurial practice. 

Through workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and project-based engagement, together we empower our campus community to think like entrepreneurs, act on opportunity, and grow ventures with purpose. 

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We are Grateful for our Partners

Vinea Capital

Vinea Capital

Accelerate Augusta

Accelerate Augusta

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority

Augusta Preparatory Day School

Augusta Preparatory Day School

CFIC

CFIC

GCITC

GCITC

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce

Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce

Pabst Patent Office

Pabst Patent Office

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