Paul Jackson

Paul is the Vice President of Strategic Programs at the Entrepreneurs’ Center (EC). He architected many of EC’s programs and activities, with particular emphasis on expanding EC’s collaborations and assisting companies access sources of non-dilutive funding, including SBIR/STTR and the State of Ohio’s TVSF program. Since 2021, nearly 40% of all TVSF awardees (35 of 89) have received direct support from Paul and his team at EC.

Prior to joining the EC, Paul managed a variety of tech-based economic development programs that focused on research and development through the Ohio Third Frontier and the Ohio Federal Research Network. Paul has over 15 years of experience assessing and evaluating grant proposals and helping companies move forward with the commercialization of new innovations.

He is a resident of the Dayton area, enjoys visiting Thai 9, and smokes an amazing brisket (and salmon…and pulled pork…).

Education
  • Indiana University MPA, Economic Development & Policy Analysis
  • Michigan State University B.A., Philosophy
Favorite Book
  • “The Myth of Sisyphus” By: Albert Camus
Favorite Dayton Restaurant
  • Thai 9
What inspires you most about entrepreneurship?
  • The execution of novel concepts and ideas even in the face of major hurdles and limited resources.