I am currently responsible for research development and leading new strategic initiatives at The Ohio State University. Jeff has more than 30 years of experience in higher education and consulting with business, industry, and non-profit organizations.  For example, as a key member of the leadership team, he has helped to define the role and function of the Ohio Innovation Exchange - http://ohioinnovationexchange.org - for the Ohio Department of Higher Education and was a key contributor to the Ohio Means Internships grant funded program. These programs speak to his versatility to work across the university, i.e., convene and engage with our external partners, e.g., state agencies and industry partners.