Kevin is CFI’s Commercialization Specialist. His focus is on autonomous systems commercialization through various sectors such as UAS, transportation, healthcare, biotech, etc. He is a coach for North Dakota start up programs such as InnovateND and LIFT and coordinates with the University, community and statewide stakeholders.
What do you typically do during a day at work?
I work as the community facing coach helping to guide startups and businesses through their commercialization journey. Specifically, I focus on companies in the autonomous industry and connecting those companies to North Dakota resources and talent. In addition, I am a coach for InnovateND, a startup program funded through the ND Department of Commerce.
What college did you attend and what was your major?
I received a BBA in Entrepreneurship from the University of North Dakota
What is your favorite book or movie?
My favorite movie is The Dark Knight.
If you could drop everything and go anywhere in the world, where would you go?
A dream vacation would be playing golf at Augusta National or St. Andrews in Scotland.
What is your favorite thing to do in your free time?
I love to golf and enjoy going to the lake with friends.
What is your favorite part of living in Grand Forks?
I grew up in Thief River Falls so Grand Forks is a big city to me. However, it still has a small town feel to it with a great community of like-minded people. UND hockey games are always fun too!
What is your favorite part about working at CFI?
I enjoy being able work with creative people between the CFI team and the entrepreneurs we support. I learn something new every day and it is exciting to see all the innovations taking place across various sectors.