I partner with pioneering thinkers and change agents who are creating innovative ways of educating students, preparing workers with modern skills, and nurturing the mindset of lifelong learning. 

Dr. Vel Murugan, PhD, MBA, is a molecular biologist and diagnostics leader at ASU, specializing in respiratory disease detection, multiomics molecular diagnostics, clinical validation, and large-scale testing programs.

Doug Olsen’s research and teaching interests focus on innovation and consumer behavior.

Tracy Lea directs Innovation2Market at ASU’s Edson E+I Institute, leading programs that help 1,300+ ventures grow. A Navy Chief Petty Officer, she champions inclusive innovation and ASU IP commercialization.

Shuaib has a combined 40 years professional experience in industry (five years as production engineer and factory manager) and 35 in academia.