Lisa Huron
Director of Engagement

Lisa Huron is a fervent advocate for the entrepreneurial ecosystem, applying her talents in innovation, analysis, and collaboration to enhance community growth and business solutions. As the Director of Engagement/Partner at Q-Branch since October 2023, she's integral to a global accelerator blending university commercialization with entrepreneurship and startup support, aimed at accelerating sustainable business growth.

Additionally, her roles as a Healthcare GP and Business Development Advisor at HMA Healthtech and KTR Capital, a Board of Advisors Member at MoneFi, and the Relationship Development Director at ATS since mid-2023, underscore her commitment to fostering economic resilience and securing vital capital for businesses. Since January 2023, as the City Leader of Founders Live Austin, she curates pitch events that connect entrepreneurs with essential resources, while her leadership as President/CEO of Connected Cities of Austin since June 2019 demonstrates her dedication to community engagement and innovation.

Lisa's multifaceted involvement reflects her comprehensive approach to driving progress within the entrepreneurial sphere, particularly in Austin, through her exceptional skills in marketing strategy, startup development, and team leadership.