Steering Committee
At the helm of the Nashville Innovation Alliance is a Steering Committee of visionary leaders from across Nashville’s civic, business, and academic communities. Their collective expertise drives the city’s innovation strategy, ensuring a thriving ecosystem that attracts talent, investment, and opportunity for all.
Freddie O’Connell
Mayor, Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Daniel Diermeier
Chancellor, Vanderbilt University
Isaac Addae
Manager, Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Judith Byrd
Executive Director, Greater Nashville Venture Capital Association
Elise Cambournac
President & CEO,
Greater Nashville Tech Council
Lindsey Cox
CEO, LaunchTN
Sam Davidson
CEO, Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Padma Raghavan
Vice Provost for Research & Innovation, Vanderbilt University
Alliance Members
Currently in development. During its initial launch phase, the Alliance is being managed by Vanderbilt University’s Division of Government and Community Relations. Contact Sally Parker for more information about joining the Alliance and contributing to Nashville’s innovation ecosystem.
