Bio
Director of Industry and Business Engagement for UNLV’s Office of Economic Development (OED) and Associate Director of UNLV Research Foundation, focused on organization strategy, industry partnerships, technology development, venture fund creation, and development of UNLV’s Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. Jamie works with industry and local, state, and federal agencies to design and implement programs that support technology commercialization and industry diversification, based on community needs and strategic opportunities.
Currently co-directing the launch of Black Fire Capital, an early-stage venture fund focused on providing funding to developing startups in the UNLV ecosystem.
Co-Principal Investigator with Dr. Jeffery Cummings on UNLV’s NIA R25 INNOVATOR Alzheimer's Innovation Program Award, a research and education initiative that aims to improve brain health and address Alzheimer's and Dementia. In 25 years of doing business in Las Vegas, with over 15 years as an entrepreneur, including in clinical trial site management, Jamie brings extensive experience in developing business concepts from ideation to commercialization.
Frequently speaks on topics such as technology development, women in business and technology, economic diversification, and innovation districts.