﻿Cortex creates space for innovators from a diversity of backgrounds to transform ideas into solutions. Weaving together people, places, and organizations, Cortex accelerates inclusive economic growth in the St. Louis region. Cortex creates equitable economic impacts by leveraging high-quality facilities, developing programs that build knowledge and networks, and convening strategic partnerships that attract and support emerging and established companies. 
Founded in 2002 through a collaboration of Washington University in St. Louis, BJC HealthCare, the University of Missouri – St. Louis, Saint Louis University, and the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Cortex Innovation District (CortexSTL.org) is an internationally recognized hub of innovation and entrepreneurship that is focused on accelerating inclusive economic growth in St. Louis. 

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Cortex Innovation District

Cortex Innovation District's headquarters in St Louis, United States

Sam Fiorello

Natalie Self

Maggie Crane

Brian Russell

Mike Bozovich

The Leadership Team at Cortex Innovation District spearheads the organization’s strategic vision, ensuring alignment with its mission to foster inclusive economic growth in St. Louis. This team collaborates on high-level initiatives such as public affairs, entrepreneurship support, equitable economic impact, development projects, district operations, and financial oversight, driving the district’s role as a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Leadership Team

The Public and Economic Affairs Team at Cortex Innovation District focuses on fostering inclusive economic growth and developing strategic partnerships that benefit the St. Louis region. By engaging with public entities, community organizations, and private sector stakeholders, the team works to create equitable economic impacts, attract emerging and established companies, and support a diverse range of innovators. Their efforts ensure that Cortex's initiatives are aligned with regional economic development goals and community needs.

Public and Economic Affairs Team

The Program Management Team at Cortex Innovation District oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of various programs aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The team ensures efficient operations and sustainability of projects, coordinates the Square One program track for early-stage ventures, and manages initiatives that support entrepreneurial growth. They work collaboratively to develop knowledge, build networks, and create strategic partnerships that drive inclusive economic development in the St. Louis region.

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Cortex Innovation District

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Leadership Team

Public and Economic Affairs Team

Program Management Team

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