John L.

John L. is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader in the startup accelerator ecosystem, co-founding cela in April 2016 to enhance access to global accelerator programs. In addition to this role, John serves as Managing Director at Element 46 Tech Accelerator, focusing on uniting the Westchester County startup community through a premier accelerator initiative. John is also a Founding Entrepreneur-in-Residence at WEVE Acceleration, providing mentorship and guidance to startup cohorts. At Pace University, as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at The Seidenberg School of Engineering, John contributes to curriculum development and event organization to foster innovation opportunities. Other notable roles include serving as EIR at Accathon Capital and advising organizations like Antler, Bevvi, and Harvard Ventures. John's mentorship extends to the Founder Institute and the Kairos Society, providing valuable insights on entrepreneurship. Education includes a Bachelor's degree in English from Washington University in St. Louis and previous studies at Gettysburg College and Ridgewood High School.