Carla Pavone

Carla Pavone is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization training. Currently serving as Principal at Isles Growth Initiative and Lead Instructor for the Great Lakes I-Corps Hub, Carla utilizes a strong educational foundation that includes a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Additionally, Carla is involved with the National Science Foundation as a Core Instructor and Ad Hoc Reviewer, and holds advisory roles for TFWireless Inc and InterJad. With a background that includes senior academic positions and leadership roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Carla has a proven track record in teaching, strategic development, and operational excellence across various sectors.