Dean Simms-Elias

Dean Simms-Elias serves as a Program Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center, overseeing the startup accelerator program at the Arizona office and facilitating innovation ecosystem events. Prior experience includes roles at JLL as Assistant Project Manager and Project Coordinator in Space Planning, where design and workflow improvement initiatives were implemented for Google's NYC offices. At the Natural Resources Defense Council, Dean held various positions, including Program Assistant in the President's Office and Human Resources Generalist, contributing to executive administration and project management for environmental advocacy efforts. Education credentials include a Master of Science in Environmental Policy & Sustainability Management from The New School and a Bachelor of Science in Communication Management & Design from Ithaca College.