Ron Erd

Ron Erd is an experienced advisor, consultant, and fractional growth executive with a strong focus on catalyzing growth for startups and established companies. Currently serving as an advisor and mentor across various organizations including Unlocking Growth, Activate, Berkeley SkyDeck, and Plug and Play Tech Center, Ron specializes in building go-to-market strategies and guiding entrepreneurs through early-stage development. Ron's background includes significant leadership roles such as Founder, President, and CEO of Independence Bio Products, as well as consulting for notable companies like Bloom Energy and DemandQ, where strategic market engagement and customer development have been central themes. Ron holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BA in Economics from Washington University in St. Louis.