Brandon Clarke

Brandon Clarke is an accomplished leader and entrepreneur with extensive experience fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Arizona. Currently serving as Managing Director of NAU Venture Studio, Brandon is dedicated to creating a vibrant environment for students to develop businesses and solutions to pressing challenges. As Executive Director and Co-Founder of StartupAZ, Brandon empowers a new generation of entrepreneurs, while also co-founding Scratch, which provides essential resources to young individuals launching small ventures. The founder of Catalyst R&D, Brandon focuses on innovation in the social and human services sector. Additionally, Brandon has held advisory and leadership roles in various organizations, including Little Taller, Schola, and the Downtown Phoenix Innovation District Committee. Brandon holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel & Restaurant Management from Northern Arizona University.